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Forming contoured torque converter parts with slots

US7020596B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 12, 2002
Grant dateMar 28, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05B2219/45204
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for forming complex contoured torque converter components with slots. A two dimensional blank is developed that will allow for the piercing of slots into a torque converter component while the blank is still essentially planar, as it proceeds through a progressive die.

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