Torque converter with cover plate directly attached to piston
US8056686B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 19, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0226
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque converter includes a turbine, a lockup clutch including a piston, and a damper having at least one cover plate, the cover plate being attached directly to piston. A method for assembling the torque converter includes passing a section of the piston through a hole in the cover plate and attaching the piston to the cover plate at the hole.
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