Transmission torque converter clutch control
US8177686B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 13, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2061/145
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling a vehicle torque converter lockup clutch during a deceleration coasting event includes producing slip across the clutch by reducing the clutch's torque capacity, decreasing said slip by increasing said torque capacity, and maintaining slip across the clutch.
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