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Torque converter with lock-up clutch having a split piston

US8327987B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 12, 2008
Grant dateDec 11, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/53978
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A torque converter including a housing, a lock-up clutch, the lock-up clutch having a split piston having a radial inner portion and a radial outer portion, and a drive plate connecting the housing and the outer portion.

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