Torque converter with piston centered in clutch plate
US8387764B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 29, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/4933
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque converter including a cover and a bridging clutch for selective connection to the cover, the bridging clutch including a clutch plate fixed to the cover and having an inner radial surface and having a piston having an outer radial surface opposite the inner radial surface. A method for assembling a torque converter is also provided.
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