Control for torque converter having multiple selectively engageable converter couplers
US8527169B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 10, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8593
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method of controlling a torque transmitting apparatus having multiple selectively engageable couplers is provided. The multiple couplers may be selectively engaged and disengaged to provide a mechanical, friction or fluid coupling between portions of the torque transmitting apparatus and other components of a vehicle powertrain during various operational stages. The control apparatus includes a fluid pressure control device and a fluid flow control device.
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