Thrust washer and torque converter containing the same
US9127759B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 19, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0205
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thrust washer for a torque converter, the thrust washer having a curved front surface with a plurality of grooves for increasing fluid flow between the inner diameter and the outer diameter of the thrust washer. This increased fluid flow reduces the buildup of back pressure within the torque converter enabling better operation thereof.
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