Torque converter damper with dual input
US9182025B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 21, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2045/0284
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A damper for a torque converter includes a first clutch arranged for selective engagement with a cover for the torque converter, a first spring, a second spring, and a first plate drivingly engaged with the first spring and the second spring. The damper also includes a second plate and a third plate. The second plate is axially displaceable relative to the first plate, drivingly engaged with one of the first or the second spring, and arranged for fixing to a turbine for the torque converter. The third plate is axially displaceable relative to the first and second plates, fixed to the first clutch, and drivingly engaged with the one of the first or second spring.
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