Clutch cooling mechanism
US9322440B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2300/0212
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clutch release mechanism for a vehicle powertrain is provided. The clutch release mechanism includes a piston operable to move in an axial direction along a central axis toward and away from a clutch assembly. An actuator bearing is disposed adjacent to the piston. The actuator bearing is configured to be pressed against the clutch assembly by the piston, and the actuator bearing is configured to rotate around the central axis. A plurality of fins is disposed around the actuator bearing and configured to rotate with the actuator bearing about the central axis.
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