192 clutches and power-stop control – Clutches – Axially engaging
Patent
1987-09-29
1989-08-15
Braun, Leslie A.
192 clutches and power-stop control
Clutches
Axially engaging
192 85AA, 192106F, 192113B, F16D 25064, F16D 1364, F16D 1372
Patent
active
048566357
ABSTRACT:
A hydraulically-actuated starting clutch utilized in a continuously variable transmission which includes a rotating shaft havng a housing rotating therewith, a pressure chamber in the housing receiving a piston, a pressure plate and an end plate in the housing to rotate therewith, at least one clutch plate between the pressure and end plates and operatively connected to a sleeve shaft encompassing the rotating shaft, and a diaphragm spring between the piston and pressure plate. Where there are two clutch plates, a separator formed of a pair of generally parallel plates is interposed between the clutch plates, one separator plate having an annular fulcrum ridge, which may be slotted, contacting the other plate to equilize loading on the clutch plates.
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Borg-Warner Automotive Inc.
Braun Leslie A.
Geppert James A.
Jennings James J.
Lorence Richard M.
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