Patent ID: 6099435
Filing Date: 2000-08-08
Classification: F16H,Y10T

Abstract:
A fluid-operated hydrokinetic torque converter for use in a power train of a motor vehicle, comprising:a fluid-containing housing rotatable about a predetermined axis;means for connecting said housing to a rotary output element of a prime mover forming part of the power train and having idle and running conditions;a rotary input element coaxial with said housing;means for transmitting torque between said housing and said input element along a first path;means for transmitting torque between said housing and said input element along a second path, including an engageable and disengageable lockup clutch; andcontrol means including means for supplying fluid to the torque converter and means for at least partially engaging said lockup clutch while the motor vehicle is at a standstill and said prime mover is running so that a first torque is being transmitted between said housing and said input element along said first path and a second torque is being transmitted between said housing and said input element along said second path.