Patent ID: 9217498
Filing Date: 2015-12-22
Classification: F16D,F16H

Abstract:
1. A multi-function torque converter comprising: a hub forming an output for the torque converter; an impeller; an impeller clutch arranged to transmit torque from a cover for the torque converter to the impeller; at least one impeller piston plate for said impeller clutch axially displaceable in a first direction away from the impeller to open the impeller clutch and axially displaceable in a second direction toward the impeller to close the impeller clutch; a plate at least indirectly connected to the impeller to rotate in unison with the impeller; an impeller ring connected to the impeller shell such that movement of the impeller ring is fixed to movement of the impeller shell; a torque converter clutch arranged to transmit torque from a torque output to the hub via the impeller ring when closed; and,