According to GlobalData’s company profile on Schaeffler, Crankshaft ball bearings was a key innovation area identified from patents. Schaeffler's grant share as of January 2024 was 31%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Torque converter with cap extending outside impeller hub

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Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Schaeffler AG

The patent application (Publication Number: US20240034545A1) describes a torque converter with a unique cap design. The torque converter includes an impeller with an impeller shell and hub, along with a cap that can slide onto the impeller hub. The cap features an inner ring portion that extends radially outside the impeller hub in the installed position, with a rib to retain the cap securely. Additionally, the cap includes a pad for fluid absorption, with a ledge to keep the pad in place within the inner ring portion.

Furthermore, the cap design also includes an outer ring portion that defines a channel with the inner ring portion, allowing for the impeller hub to fit in the installed position. The outer ring portion is positioned between the end of the inner ring portion and the base, providing stability to the cap structure. Overall, the cap design for the impeller hub of the torque converter offers a secure and efficient solution for retaining the cap in place while also allowing for fluid absorption and proper alignment within the torque converter system.

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