Torque Converters

Torque converters, found in a variety of automatic transmissions, typically consist of a closed loop that can include an impeller, a turbine, and a stator. The spacing between individual components is frequently very tight, and some torque converters can operate partially-filled, i.e. contain both liquid and gaseous phases. The flow field is typically very complex, involving complex interactions between components and fluids.

Designers of torque converters rely on ANSYS software to help them maximize efficiency, ensure high quality, and enhance durability, while at the same time driving costs down. For example, the well-established strengths of ANSYS CFX for rotating machinery has made it the tool of choice in optimizing the shape of the bladed components. Also, industry-leading multi-phase modeling capabilities have permitted previously impossible insights into the performance of partially-filled devices.