Sandwich composite clutch friction member with dual-directional moduli of elasticity

摘要

A friction member for engagement in a torque-transmitting mechanism includes an outer layer comprising a first material. The outer layer has a friction surface for sliding contact with an opposing reaction member in the torque-transmitting mechanism. An inner layer is connected to the outer layer opposite the friction surface and comprises a second material. The inner layer is characterized by a first modulus of elasticity and the outer layer is characterized by a second modulus of elasticity greater than the first modulus of elasticity.