CIPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 6)

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 20(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 876

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.

patents

1 out of 35

Brp-Powertrain Gmbh & Co Kg

patents

Years Active: 2012-2023

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11674578 - Control of a limited slip differential optimized for slippery driving conditions (2023-06-13),

2. 11383599 - Control of a limited slip differential based on an engine torque (2022-07-12),

3. 11378167 - Control of a limited slip differential based on an accelerator control position (2022-07-05),

4. 10982603 - Method for controlling a motor of a vehicle (2021-04-20),

5. 10962097 - Control of a limited slip differential based on a steering angle of a vehicle (2021-03-30),

6. 10836252 - Control of a limited slip differential based on an engine torque (2020-11-17),

7. 10774766 - Method for engine braking a vehicle having a continuously variable transmission (2020-09-15),

8. 10502153 - Method for engine braking a vehicle having a continuously variable transmission (2019-12-10),

9. 10247123 - Method for engine braking a vehicle having a continuously variable transmission (2019-04-02),

10. 8438942 - Vehicle transmission gear locking mechanism (2013-05-14),

11. 8230962 - Vehicle with a semi-automatic transmission having a reverse gear (2012-07-31),

Title: Innovations by Jean-Philippe Houle

Introduction

Jean-Philippe Houle is a notable inventor based in Sherbrooke, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle technology, particularly in the area of limited slip differentials. With a total of 11 patents to his name, Houle's work has had a considerable impact on improving vehicle performance under various driving conditions.

Latest Patents

Houle's latest patents include innovative technologies for controlling limited slip differentials optimized for slippery driving conditions. One of his patents describes a vehicle equipped with an engine and a limited slip differential (LSD) mounted on an axle driven by the engine. This invention detects slippery driving conditions based on parameters indicative of the vehicle's riding condition. The LSD is selectively locked in response to the detection of these conditions. Another patent focuses on controlling the LSD based on engine torque, where the preload applied to the LSD is determined by predicted engine torque and vehicle speed. This technology enhances vehicle stability and performance during challenging driving scenarios.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Houle has worked with prominent companies in the automotive and recreational vehicle industries. Notable among these are Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP-Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in vehicle technology.

Collaborations

Houle has collaborated with several professionals in his field, including Francois-Charles Dumas and Johann Wilflinger. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Jean-Philippe Houle's contributions to vehicle technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor. His work continues to shape the future of automotive engineering, particularly in enhancing vehicle performance under various conditions.

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