John Philippe Furtado

Title: John Philippe Furtado: Trailer Electrification and Regenerative Braking

Introduction

John Philippe Furtado is an inventor based in San Francisco, California. His patent work addresses trailer electrification through a modular system designed to provide powered towing and regenerative braking. Furtado is associated with Range Energy Inc.

Latest Patents

Furtado is named on 1 patent: “Modular System for Dynamic Tow and Regenerative Braking of a Trailer.” The patent describes a modular kit with a driven axle installed on a bogie chassis, a motor coupled to the axle, a battery assembly, electrical cables, and a cable carrier.

The battery assembly is designed to attach to the trailer chassis using retention and engagement features. It can supply electrical energy to the motor to drive the axle and receive energy from the motor during regenerative braking. The cable carrier supports the electrical cables between the bogie chassis and battery assembly as their relative longitudinal positions change.

Career Highlights

Furtado’s disclosed invention focuses on integrating propulsion and energy recovery into a trailer system. Its modular components are intended to support installation on a trailer chassis while accommodating movement between the trailer and bogie.

Collaborations

Furtado is associated with Range Energy Inc. His listed coworkers include Theodore DeGuzman and Bryan Booth.

Conclusion

John Philippe Furtado’s patent describes a modular approach to powered trailer movement and regenerative braking, combining an electric drive axle, battery assembly, and adaptable cable support.