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La Tour de Salvagny, France

Pascal Moulaire

This inventor holds 25 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 16 EPO patents, primarily in Power Steering Systems. Top assignees: Jtekt Europe, Jtekt Corporation, Jtekt Europe S.a.s.. Active years: 2014-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Pascal Moulaire. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/pascal-moulaire

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 25 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Roanne, FR (2014)
  • Salvagny, FR (2022 - 2023)
  • La Tour de Salvagny, FR (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal22 out of 103 
 
Jtekt Europe
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 2,465 
 
Jtekt Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 5 
 
Jtekt Europe S.a.s.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Torque Estimation
Friction Compensation
Steer-By-Wire
Power Steering Control
Vehicle Dynamics
Driver Feel
Dynamic Saturation
Road Profile Perception
End-Of-Travel Management
Assist Steering
Understeer Detection
Tire Elasticity
25 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12337909 - Method for determining a setpoint torque for a steering wheel as a function of a gain dependent on a steering wheel torque (2025-06-24),
2. 12060119 - Method for estimating a value of a friction force exerted on a part of a power steering system by means of a mathematical model (2024-08-13),
3. 11656137 - Method for friction compensation in a power steering system and associated estimation method (2023-05-23),
4. 11597433 - Method for determining a setpoint torque on the basis of a reversibility function calculating a target speed of a steering wheel depending on a steering wheel angle and a yaw rate (2023-03-07),
5. 11597432 - Perception of a road profile by the varying a gain as a function of a vehicle speed and steering wheel torque (2023-03-07),
6. 11572097 - Steering controller and steering control method (2023-02-07),
7. 11565743 - Differentiation of a resisting torque according to direction of movement of a steering rack for improving feel of driver at the approach to an end-of-travel virtual stop (2023-01-31),
8. 11453433 - Adaptation of a drift gain according to steering wheel torque in order to improve the feel of a power-steering system (2022-09-27),
9. 11414125 - Steering controller and steering control method (2022-08-16),
10. 11383761 - Use of a dynamic saturation function when returning a steering wheel to its central position, so as to eliminate undesirable viscous effects (2022-07-12),
11. 11345394 - Steer-by-wire power steering system using actuators made transparent through the use of local torque and/or force control loops (2022-05-31),
12. 11318987 - Steering controller and steering control method (2022-05-03),
13. 11299198 - Method for determining the track rod force modeling the torsional elastic release of the tyre in order to manage transitions between park and drive (2022-04-12),
14. 10889319 - Use of a phase-lead filter to separate the manual steering setting from the power steering control stability setting (2021-01-12),
15. 10549775 - Estimation of the ageing of a power steering (2020-02-04),

Title: Pascal Moulaire: Innovator in Power Steering Systems

Introduction

Pascal Moulaire, hailing from La Tour de Salvagny, France, has made significant strides in the automotive industry with his expertise in power steering systems. With an impressive portfolio of 24 patents, Moulaire has developed innovative solutions that enhance the functionality and efficiency of vehicle steering mechanisms.

Latest Patents

Among his latest contributions to the field are two groundbreaking patents:

1. **Method for Estimating a Value of a Friction Force:** This method focuses on estimating the friction force exerted on a power steering system part, incorporating a mathematical model that facilitates the adjustment of motor torque.

2. **Method for Friction Compensation in a Power Steering System:** This innovative approach enables continuous estimation of the intermediate friction rate, integrated into a broader friction compensation method to improve steering feel, especially at lower speeds.

Career Highlights

Moulaire's career has been intertwined with key positions at notable companies, most prominently at Jtekt Europe and Jtekt Corporation. His work has been pivotal in advancing the technology behind power steering systems, and his patents reflect his commitment to improving vehicle performance.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Pascal Moulaire has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Sébastien Bourdrez and Christophe Ravier. These partnerships have played a crucial role in developing innovative solutions within the automotive sector, highlighting the importance of teamwork in technological advancements.

Conclusion

Pascal Moulaire stands out as a prominent inventor in the field of power steering systems, with a remarkable collection of patents that showcases his contributions to automotive technology. His latest innovations not only enhance vehicle performance but also offer valuable insights into friction management in steering systems, making a lasting impact on the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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