Byul-Lee Park

Title: Byul-Lee Park: Inventor of an Integrated Optical-Ultrasonic Endoscopic Probe

Introduction

Byul-Lee Park is an inventor based in Pohang-si, South Korea. His work includes an invention that integrates optical imaging and ultrasonic sensing in an endoscopic probe. Park is associated with Posco and the Pohang University of Science and Technology Foundation.

Latest Patents

Park is credited with 1 patent: “Transparent-Ultrasonic-Sensor-Based Optical-Ultrasonic Integrated Endoscopic Probe, Endoscope Apparatus, and Catheter Apparatus.”

The invention describes a probe that combines an optical fiber laser unit with a transparent ultrasonic sensor. The sensor is positioned between the object being examined and the laser unit, allowing light to pass through while transmitting ultrasonic waves toward the object and receiving their reflections. A camera captures an image of the object through the sensor. The design brings optical imaging and ultrasound together in an integrated endoscopic system, with potential applications in endoscopes and catheters.

Career Highlights

Park’s listed affiliations include Posco and the Pohang University of Science and Technology Foundation. His patent reflects work on combining optical and ultrasonic technologies for medical imaging and examination.

Collaborations

Park’s listed coworkers include Chul-Hong Kim and Hyung-Ham Kim.

Conclusion

Byul-Lee Park’s patented probe integrates optical imaging with ultrasonic sensing, illustrating his contribution to endoscopic and catheter-based technology.