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Suwon, South Korea

Chul-Woo Lee

This inventor holds 58 USPTO granted patents and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Audio Encoding (CPC class G11B). Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Hyundai Motor Company. Active years: 2001-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Chul-Woo Lee. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/chul-woo-lee-7mfz5o1e

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 58

% Patents Active = 65.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 181(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 170(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Seoul, KR (2001 - 2004)
  • Kyungki-do, KR (2002 - 2004)
  • Sungnam, KR (2002 - 2008)
  • Kyunggi-Do, KR (2012)
  • Anyang-si, KR (2014 - 2018)
  • Suwon-si, KR (2011 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal57 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 20,375 
 
Hyundai Motor Company
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Audio Encoding
Audio Decoding
Optical Storage
Computing System
Signal Processing
Data Storage
Multi-Channel Audio
Psychoacoustic Model
Optical Pickup
Recording Apparatus
Communication Module
Debugging Method
58 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10942800 - Storage device, computing system and debugging method thereof (2021-03-09),
2. 10776077 - Method, apparatus and recording medium for processing division calculation (2020-09-15),
3. 10585822 - Operation method of host system including storage device and operation method of storage device controller (2020-03-10),
4. 10077086 - Structure for mounting spare tire for antitheft (2018-09-18),
5. 10067906 - Computing device including an inter-integrated circuit (I2C) communication module and a communication error recovery method thereof (2018-09-04),
6. 9880781 - Storage device and operating method of storage device (2018-01-30),
7. 9514768 - Audio reproducing method, audio reproducing apparatus therefor, and information storage medium (2016-12-06),
8. 9478223 - Method and apparatus for down-mixing multi-channel audio (2016-10-25),
9. 9355645 - Method and apparatus for encoding/decoding stereo audio (2016-05-31),
10. 9294862 - Method and apparatus for processing audio signals using motion of a sound source, reverberation property, or semantic object (2016-03-22),
11. 9137617 - Correlation parameter transmitting in an encoding apparatus and decoding apparatus (2015-09-15),
12. 8948891 - Method and apparatus for encoding/decoding multi-channel audio signal by using semantic information (2015-02-03),
13. 8843380 - Method and apparatus for encoding residual signals and method and apparatus for decoding residual signals (2014-09-23),
14. 8798276 - Method and apparatus for encoding multi-channel audio signal and method and apparatus for decoding multi-channel audio signal (2014-08-05),
15. 8781134 - Method and apparatus for encoding and decoding stereo audio (2014-07-15),

Title: Chul-Woo Lee: A Pioneer in Storage Solutions and Division Calculation

Introduction

Chul-Woo Lee, hailing from Suwon-si, South Korea, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 58 patents. His innovative work, primarily in storage devices and computing systems, has significantly contributed to advancements in technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are two noteworthy inventions. The first patent is a "Storage device, computing system and debugging method thereof." This invention introduces a storage device that generates dump data for debugging purposes when an error occurs. The design includes a memory device with a dedicated dump area for storing dump data, alongside a storage controller that manages dump requests and communicates efficiently with host systems.

The second patent is a "Method, apparatus and recording medium for processing division calculation." This invention outlines a method and apparatus designed to optimize division operations. By leveraging cache memory for reference data and employing a selection process for operators based on data characteristics and calculation types, this innovation enhances the accuracy and efficiency of division calculations.

Career Highlights

Chul-Woo Lee has gained extensive experience through his tenure at leading technology firms. Notably, he has worked with Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., where his contributions have played a crucial role in advancing technological solutions. His focus on integrating innovative methodologies into existing frameworks reflects his dedication to improving computational processes.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Chul-Woo Lee has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Jang-hoon Yoo and Nam-suk Lee. These partnerships have fostered a rich environment of shared knowledge and innovation, driving forward the boundaries of technology.

Conclusion

Chul-Woo Lee's impressive array of patents and his contributions to the fields of storage devices and division calculations underscore his status as a leading inventor in the tech industry. His work not only showcases his technical aptitude but also his commitment to innovation, paving the way for future advancements in computing technology.

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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