Dong-Jin Kim

Title: Dong-Jin Kim: Inventor of a Lock-Maintaining Latch Assembly

Introduction

Dong-Jin Kim is an inventor based in Anseong, South Korea. His patent work includes a latch assembly designed to maintain a locking state and control the release of a restrained striker. The available information lists 1 patent and identifies Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation among the companies he worked with.

Latest Patents

Kim’s listed patent is titled “Latch Assembly Capable of Maintaining Locking State.” The invention describes a locking plate that can rotate and selectively engage a striker, along with a pawl that engages the plate to prevent its rotation and keep the striker restrained. A cable rotates the pawl to release the striker when the assembly is unlocked.

A locking maintenance member positioned between the pawl and locking plate helps prevent their rotation while the assembly is locked. When unlocking begins, the member allows the pawl and plate to rotate, enabling the striker to be released.

Career Highlights

The available career information associates Kim with Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation. His listed patent focuses on latch operation, locking-state retention, and controlled unlocking.

Collaborations

Hyeok-Seung Lee and Sang-Do Park are identified as Kim’s coworkers. The available information does not specify their roles in the patent or the nature of their collaboration.

Conclusion

Dong-Jin Kim’s listed invention addresses how a latch assembly can maintain a secure locking state while allowing controlled release, reflecting a focused contribution to mechanical locking technology.