Dong-Man Kim

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications. Top assignees: Exelway Inc., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Actuward. Co. Ltd.. Active years: 2004-2022.

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 46.2

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.2

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 15(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Seoul-si, KR (2015 - 2016)
Seoul, KR (2004 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Chongging Xinping Semiconductor Co., Ltd.

patent

5. 1 out of 1

Chongqing Xinping Semiconductor Co., Ltd.

7. 2 out of 834,411

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Years Active: 2004-2022

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11528560 - Hybrid movable coil plate and flat plate-type speaker using same (2022-12-13),

2. 11510008 - Stick-type vibrating driver (2022-11-22),

3. 11284199 - Flat speaker having multilayer and dual track moving coil (2022-03-22),

4. 9271086 - Flat type speaker having damper-lead plate of PCB voice coil plate (2016-02-23),

5. 9271085 - Damper of a voice coil plate for a plate speaker (2016-02-23),

6. 9271060 - Flat type speaker having vibration-lead plate attached on top of vibration plate (2016-02-23),

7. 9210512 - Flat-type speaker having plurality of magnetic circuits which are horizontally connected (2015-12-08),

8. 9117434 - Vibration-lead plate for flat type speaker, mounted between voice coil plate and vibration plate (2015-08-25),

9. 8953834 - Flat-panel speaker having a multilayer PCB pattern voice coil film (2015-02-10),

10. 7337449 - Disk drive for minimizing jamming during disk positioning (2008-02-26),

11. 7089570 - Optical disc changer (2006-08-08),

12. 7020886 - Optical disc changer (2006-03-28),

13. 6779189 - Optical disk changer (2004-08-17),

Title: Dong-Man Kim: Innovator in Flat-Type Speaker Technology

Introduction

Dong-Man Kim is an inventor based in Dongdaemun-gu, South Korea. He is known for his innovative approach to speaker technology, particularly in the design of flat-type speakers. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of audio devices.

Latest Patent Applications

Dong-Man Kim has filed a patent application for a "FLAT-TYPE SPEAKER HAVING A PLURALITY OF CONSECUTIVELY CONNECTED MAGNETIC CIRCUITS." This invention relates to a flat-type speaker that incorporates multiple magnetic circuits connected in series or parallel to form a single speaker unit. The design features two or more voice coil plates, each with printed voice coils, arranged successively. Additionally, two or more vibrating-reed plates, designed as thin films, are positioned above the voice coil plates, ensuring electrical isolation between them. The voice coils and vibrating-reed plates are electrically interconnected, enhancing the speaker's performance.

Conclusion

Dong-Man Kim's contributions to speaker technology reflect his innovative spirit and dedication to improving audio devices. His patent application showcases a unique approach to flat-type speakers, potentially influencing future developments in the field.