Daejeon, South Korea

Dong-Woo Yoo

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 9 EPO patents, primarily in Liquid Crystal Technology. Top assignee: Lg Chem, Ltd. Active years: 2012-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Dong-Woo Yoo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/dong-woo-yoo-ulhpxoi6

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 19 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Daejeon Metropolitan, KR (2013)
  • Daejeon, KR (2012 - 2017)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2012-2017

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Areas of Expertise:
Liquid Crystal Alignment Layer
Photoreactive Polymer
Cyclic Olefin Compound
Norbornene Monomer
Photoalignment Film
Optical Anisotropic Body
Polymerizable Liquid Crystal
Acrylate Compound
Catalyst Composition
Photo-Curable Composition
Photoreactive Functional Group
Alignment Layer
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: **Innovative Contributions of Dong-Woo Yoo in Liquid Crystal Technologies**

Introduction

Dong-Woo Yoo, based in Daejeon, South Korea, is a prolific inventor renowned for his significant contributions to the field of liquid crystal technologies. Holding a total of 19 patents, Yoo's work has advanced the capabilities and applications of polymer materials in various industries.

Latest Patents

Yoo's recent innovations include a photoalignment polyimide copolymer and a liquid crystal alignment layer. This groundbreaking invention simplifies the formation of a liquid crystal alignment layer, showcasing exceptional alignment properties, thermal and structural stabilities, and strong adhesion to substrates. The polyimide copolymer features a unique structure with three types of repeating units, facilitating enhanced performance in liquid crystal applications.

Moreover, he has developed a polymerizable liquid crystal compound alongside a polymerizable liquid crystal composition and an optically anisotropic body. The compound is comprised of radicals derived from two distinct liquid crystal molecules, each incorporating specific mesogen groups. This innovation allows for stable reverse wavelength dispersion, either alone or in combination with other liquid crystal materials, highlighting its versatility and effectiveness.

Career Highlights

Dong-Woo Yoo is currently employed at LG Chem, Ltd., a leading global chemical company. His tenure at LG Chem has been marked by groundbreaking research and development, further solidifying his reputation as an innovator in liquid crystal technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yoo has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Sung-Ho Chun and Dai-Seung Choi. These collaborations have fostered a dynamic research environment, enabling the team to explore various aspects of liquid crystal technologies and push the boundaries of innovation.

Conclusion

Dong-Woo Yoo's extensive patent portfolio and innovative research continue to shape the landscape of liquid crystal technologies. His contributions not only enhance the functionality of materials used in various applications but also pave the way for future advancements in the field. As innovation continues to evolve, Yoo's work remains integral to the development of more efficient and effective liquid crystal solutions.

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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