Geunyoung Yoon

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: University of Rochester, Boston Foundation for Sight. Active years: 2006-2025.

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 6)

% Patents Active = 90.9

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 93(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

11 out of 994

University of Rochester

patents

1 out of 12

Boston Foundation for Sight

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2025

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12510765 - Method and apparatus to image a position and rotation of an ophthalmic lens worn on a human eye (2025-12-30),

2. 12306470 - Extended depth of focus ophthalmic lens designs based on continuous periodic refractive power profile (2025-05-20),

3. 12303202 - Method and apparatus for locating the visual axis on the surface of the cornea (2025-05-20),

4. 11487136 - Customized wavefront-guided methods, systems, and devices to correct higher-order aberration (2022-11-01),

5. 9925038 - System and method for designing wavefront-guided ophthalmic lenses (2018-03-27),

6. 8616703 - Measuring ocular point spread function using adaptive optics (2013-12-31),

7. 8608314 - Scanning optical system for large axial scan depth anterior segment optical coherence tomography (OCT) (2013-12-17),

8. 7802884 - Compact ocular fundus camera (2010-09-28),

9. 7414712 - Large dynamic range Shack-Hartmann wavefront sensor (2008-08-19),

10. 7044603 - Compact portable wavefront sensor (2006-05-16),

11. 6988801 - Compact portable wavefront sensor (2006-01-24),

Title: Innovations by Geunyoung Yoon in Ophthalmic Technology

Introduction

Geunyoung Yoon is a notable inventor based in Pittsford, NY, who has made significant contributions to the field of ophthalmic technology. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Yoon's work focuses on enhancing visual accuracy and comfort through innovative lens designs and measurement methods.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method and apparatus for locating the visual axis on the surface of the cornea. This method involves illuminating a light source pinhole with light of at least two different wavelengths and projecting an image through a translatable pinhole onto the retina. The process includes adjusting the position of the translatable pinhole until two different dots viewed on the retina merge into one, indicating the visual axis's intersection with the cornea or contact lens. Another significant patent is for extended depth of focus (EDoF) ophthalmic lens designs based on a continuous periodic refractive power profile. This method optimizes focus for patients by mapping a periodic power curve to a physical lens curvature profile, ensuring a functional depth of field over various distances.

Career Highlights

Geunyoung Yoon has worked with esteemed institutions such as the University of Rochester and the Boston Foundation for Sight. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in ophthalmic technology.

Collaborations

Yoon has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Rahul Yadav and Steven Feldon, contributing to advancements in the field through shared expertise and innovative thinking.

Conclusion

Geunyoung Yoon's contributions to ophthalmic technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the industry. His innovative methods and designs continue to impact the way visual accuracy is achieved and maintained.