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Rochester Hills, MI, United States of America

Hoon S Kim

This inventor holds 40 USPTO granted patents and 22 published patent applications, primarily in Vehicle Lighting. Top assignees: Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc., Tmrw Electronics, Sarl. Active years: 2009-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hoon S Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hoon-s-kim

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 40 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 15

Forward Citations = 4,554(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Rochester Hills, MI (US) (2009 - 2014)
  • Troy, MI (US) (2016 - 2024)
  • La Habra, CA (US) (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal36 out of 31,987 
 
Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1 
 
Tmrw Electronics, Sarl
 patent
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2009-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Vehicle Headlamp
Taillamp
Photodetector
Vehicle Body
Bumper
Fascia
Grille
Liftgate
Touch Screen Panel
Display Panel
Integrated TFT
Replica Vehicle
40 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D1082073 - Vehicle headlamp (2025-07-01),
2. D1067135 - Vehicle rear lower fascia (2025-03-18),
3. 12237430 - Plasmonic field-enhanced photodetector and image sensor (2025-02-25),
4. D1062555 - Vehicle rear bumper valance panel (2025-02-18),
5. D1055767 - Motor vehicle body, toy vehicle body replica and/or other replica (2024-12-31),
6. D1054603 - Vehicle headlamp (2024-12-17),
7. D1054074 - Vehicle taillamp (2024-12-10),
8. D1053402 - Vehicle taillamp (2024-12-03),
9. D1053401 - Vehicle taillamp (2024-12-03),
10. D1050991 - Vehicle fender (2024-11-12),
11. D1050986 - Vehicle hood (2024-11-12),
12. D1050968 - Vehicle grille (2024-11-12),
13. D1049964 - Vehicle front fascia (2024-11-05),
14. D1049952 - Vehicle lower grille (2024-11-05),
15. D1048984 - Vehicle liftgate (2024-10-29),

Title: Hoon S Kim - Innovator in Automotive Design

Introduction

Hoon S Kim is a prominent inventor based in Rochester Hills, MI, with an impressive portfolio of 32 patents. His contributions to the automotive industry, particularly through his work with General Motors Global Technology Operations LLC, have significantly impacted vehicle design and functionality.

Latest Patents

Among his recent inventions, Hoon S Kim holds patents for a "Vehicle Rear Bumper Valance Panel" and a "Motor Vehicle Body, Toy Vehicle Body Replica and/or Other Replica." These innovations reflect his commitment to enhancing vehicle aesthetics and functionality.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career at General Motors Global Technology Operations LLC, Hoon has made notable strides in automotive design. His extensive experience and innovative mindset have established him as a vital asset to the company and the industry.

Collaborations

Hoon S Kim collaborates with esteemed colleagues such as Dillon R Blanski and Panayiotis J Karras. Together, they work to push the boundaries of automotive technology, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation within their team.

Conclusion

Hoon S Kim's work exemplifies dedication to innovation in the automotive field. With 32 patents to his name, he continues to drive advancements that shape the future of vehicle design and functionality.

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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