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Yongin, South Korea

Ik Soo Kim

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, primarily in Semiconductor Manufacturing. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Hyundai Motor Company. Active years: 2014-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ik Soo Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ik-soo-kim-4yj7908l

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 6(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hwasung, KR (2014)
  • Yongin-Si, KR (2016 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 20,399 
 
Hyundai Motor Company
 patents

Years Active: 2014-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Memory Device
Fabrication Method
Epitaxial Patterns
Fin-Shaped Patterns
Passivation Patterns
Substrate Processing
Oxidation Resistance
Variable Resistance Memory
Showerhead
Precursor Supply Unit
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12509771 - Semiconductor manufacturing method (2025-12-30),
2. 12382626 - Semiconductor memory device, method for fabricating the same and electronic system including the same (2025-08-05),
3. 12166093 - Semiconductor devices including epitaxial patterns with plurality of fin-shaped patterns (2024-12-10),
4. 12080767 - Semiconductor device including passivation patterns (2024-09-03),
5. 12016178 - Semiconductor device (2024-06-18),
6. 11959170 - Precursor supply unit, substrate processing system, and method of fabricating semiconductor device using the same (2024-04-16),
7. 11849570 - Semiconductor memory device and method of fabricating the same (2023-12-19),
8. 11728409 - Semiconductor device (2023-08-15),
9. 11700726 - Semiconductor device (2023-07-11),
10. 11563017 - Semiconductor device and method of fabricating the same (2023-01-24),
11. 11225715 - Showerhead, semiconductor manufacturing apparatus including the same, and semiconductor manufacturing method (2022-01-18),
12. 11107681 - Method of fabricating semiconductor device by removing material on back side of substrate (2021-08-31),
13. 11047045 - Precursor supply unit, substrate processing system, and method of fabricating semiconductor device using the same (2021-06-29),
14. 10513765 - Stainless steel having excellent oxidation resistance at high temperature (2019-12-24),
15. 9362091 - Substrate treating apparatus and blocker plate assembly (2016-06-07),

Title: **Innovator Profile: Ik Soo Kim**

Introduction

Ik Soo Kim, based in Yongin-si, South Korea, is a prominent inventor renowned for his significant contributions to the semiconductor industry. With a remarkable portfolio of 15 patents, his inventive work focuses on advanced semiconductor memory devices and related technologies that enhance electronic systems.

Latest Patents

Among Ik Soo Kim's latest patents is a **semiconductor memory device** that features a complex architecture to improve performance. This device includes a cell substrate, a mold structure with stacked gate electrodes, and a channel structure that traverses the cell substrate. Additionally, it contains ground isolation structures that optimize electrical performance by adjusting widths based on distance from the substrate.

Another notable invention includes **semiconductor devices** featuring epitaxial patterns with multiple fin-shaped structures. This innovative design comprises first and second fin-shaped patterns on a substrate, designed to enhance the efficiency of the device. The inclusion of a field insulating layer ensures robust performance by properly managing the interactions between the fin and the epitaxial patterns.

Career Highlights

Ik Soo Kim's professional journey includes pivotal roles at leading corporations in the technology sector. He has worked at **Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.** and **Hyundai Motor Company**, where he has contributed significantly to research and development projects that focus on semiconductor technologies. His expertise has played a crucial role in advancing the capabilities of these companies in the competitive electronic market.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Ik Soo Kim has collaborated with talented individuals in his field, including colleagues Soyoung Lee and Kyoung-Hee Kim. These collaborations foster an environment of innovation and creativity, enabling the development of cutting-edge technologies that drive the industry forward.

Conclusion

Ik Soo Kim stands out as a visionary inventor in the realm of semiconductor technology. His impressive patent portfolio demonstrates his commitment to advancing electronic systems that are vital to modern technology. As he continues to innovate, his contributions will undoubtedly shape the future of the semiconductor industry.

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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