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Seoul, South Korea

Ki-won Yoo

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Video Encoding Technology. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Seoul National University. Active years: 2005-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ki-won Yoo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ki-won-yoo

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 24 

% Patents Active = 70.8

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 56(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal24 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 1,784 
 
Seoul National University
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2005-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Video Encoding
Video Decoding
Image Processing
Intra Prediction
Multi-Core Processing
Rate-Distortion Optimization
Motion Vector Prediction
Color Temperature Adjustment
Reference Image Data
Quantization Method
Pipeline Processing
User Preference Data
24 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11057616 - Video encoding method and apparatus therefor, and video decoding method and apparatus therefor (2021-07-06),
2. 11032554 - Video encoding/decoding method and device for controlling reference image data according to reference frequency (2021-06-08),
3. 10715811 - Method and apparatus for determining merge mode (2020-07-14),
4. 10701357 - Video encoding method using in-loop filter parameter prediction and apparatus therefor, and video decoding method and apparatus therefor (2020-06-30),
5. 10694190 - Processing apparatuses and controlling methods thereof (2020-06-23),
6. 10506243 - Image decoding method and device therefor, and image encoding method and device therefor (2019-12-10),
7. 10321155 - Video encoding and decoding methods and apparatuses for padding area of image (2019-06-11),
8. 10313699 - Method and apparatus for parallel video decoding based on multi-core system (2019-06-04),
9. 10291915 - Video decoding method and apparatus and video encoding method and apparatus (2019-05-14),
10. 10277917 - Video encoding method and apparatus and video decoding method and apparatus (2019-04-30),
11. 10250879 - Video encoding method using in-loop filter parameter prediction and apparatus therefor, and video decoding method and apparatus therefor (2019-04-02),
12. 10244247 - Enhanced data processing apparatus employing multiple-block based pipeline and operation method thereof (2019-03-26),
13. 10154263 - Rate-distortion optimization-based quantization method and apparatus (2018-12-11),
14. 9936223 - Method and device for encoding video to improve intra prediction processing speed, and method and device for decoding video (2018-04-03),
15. 9762908 - Method and device for encoding video to limit bidirectional prediction and block merging, and method and device for decoding video (2017-09-12),

Title: Ki-won Yoo: A Visionary in Video Encoding and Decoding Technologies

Introduction

Ki-won Yoo is a prominent inventor based in Seoul, South Korea, known for his significant contributions to the field of video encoding and decoding technologies. With an impressive portfolio consisting of 24 patents, Yoo has made notable advancements that impact how video data is processed and reconstructed.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Yoo has developed groundbreaking patents that outline methods and apparatuses for video encoding and decoding. One patent focuses on a video decoding method that efficiently reconstructs images by utilizing residue data from various bit depths. This approach allows for precise intra and inter prediction of current blocks, thereby enhancing video quality.

Another significant patent describes a method for controlling reference image data based on referring frequencies. This innovation involves determining the long-term or short-term reference attributes of image data to optimize the decoding process. By storing reference image data in memory according to these attributes, Yoo's method improves the efficiency of image reconstruction.

Career Highlights

Ki-won Yoo has had a distinguished career, having worked with major organizations, including Samsung Electronics and the Seoul National University R&DB Foundation. His role at these institutions has allowed him to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in technology, leading to impactful innovations in video processing.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yoo has collaborated with notable colleagues, such as Sang-kwon Na and Jae-moon Kim. These partnerships have played a crucial role in advancing research and development in the video encoding domain, fostering an environment of innovation and creativity.

Conclusion

Ki-won Yoo's contributions to video encoding and decoding technologies exemplify the spirit of innovation. With his extensive patent portfolio and collaborations with leading institutions and professionals, he continues to shape the future of video technology and inspire the next generation of inventors.

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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