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Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Kunho Lee

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Saudi Arabian Oil Company, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. Active years: 2022-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kunho Lee. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kunho-lee-0rnlud05

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 93.8

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 7,511 
 
Saudi Arabian Oil Company
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2,790 
 
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 2,523 
 
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2022-2026

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12725857 - Renewable energy integration with natural-gas based combined hydrogen and electricity production (CHEP) system and method (2026-09-01),
2. 12492121 - Conversion of ammonia to hydrogen and nitrogen using ammonia as a sweep gas (2025-12-09),
3. 12288908 - Integrated production of hydrogen, electricity, and heat (2025-04-29),
4. 12258272 - Dry reforming of methane using a nickel-based bi-metallic catalyst (2025-03-25),
5. 12244044 - Direct ammonia-fed solid oxide fuel cell and methods for making the same (2025-03-04),
6. 12240755 - Method for producing compressed hydrogen using electrochemical systems (2025-03-04),
7. 12191543 - Integrated production of hydrogen, electricity, and heat (2025-01-07),
8. 12116277 - Combined hydrogen and electricity production from aqueous ammonia feed (2024-10-15),
9. 11820657 - Combined hydrogen and electricity production from aqueous ammonia feed (2023-11-21),
10. 11787759 - Dimethyl ether production via dry reforming and dimethyl ether synthesis in a vessel (2023-10-17),
11. 11718575 - Methanol production via dry reforming and methanol synthesis in a vessel (2023-08-08),
12. 11639290 - Dry reforming of methane with carbon dioxide at elevated pressure (2023-05-02),
13. 11578016 - Olefin production via dry reforming and olefin synthesis in a vessel (2023-02-14),
14. 11358128 - High activity reforming catalyst formulation and process for low temperature steam reforming of hydrocarbons to produce hydrogen (2022-06-14),
15. 11322766 - Direct hydrocarbon metal supported solid oxide fuel cell (2022-05-03),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Kunho Lee

Introduction

Kunho Lee is a prominent inventor based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. He has made significant contributions to the field of energy production, holding a total of 16 patents. His work focuses on innovative methods for the integrated production of hydrogen, electricity, and heat.

Latest Patents

One of Kunho Lee's latest patents is titled "Integrated production of hydrogen, electricity, and heat." This invention describes a method and system for the coproduction of hydrogen, electrical power, and heat energy. The exemplary method includes desulfurizing a feed stream to create a desulfurized feed stream, reforming this stream to generate a methane-rich gas, and utilizing a membrane separator to produce a hydrogen stream. Additionally, a retentate stream from the membrane separator is directed to a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC), where electrical power is generated. Another notable patent is "Dry reforming of methane using a nickel-based bi-metallic catalyst." This invention outlines a method of dry reforming methane with carbon monoxide using a bi-metallic nickel and ruthenium-based catalyst, along with a dry reformer designed for producing syngas.

Career Highlights

Kunho Lee has worked with notable organizations such as the Saudi Arabian Oil Company and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. His experience in these institutions has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in energy production.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kunho Lee has collaborated with talented individuals, including Aqil Jamal and Sai P Katikaneni. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and inventions.

Conclusion

Kunho Lee's innovative work in energy production showcases his expertise and commitment to advancing technology. His patents reflect a deep understanding of energy systems and a dedication to creating sustainable 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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