Seoul, South Korea

Kurt Sandstrom

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents. Top assignee: Samsung Medison Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2016-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kurt Sandstrom. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kurt-sandstrom

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 2 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 1(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Gangwon-do, KR (2016)
  • Seoul, KR (2017)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2016-2017

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kurt Sandstrom: Innovator in Ultrasound Diagnosis Technology

Introduction

Kurt Sandstrom is a notable inventor based in Seoul, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of ultrasound diagnosis technology. With a focus on enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of ultrasound imaging, Sandstrom has been awarded 2 patents for his innovative methods and apparatus.

Latest Patents

Sandstrom's latest patents include a "Method of operating ultrasound diagnosis apparatus for providing map of interest index" and an "ultrasound diagnosis apparatus using the method." The first patent describes an ultrasound diagnosis apparatus that provides a map of an interest index. This apparatus features a calculating unit that computes a mechanical index (MI) corresponding to a depth value in the direction of ultrasound travel. It also includes a visualization unit that generates an MI map, visualizing the relationship between the calculated MI and the depth value in graph form. Additionally, a display unit is incorporated to showcase the MI map. The second patent outlines a "Method and apparatus for correcting ultrasound images by using interest index map." This method involves outputting an ultrasound signal to a target object and obtaining an MI map that indicates the correlation between depth values and MI values. It also includes adjusting the gain value of an ultrasound echo signal to maintain a virtually constant MI value across depth values.

Career Highlights

Kurt Sandstrom is currently employed at Samsung Medison Co., Ltd., where he continues to develop innovative ultrasound technologies. His work has significantly impacted the field, leading to advancements in diagnostic imaging.

Collaborations

Sandstrom collaborates with talented coworkers, including Yoon-chang Lee and Tae-yun Kim, who contribute to the development of cutting-edge ultrasound technologies.

Conclusion

Kurt Sandstrom's contributions to ultrasound diagnosis technology exemplify the importance of innovation in medical imaging. His patents reflect a commitment to improving diagnostic accuracy and patient care.

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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