Daejeon, South Korea

Man Seok Seo

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 10 published patent applications and 13 EPO patents. Top assignees: Kt&g Corporation, Kolon Industries, Inc., Other. Active years: 2017-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Man Seok Seo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/man-seok-seo-vygwgulz

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 12 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.7

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 1(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 489 
 
Kt&g Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 416 
 
Kolon Industries, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2017-2026

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Man Seok Seo: Innovator in Cigarette Technology

Introduction

Man Seok Seo is a prominent inventor based in Daejeon, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of cigarette technology, holding a total of 12 patents. His innovative work focuses on enhancing the smoking experience while addressing health concerns associated with traditional cigarettes.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a smoke component-reducing cigarette filter. This invention features a first filter portion made from an irregularly folded and packed polymer sheet, surrounded by a first cigarette filter wrapping paper. The polymer sheet consists of a first polymer layer containing polyolefin or polyester, along with a second polymer layer positioned on the first layer, which also contains polyolefin. Another notable patent is for an externally heated aerosol generation device and a cigarette used in this device. This innovation allows for sufficient atomization, ensuring a satisfactory smoking experience even during the initial puff, as thermal energy is effectively transferred to the cigarette.

Career Highlights

Man Seok Seo has worked with Kt&g Corporation, where he has been able to apply his inventive skills to develop new technologies in the cigarette industry. His work has contributed to advancements that aim to improve user experience while considering health implications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Man Seok Seo has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Jong Yeol Kim and Hyun Suk Cho. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the development of new ideas.

Conclusion

Man Seok Seo is a key figure in the realm of cigarette technology, with a focus on reducing harmful components and enhancing user experience. His contributions through various patents reflect his commitment to innovation in this field.

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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