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Uiwang, South Korea

Min Chul Kang

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, primarily in Automotive Safety Systems. Top assignees: Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors Corporation, Kia Corporation. Active years: 2019-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Min Chul Kang. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/min-chul-kang

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13 

% Patents Active = 92.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Uiwang-si, KR (2019 - 2021)
  • Gyeonggi-do, KR (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 20,462 
 
Hyundai Motor Company
 patents
silverMedal9 out of 8,094 
 
Kia Motors Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 5,946 
 
Kia Corporation
 patents
4. 1 out of 623 
 
Kla Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2019-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Surround View Monitoring
Vehicle Stopping Assistance
Driving Control
Fault Tolerance
Lane Keeping Assist
Autonomous Driving
Speed Control
Path Generation
Driving Safety
Intention Detection
Lateral Acceleration Limiting
13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12771945 - Surround view monitoring apparatus and method with fault tolerance (2026-10-20),
2. 12509082 - Method and apparatus for assisting vehicle stopping using SVM (2025-12-30),
3. 12407794 - Method and apparatus for SVM top view image processing (2025-09-02),
4. 11999343 - Apparatus for controlling parking of a vehicle and parking control method (2024-06-04),
5. 11001274 - Apparatus and method for automatically controlling driving assist function of vehicle (2021-05-11),
6. 10960759 - Apparatus and method for automatically setting speed of vehicle (2021-03-30),
7. 10885790 - Apparatus and method for determining intention to cut in (2021-01-05),
8. 10882536 - Autonomous driving control apparatus and method for notifying departure of front vehicle (2021-01-05),
9. 10836384 - Lateral acceleration limiting device, system including the same, and method therefor (2020-11-17),
10. 10661790 - Apparatus and method for controlling driving of vehicle (2020-05-26),
11. 10625736 - Vehicle and method for supporting driving safety of vehicle (2020-04-21),
12. 10589785 - Lane keeping assist method and system (2020-03-17),
13. 10272947 - System and method for generating path when driving lane is changed (2019-04-30),

Title: Min Chul Kang: Innovator in Vehicle Image Processing Technologies

Introduction

Min Chul Kang is a prominent inventor based in Uiwang-si, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle image processing, holding a total of 13 patents. His work focuses on enhancing vehicle safety and parking efficiency through innovative technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a "Method and apparatus for SVM top view image processing." This invention includes an image processing apparatus that collects images of the surroundings around a vehicle using a camera. It features an object recognition sensor that gathers obstacle location information, a display for showing parking warnings, and a controller that generates a top view image based on the collected data. Another notable patent is the "Apparatus for controlling parking of a vehicle and parking control method." This apparatus utilizes a processor to generate outlines based on previously parked vehicles and selects parking spots for double-parking when no vacant spaces are available.

Career Highlights

Min Chul Kang has worked with leading automotive companies, including Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in vehicle technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Min Chul Kang has collaborated with talented individuals such as Kyoung Jun Lee and Doo Jin Um. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his projects and patents.

Conclusion

Min Chul Kang is a notable inventor whose work in vehicle image processing has the potential to significantly improve automotive safety and parking solutions. His innovative patents reflect his dedication to advancing technology in the automotive 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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