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Seoul, South Korea

Min-kyu Kim

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Skhynix Inc., Industry-University Cooperation Foundation Hanyang University. Active years: 2004-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Min-kyu Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/min-kyu-kim-dighfmsg

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 86.7

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 50(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Seongnam-si, KR (2007 - 2008)
  • Hwaseong-si, KR (2010 - 2017)
  • Seoul, KR (2004 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 11,678 
 
Skhynix Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 1,245 
 
Industry-University Cooperation Foundation Hanyang University
 patents
4. 1 out of 7,663 
 
Samsung Sdi Co., Inc.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2004-2021

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11047612 - Built-in refrigerator including wire cover unit (2021-06-29),
2. 10687010 - Single-slope comparison device with high resolution and low noise and CMOS image sensor including the same (2020-06-16),
3. 10681297 - Single-slope comparison device with low-noise, and analog-to-digital conversion device and CMOS image sensor including the same (2020-06-09),
4. 10563904 - Built-in refrigerator including wire cover unit (2020-02-18),
5. 10466856 - Electronic device having two displays and a method for executing a different application on each display of the electronic device based on simultaneous inputs into a plurality of application icons (2019-11-05),
6. 9667899 - Analog-digital converting device and method having a successive approximation register analog-digital converting circuit and a single-slop analog-digital converting circuit, and image sensor including the same (2017-05-30),
7. 9628725 - Pixel array including pixel groups of long and short exposure pixels and image sensor including same (2017-04-18),
8. 9231610 - SAR analog-to-digital converting apparatus and operating method thereof and CMOS image sensor including the same (2016-01-05),
9. 8922403 - Analog-to-digital conversion circuit, analog-to-digital conversion method, and image sensor (2014-12-30),
10. 8717217 - Analog-to-digital converter and analog-to-digital conversion method using the same (2014-05-06),
11. 8254169 - Smart card capable of sensing light (2012-08-28),
12. 7813175 - Smart card capable of sensing light (2010-10-12),
13. 7395398 - Memory controller that selectively changes frequency of a memory clock signal, a smart card including the same, and a method of controlling a read operation of a memory (2008-07-01),
14. 7248519 - Semiconductor device that initializes memory cells of an activated wordline group (2007-07-24),
15. 6741321 - Color liquid crystal display manufacturing process and raw panel for use therein (2004-05-25),

Title: Min-kyu Kim: Innovator in Refrigeration and Imaging Technologies

Introduction

Min-kyu Kim is a prominent inventor based in Seoul, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the fields of refrigeration and imaging technologies. With a total of 15 patents to his name, Kim has established himself as a key figure in innovation.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a built-in refrigerator that includes a wire cover unit. This innovative design features a body, a door that opens and closes, a hinge connecting the body and door, and a wire cover unit that guides a wire drawn from the body while a portion slides according to the door's movement. Another notable patent is a single-slope comparison device with high resolution and low noise, which includes a CMOS image sensor. This device features a multi-step pixel signal generation circuit that generates a multi-step pixel signal based on a pixel signal, along with a comparison circuit that outputs a comparison signal.

Career Highlights

Min-kyu Kim has worked with leading companies in the technology sector, including Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kim has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Ja-Seung Gou and Oh-Kyong Kwon. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Min-kyu Kim's contributions to refrigeration and imaging technologies highlight his role as an influential inventor. His innovative patents and collaborations with leading companies and colleagues underscore his impact on the 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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