Minwoo Lee

This inventor holds 69 USPTO granted patents and 40 published patent applications and 25 EPO patents, primarily in Display Technology. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Lg Electronics Inc., Hyundai Motor Company. Active years: 2012-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 69 (Patent Applications = 40)

% Patents Active = 92.8

EPO Patents = 25 (Patent Applications = 43)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 119(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 89(Dec 10, 2025)

Location History:

Gwangju, KR (2017)
Yongin-si, KR (2012 - 2020)
Gyeonggi-do, KR (2016 - 2023)
Seoul, KR (2016 - 2024)
Suwon-si, KR (2019 - 2024)
Whasung-Si, KR (2024)

Company Filing History:

33 out of 132,107

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Hyundai Motor Company

patents

4. 4 out of 27,287

Samsung Display Co., Ltd.

1St Biotherapeutics, Inc.

patents

7. 1 out of 1

Han Technology Co., Ltd

patent

8. 1 out of 8,093

Kia Motors Corporation

Samsung Life Public Welfare Foundation

patents

11. 1 out of 263

The Green Cross Corporation

patents

12. 1 out of 650

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

14. 1 out of 834,307

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2012-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Display Device

Micro-LED Display

Flicker Reduction

Electronic Device

Camera Operation

Antenna

Robot Vacuum

Hybrid Electric Vehicle

Brightness Configuration

Refresh Rate Adjustment

Scanning Rates

Seamless Screen Display

69 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12684923 - Transfer substrate used for manufacturing display device, display device, and method for manufacturing display device (2026-07-14),

2. 12672748 - Robot cleaner (2026-07-07),

3. 12581780 - Display device (2026-03-17),

4. 12557958 - Robot cleaner (2026-02-24),

5. 12556310 - Vehicle and method for preventing communication collisions between communication terminals provided in a vehicle (2026-02-17),

6. 12543412 - Semiconductor light emitting device for display pixel and display device including the same (2026-02-03),

7. 12506279 - Electronic apparatus comprising antenna (2025-12-23),

8. 12483798 - Electronic device including camera and operation method of electronic device (2025-11-25),

9. 12464060 - Antenna and electronic device including same (2025-11-04),

10. 12451083 - Electronic device and control method thereof (2025-10-21),

11. 12397670 - Method for control dual batteries in hybrid electric vehicle (2025-08-26),

12. 12396612 - Robot vacuum (2025-08-26),

13. 12361893 - Electronic device for displaying content on basis of plurality of scanning rates and operating method therefor (2025-07-15),

14. 12327822 - Micro-LED display device including holes and wires configured to improve assembling efficiency (2025-06-10),

15. 12322320 - Seamless screen display during expansion or reduction of a flexible display of an electronic device (2025-06-03),

Title: Minwoo Lee: Pioneering Innovator in Semiconductor Technology

Introduction

Minwoo Lee, based in Seoul, South Korea, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 52 patents. His contributions to semiconductor technology and electronic devices have positioned him as a significant figure in the field of innovation.

Latest Patents

Minwoo Lee's latest patents include groundbreaking methods in semiconductor device manufacturing. One of his notable patents outlines a method where a first insulation layer and a first sacrificial layer are alternately and repeatedly formed on a substrate to create a mold layer. This process includes the formation of a sacrificial layer structure with an etch stop layer and a second sacrificial layer, culminating in the innovative creation of a memory channel structure. Additionally, he developed an electronic device designed to drive multiple display areas of a display at varying frequencies, optimizing performance for different applications.

Career Highlights

Lee has significantly contributed to major technology companies, including Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and LG Electronics Inc. His work in these organizations has driven advancements in semiconductor technologies and display solutions, establishing him as a leading figure in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Minwoo Lee has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Jaewon Jang and Juseok Lee. These collaborations have furthered the development of cutting-edge technologies and have fostered an innovative atmosphere conducive to research and development.

Conclusion

Minwoo Lee's extensive patent portfolio and collaborative efforts underscore his commitment to technological advancement. His contributions have not only shaped the semiconductor and electronics industries but also continue to inspire future innovations.