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Gwangju, South Korea

Myung Wouk Kim

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1993-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Myung Wouk Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/myung-wouk-kim

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 66.7


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 147(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Seoul, KR (1993)
  • Seo-gu, KR (2005)
  • Kwangju, KR (2006 - 2007)
  • Kwangiu, KR (2007)
  • Gwangju, KR (2008)
  • Gwanglu, KR (2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2012

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8104853 - Refrigerator and method of manufacturing door thereof (2012-01-31),
2. 7322209 - Refrigerator (2008-01-29),
3. 7293847 - Cabinet for recessed refrigerators (2007-11-13),
4. 7188490 - Refrigerator (2007-03-13),
5. 7185509 - Refrigerator (2007-03-06),
6. 7036334 - Refrigerator having temperature controlled chamber (2006-05-02),
7. 6973802 - Ice supply device and refrigerator having the same (2005-12-13),
8. 5214936 - Cooling air supply device for a freezer compartment (1993-06-01),
9. 5177976 - Control apparatus for freezing chamber of a refrigerator (1993-01-12),

Title: Myung Wouk Kim: Innovator in Refrigeration Technology

Introduction

Myung Wouk Kim is a prominent inventor based in Kwangju, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of refrigeration technology, holding a total of nine patents. His innovative designs and methods have enhanced the functionality and efficiency of refrigerators.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a refrigerator and a method of manufacturing a door for the refrigerator. This invention includes a door frame with at least one opening, a front panel that can open or close the opening, and a rear panel that forms a foaming cavity. Additionally, it features a rack for receiving water bottles and a decorative member on the front panel. Another notable patent is for a refrigerator equipped with a machinery chamber door. This design allows for easy access to the machinery chamber, which is partitioned from the storage chamber, enhancing the overall user experience.

Career Highlights

Myung Wouk Kim is currently employed at Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leading company in the electronics industry. His work at Samsung has allowed him to collaborate with other talented professionals in the field, further advancing refrigeration technology.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Gi Joong Jeong and Ji Sick Hwang. Their collective efforts have contributed to the development of innovative refrigeration solutions.

Conclusion

Myung Wouk Kim's contributions to refrigeration technology through his patents and work at Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His inventions continue to influence the design and functionality of modern refrigerators.

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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