This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Fairchild Korea Semiconductor Ltd., Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation. Active years: 2011-2015.
Location History:
- Bucheon, KR (2011)
- Chungnam, KR (2015)
Company Filing History:
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Years Active: 2011-2015
Title: Myungbok Kim: Innovator in Power Conversion Technologies
Introduction
Myungbok Kim is a notable inventor based in Chungnam, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of power conversion technologies, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative approach to electrical engineering.
Latest Patents
His latest patents include an inverter and driving method thereof. This invention discloses an inverter that comprises an active clamp forward (ACF) converter and a flyback converter. The inverter is designed to select between a forwarding operation, which delivers current from the primary side to the secondary side using the ACF converter, and a backwarding operation, which delivers current from the secondary side to the primary side using the flyback converter to generate a rectified AC. Another significant patent involves direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) generation. In this embodiment, a power converter system is described, which includes an input terminal that connects to a DC power source and an output terminal for providing output voltage. The active clamped forward converter facilitates forward power flow from the DC power source to the output terminal, while the flyback converter enables backward power flow from the output terminal to the DC power source. Together, these components generate a rectified sinusoidal waveform at the output terminal.
Career Highlights
Myungbok Kim has worked with prominent companies in the semiconductor industry, including Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation and Fairchild Korea Semiconductor Ltd. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in power conversion technologies.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Myungbok Kim has collaborated with talented individuals such as Sampat Shekhawat and Donghye Cho. These collaborations have likely enriched his work and led to innovative solutions in his field.
Conclusion
Myungbok Kim's contributions to power conversion technologies through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor in the industry. His work continues to impact the field of electrical engineering significantly.