logo

For the Inventor, By the Inventor

Suwon, South Korea

Seok Hwan Kim

This inventor holds 45 USPTO granted patents and 17 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Camera Technology. Top assignees: Hyundai Motor Company, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2004-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Seok Hwan Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/seok-hwan-kim

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 45 

% Patents Active = 88.9


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 103(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kyungki-Do, KR (2004)
  • Ulsan Metropolitan, KR (2006)
  • Gunpo, KR (2006)
  • Hwaseong-si, KR (2008)
  • Gunpo-si, KR (2010 - 2011)
  • Gyeonggi-do, KR (2012 - 2017)
  • Seoul, KR (2014 - 2023)
  • Suwon-si, KR (2014 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 20,267 
 
Hyundai Motor Company
 patents
silverMedal9 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal8 out of 7,633 
 
Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd.
 patents
4. 6 out of 8,094 
 
Kia Motors Corporation
 patents
5. 5 out of 5,750 
 
Kia Corporation
 patents
6. 3 out of 2,248 
 
Korea Institute of Science and Technology
 patents
7. 3 out of 301 
 
Samsung Electro-Mechanics
 patents
8. 2 out of 54 
 
Inha University Research and Business Foundation
 patents
9. 1 out of 29 
 
Daechang Seat Co.,ltd-Dongtan
 patents
10. 1 out of 9 
 
Daewon Precision Industrial Co., Ltd
 patents
11. 1 out of 4 
 
Daewon Precision Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents
12. 1 out of 1 
 
Dayou A-Tech Co., Ltd.
 patent
13. 1 out of 10 
 
Hanwha Advanced Materials Corporation
 patents
14. 1 out of 4 
 
Honam Petrochemical Corporation
 patents
15. 1 out of 232 
 
Hyundai Transys Incorporated
 patents
16. 1 out of 4 
 
Irevo, Inc.
 patents
17. 1 out of 169 
 
Lotte Chemical Corporation
 patents
18. 1 out of 1,779 
 
Seoul National University
 patents
19. 1 out of 40 
 
Woobo Tech Co., Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2004-2026

Loading Chart...
Loading Chart...
Areas of Expertise:
Camera Module
Semiconductor Package
Automotive Seat
Power Supply Device
Optical Assembly
Retina Imaging
Folding Seat Device
Polyurethane Compositions
Conductive Adhesive
Dummy System
Phase-Locked Loop
Transparent Composite
45 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12728769 - Seat mounting device for vehicle (2026-09-08),
2. 12713118 - LENS MODULE AND CAMERA MODULE INCLUDING SAME (2026-08-18),
3. 12699247 - Lens driving apparatus and camera module including the same (2026-08-04),
4. 12674952 - Lens assembly (2026-07-07),
5. 12422642 - Camera module (2025-09-23),
6. 12415446 - Tether anchor of seatback of vehicle seat (2025-09-16),
7. 12275361 - Seat power supply device for vehicle and power supply method using the same (2025-04-14),
8. 12063428 - Camera module (2024-08-13),
9. 12013550 - Aperture module and camera module (2024-06-18),
10. 11936969 - Camera module (2024-03-19),
11. 11850977 - Device for folding seat (2023-12-26),
12. 11827126 - Power supply and signal transmission device for vehicle seat rail (2023-11-28),
13. 11744461 - Retina imaging method and device, and retina and optic nerve function evaluation system (2023-09-05),
14. 11742308 - Semiconductor package for reducing stress to redistribution via (2023-08-29),
15. 11683569 - Optical assembly (2023-06-20),

Title: Innovations by Seok Hwan Kim: A Spotlight on His Patents

Introduction

Seok Hwan Kim, located in Suwon-si, South Korea, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 38 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in camera technology, making notable contributions to the field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Seok Hwan Kim has developed a camera module that encompasses a lens barrel housing at least one lens, combined with a lens holder that stabilizes the lens barrel. This unique design features a coupling protrusion and a coupling groove, improving the assembly and optical stability. Additionally, he has designed an aperture module with a rotating plate and blades, allowing for dynamic adjustment of incident hole sizes to optimize image capture.

Career Highlights

Seok Hwan Kim has built his career at reputable companies, including Hyundai Motor Company and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Through these roles, he has sharpened his innovative skills and expanded his technical expertise in the field of imaging.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Seok Hwan Kim has collaborated with talented individuals, including Han Bit Kim and Kyung Moon Jung. Their collective efforts have likely fueled the innovative insights that have led to the successful patents under his name.

Conclusion

Seok Hwan Kim has significantly impacted the camera technology landscape with his innovative patents. His contributions continue to shape the future of imaging technology, underscoring the importance of creativity and collaboration in the field of invention.

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]
Loading…