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Seoul, South Korea

Seok Lee

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Data Storage Systems. Top assignees: Skhynix Inc., Hynix Semiconductor Inc., Lg Electronics Inc.. Active years: 2006-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Seok Lee. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/seok-lee-7cbaxohg

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 21 

% Patents Active = 71.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.2

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 36(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Seoul, KR (2006 - 2022)
  • Gyeonggi-do, KR (2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 11,659 
 
Skhynix Inc.
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 6,228 
 
Hynix Semiconductor Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 51,830 
 
Lg Electronics Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 386 
 
Ajou University Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation
 patents

Years Active: 2006-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Memory Controller
Data Storage Device
Operating Method
High Voltage Circuit
Non-Volatile Memory
Data Processing System
IPTV Receiver
Mobile Communication
Voltage Generator
Oscillator Circuit
Performance Booster
Storage System
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12353328 - Memory controller performing a data dump operation from source memory to target memory and operating method thereof (2025-07-08),
2. 11455249 - Storage device for performing dump operation, method of operating storage device, computing system including storage device and host device for controlling storage device, and method of operating computing system (2022-09-27),
3. 11449422 - Memory controller and operating method thereof (2022-09-20),
4. 11449417 - Memory controller performing host-aware performance booster mode and method of operating the same (2022-09-20),
5. 11449277 - Memory controller and method of operating the same (2022-09-20),
6. 11429530 - Data storage device and operating method thereof (2022-08-30),
7. 11314638 - Data storage device, operating method thereof and storage system using the same (2022-04-26),
8. 11157214 - Controller, memory system and operating method thereof (2021-10-26),
9. 11144460 - Data storage device, data processing system, and operating method of data storage device (2021-10-12),
10. 11132603 - Method and apparatus for generating one class model based on data frequency (2021-09-28),
11. 11036632 - Memory controller and operating method thereof (2021-06-15),
12. 9232286 - IPTV receiver and method for controlling an application in the IPTV receiver (2016-01-05),
13. 8306404 - Mobile communication terminal and operation control method thereof (2012-11-06),
14. 8239906 - IPTV receiver and a method of managing video functionality and video quality on a screen in the IPTV receiver (2012-08-07),
15. 7936154 - Regulator and high voltage generator (2011-05-03),

Title: **Seok Lee: Innovator in Storage Device Technology**

Introduction

Seok Lee, a prolific inventor based in Seoul, South Korea, holds an impressive portfolio of 20 patents. His innovative contributions primarily revolve around advancements in storage device technology, showcasing his expertise in enhancing efficiency and performance in computing systems.

Latest Patents

Seok Lee's recent inventions include a range of sophisticated technologies aimed at improving storage devices. Notable among these is a **storage device for performing dump operation** alongside a method for operating such a device. He has also developed a **computing system that incorporates both the storage device and a host device for controlling the storage operations**. Furthermore, Lee's innovations encompass a **memory controller that enhances performance by utilizing a host-aware performance booster mode**, which operates through smart management of logical block addresses to improve data handling efficiency.

Career Highlights

Lee's career has been significantly shaped by his roles in renowned companies such as SK Hynix Inc. and Hynix Semiconductor Inc. His work in these organizations has underscored his commitment to advancing memory technology and has propelled him to the forefront of semiconductor research and development.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Seok Lee has collaborated with fellow innovators like Kyung Ho Kim and Jong Yeul Suh. Their combined expertise has likely contributed to the successful development and filing of multiple patents, positioning them as key players in the field of storage technology.

Conclusion

Seok Lee's contributions to the realm of storage devices exemplify the spirit of innovation. With a solid foundation of patents and a collaborative work ethic, he continues to influence the technology landscape, driving advancements that shape the future of computing systems. Lee's ongoing work is a testament to the critical role that inventors play in fostering technological progress.

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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