Location History:
- Suwon-si, KR (2007)
- Yongin-si, KR (2010)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2007-2010
Title: Innovations of Seong-mo Hwang
Introduction
Seong-mo Hwang is a prominent inventor based in Suwon-si, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical communication and display technology. With a total of three patents to his name, Hwang's work has had a notable impact on the industry.
Latest Patents
Hwang's latest patents include an illuminating apparatus that features a plurality of polarization separating layers designed to face the reflective patterns of a polarization light guide plate unit. This illuminating apparatus provides polarized color light and is integral to a display apparatus. The system includes a light source, a polarization light guide plate unit that converts the polarization direction of emitted light into linearly polarized light, and a cholesteric liquid crystal color filter that selectively reflects light based on its polarized status and wavelength.
Another significant patent is a mode converter device utilizing omnidirectional reflectors. This mode converter is essential for optical communication, comprising a first waveguide and a second waveguide that is optically coupled to the first. The omnidirectional reflectors are positioned on either side of the first waveguide, ensuring minimal loss coupling between optical fibers or low index difference waveguides and high index contrast waveguides. This innovation achieves high, bi-directional optical coupling over a wide wavelength range with a straightforward manufacturing process.
Career Highlights
Seong-mo Hwang is currently employed at Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., where he continues to develop cutting-edge technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing optical communication systems and display technologies.
Collaborations
Hwang has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Young-Hun Kim and Seung-Ho Nam. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative technologies in their field.
Conclusion
Seong-mo Hwang's contributions to optical communication and display technology through his patents demonstrate his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His work continues to influence advancements in these critical areas of technology.