Location History:
- Daejeon, KR (2011)
- Gyeonggi-do, KR (2012)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2011-2012
Title: Innovations of Shin-Kun Lee
Introduction
Shin-Kun Lee is a notable inventor based in Daejeon, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of energy research, particularly in the development of heating devices for internal combustion engines and microchannel heaters. With a total of 3 patents, his work focuses on enhancing efficiency and durability in energy systems.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is a heating device for exhaust gas in internal combustion engines. This invention relates to a device that operates using various fuels, including LPG, LNG, and biodiesel. The device features a catalyst reactor reformer and an exhaust gas suction section, which utilizes oxygen from the exhaust gas. This innovation aims to secure the durability of the heating device while minimizing external air supply, thus reducing carbon depositions.
Another significant patent is the microchannel heater for even heating. This heater incorporates microchannels for uniform heating and consists of an upper plate with inlets for the material to be heated, fuel, and oxidant. The lower plate features outlets for heated material and exhaust gas. The design includes alternating layers of combustion thin plates and heat transfer thin plates, each equipped with specific inlets and outlets to optimize heating efficiency.
Career Highlights
Shin-Kun Lee is affiliated with the Korea Institute of Energy Research, where he continues to innovate in energy technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing methods for efficient energy use and reducing emissions in combustion processes.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Jong-Soo Park and Wang-lai Yoon, contributing to various projects aimed at improving energy systems.
Conclusion
Shin-Kun Lee's inventions reflect a commitment to enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. His patents demonstrate innovative approaches to heating technologies that could have a lasting impact on the energy sector.