Sun-il Lee

This inventor holds 81 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Image Encoding (CPC class H04N19-176). Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Yonsei University, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. Active years: 2012-2025.

USPTO Granted Patents = 81 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 93.8

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.7

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 312(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 289(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Yongin-si, KR (2012 - 2023)
Seoul, KR (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

80 out of 132,107

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

patents

4. 1 out of 1,346

Sungkyunkwan University

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where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2012-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Encoding

Video Decoding

Motion Vector

High-Precision Skip Encoding

Intra Prediction

Artifact Reduction

Split Order

Deblocking Filtering

Block Merging

Video Processing

Atypical Split

Signaling SAO Parameter

81 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12309376 - Method and device for encoding intra prediction mode for image prediction unit, and method and device for decoding intra prediction mode for image prediction unit (2025-05-20),

2. 12155831 - Image encoding method and apparatus, and image decoding method and apparatus (2024-11-26),

3. 12052435 - Video encoding device and video decoding device using high-precision skip encoding and method thereof (2024-07-30),

4. 12047569 - Encoding method and apparatus therefor, and decoding method and apparatus therefor (2024-07-23),

5. 12034924 - Encoding method and apparatus therefor, and decoding method and apparatus therefor (2024-07-09),

6. 12028518 - Encoding method and apparatus therefor, and decoding method and apparatus therefor (2024-07-02),

7. 12022071 - Encoding method and apparatus therefor, and decoding method and apparatus therefor (2024-06-25),

8. 11831904 - Method and device for encoding/decoding motion vector (2023-11-28),

9. 11818389 - Method and device for encoding/decoding motion vector (2023-11-14),

10. 11818388 - Method and device for encoding/decoding motion vector (2023-11-14),

11. 11818387 - Method and device for encoding/decoding motion vector (2023-11-14),

12. 11758138 - Image encoding method and apparatus, and image decoding method and apparatus (2023-09-12),

13. 11523130 - Video encoding device and video decoding device using high-precision skip encoding and method thereof (2022-12-06),

14. 11509926 - Video encoding device and video decoding device using high-precision skip encoding and method thereof (2022-11-22),

15. 11509899 - Method and device for encoding intra prediction mode for image prediction unit, and method and device for decoding intra prediction mode for image prediction unit (2022-11-22),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Sun-il Lee

Introduction: Sun-il Lee, a visionary inventor hailing from Yongin-si, South Korea, has made significant contributions to the field of technology with his groundbreaking inventions.

Latest Patents: Sun-il Lee holds several patents in the realm of electronics and telecommunications, showcasing his continuous dedication to innovation and creativity.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, Sun-il Lee has been recognized for his pioneering work in developing cutting-edge technologies that have revolutionized the industry. His commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible has led to numerous breakthroughs.

Collaborations: Sun-il Lee has collaborated with leading tech companies and research institutions to further his inventions and bring them to the market. His ability to work effectively in teams has been instrumental in the success of his projects.

Conclusion: Sun-il Lee's passion for innovation, coupled with his technical expertise, has solidified his position as a trailblazer in the world of technology. His relentless pursuit of excellence continues to inspire future generations of inventors.