Sun Jung Kim

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 10 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Semiconductor Technology. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Lg Electronics Inc., Lg Innotek Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2010-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sun Jung Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sun-jung-kim

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 (Patent Applications = 10)

% Patents Active = 100.0

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.6

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 40(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Yongin-si, KR (2016 - 2017)
Suwon-si, KR (2010 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 138,671

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Nanowires

Semiconductor Devices

Image Sensors

LED Designs

Fabrication Processes

Substrate Processing

Vertical Topology

Current Distribution

18 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12206026 - Semiconductor device including multi-thickness nanowires (2025-01-21),

2. 11821106 - Semiconductor process chamber including lower volume upper dome (2023-11-21),

3. 11682735 - Semiconductor device including nanowires having multi-thickness regions (2023-06-20),

4. 11004985 - Semiconductor device having multi-thickness nanowire (2021-05-11),

5. 10790133 - Precleaning apparatus and substrate processing system (2020-09-29),

6. 10693017 - Semiconductor device having a multi-thickness nanowire (2020-06-23),

7. 10504992 - Semiconductor device and method for fabricating the same (2019-12-10),

8. 10319863 - Semiconductor device having a varying thickness nanowire channel and method for fabricating the same (2019-06-11),

9. 10128112 - Method of fabricating semiconductor device (2018-11-13),

10. 10084049 - Semiconductor device (2018-09-25),

11. 9819891 - Image sensor for distributing output peak current and image processing system including the same (2017-11-14),

12. 9818824 - Semiconductor substrate and semiconductor device including the same (2017-11-14),

13. 9530936 - Light emitting diode having vertical topology and method of making the same (2016-12-27),

14. 9462199 - Image sensors, image processing systems including same, and methods of operating the same (2016-10-04),

15. 8624288 - Light emitting diode having vertical topology and method of making the same (2014-01-07),

Title: Innovations of Inventor Sun Jung Kim

Introduction

Sun Jung Kim is a prominent inventor based in Suwon-si, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, holding a total of 18 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of semiconductor devices.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a semiconductor device that includes multi-thickness nanowires. This innovative device features a drain, a source, a gate electrode, and a nanowire positioned between the source and drain. The nanowire consists of a first section with a first thickness and a second section with a greater thickness. The second section is strategically placed between the first section and at least one of the source or drain, allowing the first nanowire to function as a channel when a voltage is applied to the gate electrode. Another notable patent is for a semiconductor process chamber that includes a lower volume upper dome. This chamber comprises a susceptor, a base plate surrounding the susceptor, a liner on the inner sidewall of the base plate, and a preheat ring that is coplanar with the susceptor. The upper dome of the chamber is designed to cover the upper surface of the susceptor and includes multiple sections that enhance its functionality.

Career Highlights

Sun Jung Kim has worked with leading companies in the electronics industry, including Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and LG Electronics Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in semiconductor technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Sun Jung Kim has collaborated with talented individuals such as Seung Hun Lee and Dong Woo Kim. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Sun Jung Kim's contributions to semiconductor technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His innovative work continues to influence advancements in the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.