Sung-Soo Chi

This inventor holds 29 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications, primarily in Semiconductor Memory Device. Top assignees: Skhynix Inc., Hynix Semiconductor Inc.. Active years: 2009-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sung-Soo Chi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sung-soo-chi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 29 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 89.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 118(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kyoungki-do, KR (2009 - 2011)
Ichon, KR (2012)
Gyeonggi-do, KR (2011 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

Hynix Semiconductor Inc.

patents

Years Active: 2009-2019

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Areas of Expertise:

Memory Device

Data Error Correction

Semiconductor Memory

Integrated Circuit

Refresh Operation

Power Consumption

Test Method

Latch Circuit

Redundancy Circuit

Dummy Cell Region

Voltage Generator

Word Line Driver

29 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10497421 - Memory device (2019-12-03),

2. 10229752 - Memory device correcting data error of weak cell (2019-03-12),

3. 10054634 - Test device (2018-08-21),

4. 10032503 - Semiconductor memory device performing refresh operation based on weak cell information stored in memory array region and operating method thereof (2018-07-24),

5. 9847107 - Electronic device and system that initializes logic circuits at different times by sequentially delaying a power up signal to a plurality of internal circuit blocks (2017-12-19),

6. 9680451 - Integrated circuit (2017-06-13),

7. 9672889 - Semiconductor memory device and refresh control method thereof (2017-06-06),

8. 9647652 - Semiconductor device (2017-05-09),

9. 9607718 - Semiconductor memory device and test operation method thereof (2017-03-28),

10. 9478265 - Semiconductor memory device (2016-10-25),

11. 9472251 - Semiconductor device having dummy cell region that are symmetrically disposed about peripheral region (2016-10-18),

12. 9397640 - Latch circuit and semiconductor device including the same (2016-07-19),

13. 9385716 - Semiconductor device (2016-07-05),

14. 9384805 - Semiconductor memory device, semiconductor system and test method thereof (2016-07-05),

15. 9379689 - Integrated circuit (2016-06-28),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Sung-Soo Chi

Introduction: Sung-Soo Chi, based in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, is a renowned inventor with an impressive portfolio of 29 patents. His contributions to the field of memory devices have significantly advanced data storage technology.

Latest Patents: Sung-Soo Chi's latest innovations include two groundbreaking patents aimed at enhancing memory device reliability and performance. The first patent describes a memory device featuring multiple memory cells, a weak address storage block for weak cells with shorter data retention times, a refresh counter for generating counting addresses, and an address selection block. This design ensures that weak addresses are selected over a predetermined period when specific conditions are met, optimizing the refresh process. His second patent focuses on correcting data errors in weak cells. This invention incorporates a weak cell information storage unit for tracking weak addresses and parity information, an Error Correction Code (ECC) circuit for detecting and fixing errors, and a refresh control unit to manage the refreshing cycles of memory cells effectively.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Sung-Soo Chi has made significant strides while working with prominent companies in the semiconductor industry, including SK hynix Inc. and Hynix Semiconductor Inc. His dedication to innovation has propelled advancements in memory technologies.

Collaborations: Sung-Soo Chi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Sung-Yub Lee and Young-Sik Heo. These partnerships have been instrumental in driving innovative projects and furthering research in memory device technologies.

Conclusion: Sung-Soo Chi's remarkable achievements and continuous innovations in memory device technology have solidified his reputation as a leading inventor. His patents not only demonstrate his depth of knowledge in the field but also his commitment to enhancing the performance and reliability of memory devices, influencing the future of data storage.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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