Sunwoong Ham

Title: Sunwoong Ham: Inventor of Side-Interaction Technologies

Introduction

Sunwoong Ham is an inventor based in Suwon-si, South Korea, whose work includes electronic-device features that use side-mounted sensors and actuators. He is associated with Samsung Electronics, and his listed portfolio includes 2 patents.

Latest Patents

Ham’s listed patents address camera control and event notifications through interactions with the side of an electronic device.

“Electronic Device Including Side Mounted Sensor and Method for Controlling Camera of the Electronic Device” describes a device with a camera, display, processor, memory, and a sensor positioned on its side. When a camera application is active, vertical and horizontal swipes on the sensor can control separate camera functions.

“Electronic Device and Method for Controlling Provision of Event Notification Based on User Input” concerns vibration feedback for incoming calls. The device can detect a designated touch on its side while providing call-related vibration, then stop the first vibration and activate a second actuator to provide different feedback.

Career Highlights

Ham’s listed inventions focus on making electronic devices responsive to touch and gesture inputs along their sides. These approaches connect physical interactions with camera controls and notification feedback.

Collaborations

Ham’s listed coworkers include Nahye Kim and Hyerim Kim. His work is associated with Samsung Electronics.

Conclusion

Sunwoong Ham’s listed patents highlight side-mounted sensing and vibration technologies that offer alternative ways to control camera functions and respond to incoming-call notifications.