Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea

Tae Ho Kim

This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Industry-University Cooperation Foundation Sunmoon University. Active years: 2015-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tae Ho Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tae-ho-kim-psn8lzsh

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 3 

% Patents Active = 66.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 1(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Cheonan-si, KR (2015)
  • Chungcheongnam-do, KR (2018 - 2019)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2015-2019

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3 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Tae Ho Kim

Introduction

Tae Ho Kim is a notable inventor based in Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of low-friction materials, holding a total of 3 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the performance of lubricants and reducing friction in various applications.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Low friction member having seaweed-type nanotubes and method for producing same." This invention relates to a low-friction member that incorporates nanotubes resembling seaweed, which are strategically concentrated in the direction of movement. This design improves the fluidity of liquid lubricants, effectively reducing surface friction. The invention includes a base material with dimples to minimize friction, a fixing material within the dimples, and nanotubes that protrude from the fixing material, enhancing lubricant performance.

Another significant patent is "Low-friction member imitating shark skin and manufacturing method therefor." This invention mimics the structure of shark skin, utilizing riblets formed by layering composite particles. The low-friction member exhibits excellent characteristics due to the arrangement of spherical metal lubricating particles that connect the base plate and the plate-shaped particles. This innovative design aims to improve the efficiency of low-friction applications.

Career Highlights

Tae Ho Kim is affiliated with the Industry-University Cooperation Foundation at Sunmoon University. His work in this institution has allowed him to explore and develop innovative solutions in material science and engineering.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Soo Wohn Lee and Seung Ho Kim, contributing to advancements in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Tae Ho Kim's innovative patents and contributions to low-friction materials highlight his role as a significant inventor in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in lubrication technology and material science.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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