Tae-youn Heor

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2006-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tae-youn Heor. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tae-youn-heor

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 15.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 16(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Gyeonggi-do, KR (2006 - 2010)
Suwon-si, KR (2008 - 2011)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 132,108

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

patents

1 out of 7,633

Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2011

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7881168 - Optical pick-up apparatus for multi recording/reproducing (2011-02-01),

2. 7804747 - Optical pickup which is compatible with multiple types of media (2010-09-28),

3. 7715297 - Optical pickup apparatus and method to reproduce information onto and from discs having different thicknesses and storage capacities (2010-05-11),

4. 7668049 - Optical pickup actuator and optical recording/reproducing apparatus (2010-02-23),

5. 7643386 - Optical pickup actuator and optical recording and/or reproducing apparatus (2010-01-05),

6. 7606135 - Optical recording/reproducing apparatus capable of recording/reproducing information onto/from various types of optical recording media of different recording densities and different thicknesses (2009-10-20),

7. 7561498 - Optical pickup actuator having aberration correcting mechanism and method of assembling the same (2009-07-14),

8. 7505390 - Compatible optical pickup (2009-03-17),

9. 7450487 - Optical pickup apparatus (2008-11-11),

10. 7369467 - Optical pickup including polarization holographic optical element and photodetector (2008-05-06),

11. 7345981 - Optical pickup (2008-03-18),

12. 7254098 - CD-DVD compatible optical pickup and optical recording and/or reproducing apparatus using the same (2007-08-07),

13. 7092325 - Method of arranging optical pickup system and optical recording and/or reproducing apparatus having the arranged optical pickup system (2006-08-15),

Title: Tae-youn Heor: Innovator in Optical Pickup Technology

Introduction

Tae-youn Heor is a prominent inventor based in Suwon-si, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical pickup technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His work focuses on developing advanced optical systems that enhance the recording and reproduction of information across various media formats.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is an optical pick-up apparatus designed for multi recording and reproducing. This innovative apparatus allows for the recording and reproduction of information on recording media with different formats. It features a dual wavelength laser diode and a hologram module that splits incoming light into multiple beams. The photo-detector then receives the reflected light beams to generate focus and tracking error signals, enabling efficient operation even at high temperatures.

Another notable patent is for a compatible optical pickup that works with various types of optical discs, including advanced optical discs (AODs), Blu-ray discs (BDs), digital versatile discs (DVDs), and compact discs (CDs). This optical pickup includes multiple light source units and objective lenses tailored for different media types, ensuring versatility and high performance in data retrieval.

Career Highlights

Tae-youn Heor has worked with leading companies in the technology sector, including Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electro-mechanics Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in optical technology.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Bong-gi Kim and Soo-han Park, further enhancing the innovative projects he has been involved in.

Conclusion

Tae-youn Heor's contributions to optical pickup technology have significantly impacted the way information is recorded and reproduced across various media formats. His innovative patents and career achievements highlight his role as a leading inventor in this field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]