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Suwon, South Korea

Yang-Wan Kim

This inventor holds 87 USPTO granted patents and 11 published patent applications and 11 EPO patents, primarily in Flexible Display Technology (CPC class H01L27-3276). Top assignees: Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Samsung Mobile Display Co., Ltd., Samsung Sdi Co., Inc.. Active years: 2008-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yang-Wan Kim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yang-wan-kim-nnp22dkq

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 87 

% Patents Active = 94.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 894(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 806(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Seoul, KR (2008)
  • Youngin-si, KR (2011)
  • Suwon-si, KR (2008 - 2016)
  • Yongin, KR (2011 - 2018)
  • Hwaseong-si, KR (2019)
  • Yongin-si, KR (2012 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal63 out of 27,288 
 
Samsung Display Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal20 out of 1,219 
 
Samsung Mobile Display Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 7,663 
 
Samsung Sdi Co., Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2008-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Flexible Display Panel
Organic Light-Emitting Display
Manufacturing Method
Display Apparatus
Curved Display Surface
Driving Method
Pixel Control
Dead Space Reduction
Color Variation
Data Line Initialization
Shield Layer
87 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12306670 - Flexible display panel having four non-display regions outside a display region and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2025-05-20),
2. 12245472 - Display device and method of manufacturing the same (2025-03-04),
3. 11822389 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2023-11-21),
4. 11803210 - Flexible display panel having bent non-display regions and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2023-10-31),
5. 11526042 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2022-12-13),
6. 11296175 - Organic light-emitting display apparatus and manufacturing method thereof (2022-04-05),
7. 11169570 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2021-11-09),
8. 11073708 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2021-07-27),
9. 11024804 - Display device and method of manufacturing the same (2021-06-01),
10. 10983564 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2021-04-20),
11. 10578897 - Flexible display panel including a curved display surface and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2020-03-03),
12. 10528084 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2020-01-07),
13. 10496133 - Flexible display panel and display apparatus including the flexible display panel (2019-12-03),
14. 10454030 - Display device and method of manufacturing the same (2019-10-22),
15. 10431644 - Organic light-emitting display apparatus and manufacturing method thereof (2019-10-01),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Yang-Wan Kim

Introduction

Yang-Wan Kim, based in Suwon-si, South Korea, is a remarkable inventor with an impressive portfolio of 85 patents to his name. His contributions primarily focus on advancements in display technology, particularly in flexible display panels.

Latest Patents

Among Yang-Wan Kim’s noteworthy recent innovations is a flexible display panel and display apparatus that incorporates a flexible substrate. This substrate consists of a first region, second regions with curved surfaces extending from the first region, and a third region that is folded towards the second regions. The design features a first display region in the first region and a second display region in the second regions. Additionally, it includes several non-display regions, with at least one located in the third region of the flexible substrate, all encapsulated to enhance functionality. Another recent patent is for a flexible display panel having bent non-display regions, which details structures including touch regions and a flexible encapsulation member, showcasing Kim's relentless innovation in display technology.

Career Highlights

Yang-Wan Kim has demonstrated a significant career marked by his engineering prowess at prominent companies, specifically Samsung Display Co., Ltd. and Samsung Mobile Display Co., Ltd. His work within these firms has led to groundbreaking advancements in the flexible display technology that is vital for smartphones and other electronic devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yang-Wan Kim collaborated with talented professionals, including Won-Kyu Kwak and Dong-Un Jin. These collaborations have likely contributed to his successful patent portfolio and the elevation of flexible display technology.

Conclusion

Yang-Wan Kim’s continuous innovation in the realm of flexible display technology underscores his position as a leading inventor in this field. His numerous patents reflect his dedication and influence, paving the way for future advancements in display applications across various industries.

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]
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