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Hsinchu, Taiwan

Yi-Wen Ku

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Epistar Corporation. Active years: 2011-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yi-Wen Ku. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yi-wen-ku

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 93.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 92(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tainan, TW (2013)
  • Hsinchu, TW (2011 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 1,234 
 
Epistar Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2025

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12237437 - Light-emitting device and manufacturing method thereof (2025-02-25),
2. 11282982 - Light-emitting device and manufacturing method thereof (2022-03-22),
3. 10658544 - Light-emitting devices (2020-05-19),
4. 10304999 - Light-emitting devices (2019-05-28),
5. 9876138 - Light-emitting devices (2018-01-23),
6. 9472725 - Light-emitting devices (2016-10-18),
7. 9276173 - Light-emitting device (2016-03-01),
8. 9159881 - Light-emitting device (2015-10-13),
9. 9048379 - Light-emitting devices (2015-06-02),
10. 9035329 - Light-emitting device (2015-05-19),
11. 8823039 - Light-emitting device (2014-09-02),
12. 8598614 - Light-emitting devices (2013-12-03),
13. D687396 - Light-emitting diode array (2013-08-06),
14. 8188505 - Light-emitting device (2012-05-29),
15. 8076686 - Light emitting diode and manufacturing method thereof (2011-12-13),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Yi-Wen Ku

Introduction

Yi-Wen Ku is a prominent inventor based in Hsinchu, Taiwan. He has made significant contributions to the field of light-emitting devices, holding a total of 15 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing technology in this area, particularly through innovative manufacturing methods.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a light-emitting device and its manufacturing method. This invention features a light-emitting package that includes a housing with an opening, a lead frame covered by the housing, and a light-emitting device mounted in the opening. The light-emitting device consists of a substrate with a base and a plurality of protrusions made from different materials. Additionally, a semiconductor stack is positioned on the main surface, with an obtuse angle between the side wall and the main surface. The design ensures that the main surface has a peripheral area devoid of protrusions, enhancing the device's efficiency.

Career Highlights

Yi-Wen Ku is currently employed at Epistar Corporation, a leading company in the field of optoelectronics. His work at Epistar has allowed him to focus on developing advanced light-emitting technologies that have wide-ranging applications.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Chao-Hsing Chen and Chien-Fu Shen, who have collaborated with him on various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Yi-Wen Ku's innovative work in light-emitting devices has made a significant impact on the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology and improving manufacturing methods. His contributions continue to influence the field and inspire future innovations.

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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