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Seoul, South Korea

Yo Han Lee

This inventor holds 49 USPTO granted patents and 12 published patent applications and 18 EPO patents, primarily in Display Technology. Top assignees: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Lg Electronics Inc.. Active years: 2004-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yo Han Lee. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yo-han-lee-xx2p4oz9

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 49 

% Patents Active = 83.7

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 304(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Seoul-si, KR (2004)
  • Suwon-si, KR (2020)
  • Asan-si, KR (2020)
  • Incheon, KR (2020)
  • Seoul, KR (2005 - 2022)
  • Gyeonggi-Do, KR (2015 - 2022)
  • Seongnam-si, KR (2017 - 2022)
  • Yongin-si, KR (2021 - 2024)
  • Hwaseong-si, KR (2023 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal31 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal13 out of 27,288 
 
Samsung Display Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 51,857 
 
Lg Electronics Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 1 
 
Crepas Technologies Co., Ltd.
 patent
5. 1 out of 20,375 
 
Hyundai Motor Company
 patents
6. 1 out of 8,094 
 
Kia Motors Corporation
 patents
7. 1 out of 1,364 
 
Sungkyunkwan University
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2004-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Display Device
Image Processing
Driving Method
Fingerprint Recognition
Curved Display
Electronic Apparatus
Liquid Crystal Display
Payment Processing
Force Sensor
Omnidirectional Image
Burn-In Prevention
Partial Image Data
49 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12476233 - Display device (2025-11-18),
2. 12166157 - Display device and method for manufacturing same (2024-12-10),
3. 12165576 - Pixel, display device having same and driving method thereof (2024-12-10),
4. 12080693 - Display device including different alignment wirings in different alignment areas and method of manufacturing the same (2024-09-03),
5. 12074171 - Display device having an intermediate electrode between sub-areas and connected to electrodes of the subareas (2024-08-27),
6. 12051716 - Display device and manufacturing method therefor (2024-07-30),
7. 11922839 - Display device and operating method therefor (2024-03-05),
8. 11783764 - Pixel, display device having same and driving method thereof (2023-10-10),
9. 11688314 - Pixel and display device comprising same (2023-06-27),
10. 11594171 - Display device and method for manufacturing same (2023-02-28),
11. 11488520 - Pixel, display device having same and driving method thereof (2022-11-01),
12. 11467680 - Electronic apparatus employing full front screen (2022-10-11),
13. 11410454 - Electronic device for recognizing fingerprint using display (2022-08-09),
14. 11335239 - Method for processing image and electronic device supporting the same (2022-05-17),
15. 11302258 - Method for operating electronic device and electronic device for supporting the same (2022-04-12),

Title: Innovator Spotlight: Yo Han Lee

Introduction: Yo Han Lee is a prominent inventor based in Seoul, South Korea, known for his significant contributions to the field of display technologies. With an impressive portfolio of 48 patents, Lee has dedicated his career to advancing innovations in display devices.

Latest Patents: Among his latest patents is a groundbreaking display device and method for manufacturing the same. This device features a substrate with both display and non-display areas, incorporating at least one pixel that includes an emission area to emit light. The design includes sub-electrodes and branch electrodes that enhance light emission efficiency. Another notable patent focuses on a complex pixel design featuring dual light sources, each utilizing light-emitting elements controlled by a sophisticated driving-current generator and switching units, optimizing the functionality of modern display technologies.

Career Highlights: Yo Han Lee's professional journey includes considerable tenures at leading companies such as Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Display Co., Ltd. His work at these firms has been instrumental in driving innovations that shape the future of display technology.

Collaborations: Lee has collaborated with esteemed professionals, including Jong Kon Bae and Dong Kyoon Han. Their collective expertise has contributed to the development of groundbreaking technologies in the display sector.

Conclusion: Through his dedication and innovative spirit, Yo Han Lee has established himself as a key figure in the development of display technologies. His numerous patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to enhancing the performance and efficiency of modern display devices.

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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