Yong Kee Baek

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Introduction

Yong Kee Baek is a notable inventor based in Taejon, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of advanced ceramic materials. With a total of six patents to his name, Baek's work focuses on enhancing the properties of ceramics for various applications.

Latest Patents

One of Baek's latest patents is for a titanium diboride sintered body with silicon nitride as a sintering aid. This invention relates to a method for manufacturing a titanium diboride sintered body, where silicon nitride is added to improve its physical characteristics. The resulting sintered body exhibits a fine structure and exceptional strength and hardness, making it suitable for applications requiring high durability.

Another significant patent is for a high strength light-weight ceramic insulator. This invention involves a method for creating a ceramic insulator that can withstand high temperatures by utilizing heat-resisting ceramic fibers. The process includes the addition of inorganic and organic binders to an alumina-silica-based fiber containing zirconia, followed by vacuum molding, drying, and heating. This innovative approach allows for the fabrication of a high strength light-weight ceramic insulator with selectively positioned binders at the fiber contact points.

Career Highlights

Yong Kee Baek is currently associated with the Agency for Defense Development, where he applies his expertise in materials science to develop advanced technologies