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Seoul, South Korea

Yongtaek Hong

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Stretchable Electronics. Top assignees: Seoul National University, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Snu Rdb Foundation. Active years: 2007-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yongtaek Hong. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yongtaek-hong

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 20 

% Patents Active = 80.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 34(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Webster, NY (US) (2007)
  • Seoul, KR (2009 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 1,784 
 
Seoul National University
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 132,108 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 549 
 
Snu Rdb Foundation
 patents
4. 2 out of 649 
 
Carestream Health, Inc.
 patents
5. 1 out of 21,604 
 
Eastman-Kodak Company
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2007-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Silver Nanowire
Strain Sensor
Wearable Device
Pressure Sensor
Flexible Substrate
Electronic Device
Stretchable Circuit
Organic Light-Emitting Device
Microfabrication
Hinge Unit
Multi-Flexible Display
Laser Resist Transfer
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12721113 - Silver nanowire thin-film patterning method (2026-08-25),
2. 12624938 - Method for manufacturing strain sensor by control of thin-film crack using stress concentration structure and strain sensor manufactured using same (2026-05-12),
3. 12292767 - Electronic device with hinge unit (2025-05-06),
4. 12216495 - Customized stretchable wearable device and manufacturing method therefor (2025-02-04),
5. 12056305 - Pressure sensor, pressure sensor pixel array including pressure sensor, and electronic system including pressure sensor (2024-08-06),
6. 12009339 - Electronic device and method of transferring electronic element using stamping and magnetic field alignment (2024-06-11),
7. 11856691 - Stretchable sensor and method of manufacturing the same and wearable device (2023-12-26),
8. 11848303 - Electronic device and method of transferring electronic element using stamping and magnetic field alignment (2023-12-19),
9. 11466838 - Multi-flexible display device having improved image discontinuity at panel boundary and method of manufacturing double-sided reflector therefor (2022-10-11),
10. 11284509 - Method for forming flexible substrate including via, and flexible substrate having via (2022-03-22),
11. 11134566 - Apparatus for fabricating stretchable electrical circuit (2021-09-28),
12. 11083084 - Stretchable platform formation method and stretchable platform (2021-08-03),
13. 10905002 - Method for forming flexible substrate including via, and flexible substrate having via (2021-01-26),
14. 10757803 - Method of fabricating stretchable electrical circuit (2020-08-25),
15. 9818965 - Organic light-emitting device and method of fabricating the same (2017-11-14),

Certainly! Here is an article about inventor Yongtaek Hong:

Title: Innovator Spotlight: Yongtaek Hong, Pioneering Pressure Sensor Technology

Introduction:

Yongtaek Hong, a prolific inventor based in Seoul, South Korea, has made significant contributions to the field of pressure sensor technology. With an impressive portfolio of 16 patents, Hong continues to push the boundaries of innovation in electronic systems.

Latest Patents:

Hong's latest patents include a cutting-edge pressure sensor, a pressure sensor pixel array featuring innovative technology, and an electronic system integrating these advanced pressure sensors. The pressure sensor design incorporates a piezoresistive pattern with porous elastic support and conductive carbon structures, delivering high-performance sensing capabilities.

Career Highlights:

Throughout his career, Hong has been associated with esteemed institutions such as the Seoul National University R&Db Foundation and Snur & Db Foundation. His groundbreaking work has garnered recognition for its impact on the electronic devices industry.

Collaborations:

Hong has collaborated with talented individuals in his field, including notable coworkers Byeongmoon Lee and Eunho Oh. Together, they have played a pivotal role in driving innovation and shaping the future of electronic systems.

Conclusion:

Yongtaek Hong's relentless pursuit of innovation and dedication to advancing pressure sensor technology have established him as a leading figure in the industry. His patented inventions not only showcase his technical prowess but also highlight his commitment to creating cutting-edge solutions that address the evolving needs of electronic systems.

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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