Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2019-2023
Title: Young Kuk Kim: Innovator in Magnetic and Thermoelectric Materials
Introduction
Young Kuk Kim is a notable inventor based in Changwon-si, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the fields of magnetic and thermoelectric materials, holding a total of 2 patents that showcase his innovative approaches.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Iron oxide magnetic powder and manufacturing method therefor." This invention relates to a method for producing a magnetic powder, which includes preparing a precursor solution containing an iron precursor and a silica precursor. The process involves spraying the precursor solution to form iron/silica precursor droplets, drying these droplets to produce iron/silica precursor particles, and heat treating them to create an iron oxide/silica composite powder. This innovative method provides an iron oxide magnetic powder that does not rely on rare earth elements.
Another significant patent by Young Kuk Kim is for a "Thermoelectric composite material and method for preparing thermoelectric composite material." This invention focuses on a thermoelectric composite material where graphene oxide attached with conductive metal nanoparticles is dispersed in a thermoelectric material. The preparation method includes growing conductive metal nanoparticles on the surface of graphene oxide and then introducing this composite into a thermoelectric material precursor solution, followed by heat treatment.
Career Highlights
Young Kuk Kim has worked at esteemed institutions such as the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials and the Korea Institute of Materials Science. His work at these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in material science.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Young Kuk Kim has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kyung Tae Kim and Yeong-seong Eom. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of his research and inventions.
Conclusion
Young Kuk Kim is a distinguished inventor whose work in magnetic and thermoelectric materials has led to significant advancements in these fields. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to developing sustainable and efficient materials.