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Yongin, South Korea

Youngho Lim

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Nonvolatile Memory Technology. Top assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2011-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Youngho Lim. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/youngho-lim

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 93.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 106(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hwasung, KR (2013)
  • Yongin-si, KR (2011 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 138,671 
 
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Nonvolatile Memory
Operating Methods
Memory Systems
Programming Methods
Negative Bias Voltages
Device Operation
Memory Device
Memory System
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12322457 - Nonvolatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2025-06-03),
2. 11715537 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2023-08-01),
3. 11062784 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2021-07-13),
4. 10650903 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2020-05-12),
5. 10199116 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2019-02-05),
6. 9747995 - Nonvolatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2017-08-29),
7. 9390803 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2016-07-12),
8. 9378831 - Nonvolatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2016-06-28),
9. 9330770 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2016-05-03),
10. 8964476 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2015-02-24),
11. 8923060 - Nonvolatile memory devices and operating methods thereof (2014-12-30),
12. 8837224 - Nonvolatile memory device, operating method thereof and memory system including the same (2014-09-16),
13. 8427878 - Non-volatile memory devices, operating methods thereof and memory systems including the same (2013-04-23),
14. 8339847 - Nonvolatile memory device and system, and method of programming a nonvolatile memory device (2012-12-25),
15. 8248852 - Nonvolatile memory devices operable using negative bias voltages and related methods of operation (2012-08-21),

Title: Innovations in Memory Technology: The Journey of Inventor Youngho Lim

Introduction: Youngho Lim, an accomplished inventor based in Yongin-si, South Korea, has made significant contributions to the field of memory technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 16 patents, Lim is recognized for his innovative approaches to nonvolatile memory devices and their operating methods.

Latest Patents: His most recent patents revolve around nonvolatile memory devices, which include intricate mechanisms such as a memory cell array and an efficient word line driver. These devices are designed to apply specific word line voltages to multiple word lines, corresponding to the locations of the memory cells within the array. This innovative design not only enhances the functionality of memory systems but also improves their overall reliability and efficiency.

Career Highlights: Youngho Lim is currently a key engineer at Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a leading company in technology and electronics. His work involves developing cutting-edge memory solutions that are essential to modern computing and data storage.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Lim has collaborated with fellow innovators, including Donghyuk Chae and Hansoo Kim. These collaborations have played a vital role in furthering advancements in nonvolatile memory technologies, bringing together diverse expertise to push the boundaries of innovation.

Conclusion: Youngho Lim's dedication to improving memory technology underscores the importance of innovation in our increasingly digital world. His contributions through patents and collaborations are paving the way for more efficient and reliable memory devices that will shape the future of technology.

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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