Patents by Inventor Byong Jin Kim

Byong Jin Kim has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 9881864
    Abstract: Provided are a method for fabricating a semiconductor package and a semiconductor package using the same, which can simplify a fabricating process of the semiconductor package by forming a lead frame on which a semiconductor die can be mounted without a separate grinding process, and can improve product reliability by preventing warpage from occurring during a grinding process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: AMKOR TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Seung Woo Lee, Byong Jin Kim, Won Bae Bang, Sang Goo Kang
  • Patent number: 9871011
    Abstract: A semiconductor package, and a method of manufacturing thereof, comprising a contact in a plated sidewall encapsulant opening, substantially as shown in and/or described in connection with at least one of the figures, as set forth more completely in the claims.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jae Yun Kim, Tae Kyung Hwang, Jin Han Kim, Jong Sik Paek, Kyoung Rock Kim, Byong Jin Kim, Jae Beum Shim
  • Publication number: 20170320723
    Abstract: A semiconductor package and a method of manufacturing a semiconductor package. As a non-limiting example, various aspects of this disclosure provide a semiconductor package, and a method of manufacturing thereof, that comprises a first semiconductor die, a plurality of adhesive regions spaced apart from each other on the first semiconductor die, and a second semiconductor die adhered to the plurality of adhesive regions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: November 9, 2017
    Inventors: Jae Ung Lee, Byong Jin Kim, Young Seok Kim, Wook Choi, Seung Jae Yoo, Yung Woo Lee, EunNaRa Cho, Dong Hyun Bang
  • Patent number: 9809446
    Abstract: A semiconductor package and a method of manufacturing a semiconductor package. As a non-limiting example, various aspects of this disclosure provide a semiconductor package, and a method of manufacturing thereof, that comprises a first semiconductor die, a plurality of adhesive regions spaced apart from each other on the first semiconductor die, and a second semiconductor die adhered to the plurality of adhesive regions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Assignee: AMKOR TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Jae Ung Lee, Byong Jin Kim, Young Seok Kim, Wook Choi, Seung Jae Yoo, Yung Woo Lee, EunNaRa Cho, Dong Hyun Bang
  • Patent number: 9716071
    Abstract: A semiconductor device with fine pitch redistribution layers is disclosed and may include a semiconductor die with a bond pad and a first passivation layer comprising an opening above the bond pad. A redistribution layer (RDL) may be formed on the passivation layer with one end of the RDL electrically coupled to the bond pad and a second end comprising a connection region. A second passivation layer may be formed on the RDL with an opening for the connection region of the RDL. An under bump metal (UBM) may be formed on the connection region of the RDL and a portion of the second passivation layer. A bump contact may be formed on the UBM, wherein a width of the RDL is less than a width of the opening in the second passivation layer and may be constant from the bond pad through at least a portion of the opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Ji Yeon Ryu, Byong Jin Kim, Jae Beum Shim
  • Publication number: 20170207162
    Abstract: Provided are a method for fabricating a semiconductor package and a semiconductor package using the same, which can simplify a fabricating process of the semiconductor package by forming a lead frame on which a semiconductor die can be mounted without a separate grinding process, and can improve product reliability by preventing warpage from occurring during a grinding process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2017
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Inventors: Seung Woo Lee, Byong Jin Kim, Won Bae Bang, Sang Goo Kang
  • Patent number: 9704747
    Abstract: Provided are a semiconductor device having a stably formed structure capable of being electrically connected to a second electronic device without causing damage to the semiconductor device, and a manufacturing method thereof. In one embodiment, the semiconductor device may comprise a semiconductor die, an encapsulation part formed on lateral surfaces of the semiconductor die, a dielectric layer formed on the semiconductor die and the encapsulation part, a redistribution layer passing through a part of the dielectric layer and electrically connected to the semiconductor die, a plurality of conductive balls extending through other parts of the dielectric layer and electrically connected to the redistribution layer where the conductive balls are exposed to an environment outside of the semiconductor device, and conductive vias extending through the encapsulation part and electrically connected to the redistribution layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Ji Yeon Ryu, Byong Jin Kim, Jae Beum Shim
  • Publication number: 20170194239
    Abstract: A semiconductor device with etched grooves for embedded devices is disclosed and may, for example, include a substrate comprising a top surface and a bottom surface, a groove extending into the substrate from the bottom surface, and a redistribution structure in the substrate between the top surface and the bottom surface of the substrate. A semiconductor die may, for example, be coupled to the top surface of the substrate. An electronic device may, for example, be at least partially within the groove and electrically coupled to the redistribution structure. A conductive pad may, for example, be on the bottom surface of the substrate. A conductive bump may, for example, be on the conductive pad. The electronic device in the groove may, for example, extend beyond the bottom surface of the substrate a distance that is less than a height of the conductive bump from the bottom surface of the substrate. An encapsulant may, for example, encapsulate the semiconductor die and the top surface of the substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: July 6, 2017
    Inventors: Ji Yeon Ryu, Byong Jin Kim, Jae Beum Shim
  • Patent number: 9673122
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a micro lead frame structure includes one or more stiffness reinforcing structures formed on leads and/or connecting structures. The stiffness reinforcing structures can be formed by leaving predetermined portions of the micro lead frame at full thickness including, for example, portions of an inner lead, portions of an outer lead, and portions of a connecting bar, combinations thereof, and other structures. The stiffness reinforcing structures are configured to reduce deformation defects and electrical short defects caused by assembly processes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Hyeong Il Jeon, Hyung Kook Chung, Hong Bae Kim, Byong Jin Kim
  • Patent number: 9653336
    Abstract: An electronic device and a method of making an electronic device. As non-limiting examples, various aspects of this disclosure provide various methods of making electronic devices, and electronic devices made thereby, that utilize a film assist mold process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2017
    Inventors: Yi Seul Han, Jae Beum Shim, Byong Jin Kim, In Bae Park
  • Publication number: 20170125881
    Abstract: A packaged electronic device includes an integrated antenna as part of a conductive leadframe. The conductive leadframe includes a die paddle have an elongated conductive beam structure configured as a transmission line, and a ground plane structure disposed surrounding the die paddle. The ground plane includes a gap where the transmission line extends to an edge of the packaged electronic device. In one embodiment, selected leads within the leadframe are configured with conductive connective structures as ground pins, source pins, and/or wave guides. In an alternate embodiment, a portion of the integrated antenna is embedded and partially exposed within the body of the packaged electronic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2015
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Applicant: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Marc Alan Mangrum, Hyung Jun Cho, Byong Jin Kim, Gi Jeong Kim, Jae Min Bae, Seung Mo Kim, Young Ju Lee
  • Patent number: 9633932
    Abstract: An electronic package structure includes a substrate having a plurality of conductive leads. A discharge hole is disposed to extend through the substrate. An electronic chip is electrically connected to the plurality of conductive leads. A case is connected to the substrate and defines a cavity between the substrate and an upper of the case. The discharge hole and the electronic chip are disposed within the cavity, and the discharge hole is open to the outside in the electronic package structure. The discharge hole is configured to discharge air pressure that forms during the assembly process thereby improving the reliability of the electronic package structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Kyoung Yeon Lee, Byong Jin Kim, Kyung Su Kim, Hyung Il Jeon, Jae Doo Kwon
  • Patent number: 9631481
    Abstract: A semiconductor device includes a die pad, a plurality of first lands each having a first land first top recessed portion disposed on a first land first end distal to the die pad, and a plurality of second lands each having a second land first bottom recessed portion disposed on a second land first end distal to the die pad. A semiconductor die is electrically connected to the first and second lands. A package body, which defines a bottom surface and a side surface, at least partially encapsulating the first and second lands and the semiconductor die such that at least portions of the first and second lands are exposed in and substantially flush with the bottom surface of the package body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Jae Min Bae, Byong Jin Kim, Won Bae Bang
  • Patent number: 9613829
    Abstract: Provided are a method for fabricating a semiconductor package and a semiconductor package using the same, which can simplify a fabricating process of the semiconductor package by forming a lead frame on which a semiconductor die can be mounted without a separate grinding process, and can improve product reliability by preventing warpage from occurring during a grinding process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Assignee: AMKOR TECHNOLOGY, INC.
    Inventors: Seung Woo Lee, Byong Jin Kim, Won Bae Bang, Sang Goo Kang
  • Publication number: 20170069558
    Abstract: A packaged semiconductor device includes a routable molded lead frame structure with a surface finish layer. In one embodiment, the routable molded lead frame structure includes a first laminated layer including the surface finish layer, vias connected to the surface finish layer, and a first resin layer covering the vias leaving the top surface of the surface finish layer exposed. A second laminated layer includes second conductive patterns connected to the vias, bump pads connected to the second conductive patterns, and a second resin layer covering one side of the first resin layer, the second conductive patterns and the bump pads. A semiconductor die is electrically connected to the surface finish layer and an encapsulant covers the semiconductor die and another side of the first resin layer. The surface finish layer provides a customizable and improved bonding structure for connecting the semiconductor die to the routable molded lead frame structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2016
    Publication date: March 9, 2017
    Applicant: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Won Bae Bang, Byong Jin Kim, Gi Jeong Kim, Jae Doo Kwon, Hyung Il Jeon
  • Patent number: 9552999
    Abstract: In one embodiment, an electronic package includes a substrate having a die pad plurality of lands embedded within substrate encapsulant. An electronic chip including an electronic component is connected to the die pad. The die pad is configured with a recessed well extending from a top surface of the die pad towards a bottom surface of the die pad. The electronic component is position at least proximate to and overlapping the recessed well to increase the distance between the die pad and the electronic component. In one embodiment, the electronic component includes a passive component, such as an inductor. A package body encapsulates the electronic chip and top surfaces of the substrate, and is further disposed within the recessed well. The die pad bottom surface is continuous below the recessed well.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Tae Ki Kim, Byong Jin Kim, Ji Young Chung, Gi Jeong Kim, Won Bae Bang
  • Publication number: 20170018493
    Abstract: A semiconductor package and a method of manufacturing a semiconductor package. As a non-limiting example, various aspects of this disclosure provide a semiconductor package, and method of manufacturing thereof, that comprises a substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, and comprising at least one first recess portion formed in a direction ranging from the first surface toward the second surface, a plurality of first recess conductive patterns formed in the first recess portion, and a first passive element inserted into the first recess portion of the substrate and having a first electrode and a second electrode electrically connected to the plurality of first recess conductive patterns.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2016
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Inventors: Jae Ung Lee, Yung Woo Lee, EunNaRa Cho, Dong Hyun Bang, Wook Choi, KooWoong Jeong, Byong Jin Kim, Min Chul Shin, Ho Jeong Lim, Ji Hyun Kim, Chang Hun Kim
  • Patent number: 9543235
    Abstract: In one embodiment, an electronic package structure includes a lead having a first width. An electronic chip having a conductive bump on a major surface, the conductive bump has a second width greater than the first width. The conductive bump is attached to the lead such that a portion of the conductive bump extends to at least partially surround a side surface of the lead. A molding compound resin encapsulates the electronic chip, the conductive bump, and at least a portion of the lead. The lead is configured so strengthen the joining force between the lead and conductive bump.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Hyung Il Jeon, Ji Young Chung, Byong Jin Kim, In Bae Park, Jae Min Bae, No Sun Park
  • Publication number: 20170005029
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a semiconductor package includes a multi-layer encapsulated conductive substrate having a fine pitch. The multi-layer encapsulated conductive substrate includes a conductive leads spaced apart from each other, a first encapsulant disposed between the leads, a first conductive layer electrically connected to the plurality of leads, conductive pillars disposed on the first conductive layer, a second encapsulant encapsulating the first conductive layer and the conductive pillars, and a second conductive layer electrically connected to the conductive pillars and exposed in the second encapsulant. A semiconductor die is electrically connected to the second patterned conductive layer. A third encapsulant covers at least the semiconductor die.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2016
    Publication date: January 5, 2017
    Applicant: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Won Bae Bang, Byong Jin Kim, Gi Jeong Kim, Ji Young Chung
  • Patent number: 9513254
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a microfluidic sensor device includes microfluidic sensor mounted on and electrically connected a micro lead frame substrate. The microfluidic sensor is molded to form a package body. The package body includes a molded panel portion and, in some embodiments, a mask portion having one or more open channels, sealed channels, and/or a sealed chamber exposing an active surface of the microfluidic sensor. The molded panel portions and mask portions are configured to allow a material to dynamically or statically contact the microfluidic sensor for analysis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2016
    Assignee: Amkor Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Hyung II Jeon, Ji Young Chung, Chan Ha Hwang, Byong Jin Kim, Yung Woo Lee, Do Hyun Na, Jae Ung Lee