Seunguk Kim

Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology

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Seunguk Kim is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of microelectronics and surgical robotics, whose work bridges wireless power transfer and flexible medical instruments. His most influential contribution, the "Wireless thin film transistor based on micro magnetic induction coupling antenna" (2015, 19 citations), introduced a novel TFT architecture where source/drain or gate electrodes connect directly to micro antennas. This design enables devices to function as wireless switches, rectifiers, or amplifiers—a foundational building block for next-generation microelectronics and implantable systems. Kim further advanced wireless power transfer through his geometric analysis of transmission coils for micro-scale magnetic induction (2016, 8 citations), optimizing efficiency for miniaturized applications. In surgical robotics, Kim developed a "Master Device With Bending Safety for Flexible Surgical Robots" (2020, 6 citations), addressing the critical challenge of controlling flexible, dexterous instruments for minimally invasive surgery—a departure from conventional rigid-link robot interfaces. His recent "Bone cyst surgery robot with bendable drilling and remote control" (2022, 5 citations) demonstrates clinical translation, enabling less invasive bone cyst treatment with reduced tissue damage. Kim’s work uniquely combines wireless microelectronics with flexible robotic systems, positioning him as a key innovator in both fields.