Hyun-Ju Cho

Associate Professor of Firearms & Optics
Daejeon, KR.

About

Highly accomplished Associate Professor and Senior Development Engineer with over two decades of expertise in optical thin films, laser technology, and advanced materials science. Proven leader in both academic and industrial settings, driving innovation in LCD display components, ring laser gyroscopes, and ion beam sputtering techniques. Leverages a robust publication and patent portfolio to advance theoretical understanding and practical applications in optics.

Work

Daeduk College
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Associate Professor, Department of Firearms & Optics

Daejeon, Yuseong-gu, Korea (Republic of)

Summary

Led academic programs, research, and curriculum development within the Department of Firearms & Optics, fostering student success and contributing to the field through extensive publications and leadership.

Highlights

Advanced from Assistant to Associate Professor, demonstrating consistent excellence in teaching, research, and departmental contributions over 17+ years.

Chaired the Optical Technology Division of the Optical Society of Korea (OSK) from 2017-2018, guiding strategic initiatives and promoting advancements in optical science.

Authored 'Practical Optical Thin Films' (2015) and 'Experiments of Electro-Optics' (2008), serving as key educational resources in the field.

Mentored and educated numerous students in advanced optics, thin films, and laser technology, preparing them for careers in industry and academia.

Published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles in leading optics journals, covering topics such as multilayer dielectric gratings, thin film analysis, and low optical loss mirrors.

Actively engaged as a Senior Member of the Optical Society of Korea since 1990, contributing to the professional community and staying abreast of industry innovations.

Samsung Industries
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Senior Development Engineer of Optical components for LCD Display

Seoul, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)

Summary

Led development of critical optical components for LCD display technology, enhancing product performance and innovation.

Highlights

Spearheaded the development of advanced optical components for LCD displays, directly contributing to product innovation and market competitiveness.

Applied deep expertise in optical thin films and materials science to optimize display performance, enhancing visual quality and efficiency.

Collaborated cross-functionally with R&D and manufacturing teams to successfully integrate new optical technologies into mass production.

Contributed to the strategic direction of optical component development, ensuring alignment with emerging display technologies and consumer demands.

Institute for Advanced Engineering (IAE)
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Senior Development Engineer of ring laser gyroscope (RLG) and super mirrors using ion beam sputtering

Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea (Republic of)

Summary

Conducted advanced research and development on ring laser gyroscopes and super mirrors using ion beam sputtering techniques.

Highlights

Pioneered the development of ring laser gyroscopes (RLG), achieving significant breakthroughs in precision navigation and sensing technologies.

Developed and optimized super mirrors using ion beam sputtering techniques, enhancing reflectivity and durability for critical optical systems.

Secured multiple patents for innovations in optical prism sheets, filter and plasma display panels, and ring laser gyroscope excitation methods.

Published extensively on ion-beam assisted deposition, optical properties of thin films (TiO2, ZrO2, SiOxNy), and mirror scattering, establishing thought leadership in the field.

Managed complex research projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and project timelines.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to advance fundamental understanding and practical applications of advanced optical materials and devices.

Education

Inha University
Incheon, Incheon, Korea (Republic of)

Doctor of Philosophy

Physics

Courses

Thesis: Ion Assisted deposition of optical thin films (Advisor: Prof. Changkown Hwangbo)

Kyunghee University
Seoul, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)

Master of Science

Physics

Courses

Thesis: Design of the three-reflection halfwave and quarterwave retarders using dielectric-coated metallic mirrors (Advisor: Prof. Jaekyung Hyun)

Kyunghee University
Seoul, Seoul, Korea (Republic of)

Bachelor of Science

Physics

Awards

Chair of Optical Technology Division

Awarded By

Optical Society of Korea (OSK)

Led the Optical Technology Division, guiding strategic initiatives and promoting advancements within the field of optics.

Senior Member

Awarded By

Optical Society of Korea (OSK)

Recognized for sustained contributions and expertise in the field of optics.

Publications

Analysis on Design and Fabrication of High-diffraction-efficiency Multilayer Dielectric Gratings

Published by

Current Optics and Photonics

Summary

Published research on the design and fabrication of high-efficiency multilayer dielectric gratings.

Determining the Thickness of a Trilayer thin film structure by Fourier Transform Analysis

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Research on using Fourier Transform Analysis to determine thin film thickness.

Practical Optical Thin Films

Published by

Bookshill

Summary

Authored a comprehensive book on practical aspects of optical thin films, serving as a key resource for students and professionals.

Design and Fabrication of Multilayer Dielectric Gratings for spectral beam combining

Published by

SPIE

Summary

Presented work on designing and fabricating multilayer dielectric gratings for spectral beam combining applications.

Lightweight LED fluorescent lamp using engineering poly carbonate

Published by

SPIE

Summary

Research on the application of engineering polycarbonate in lightweight LED fluorescent lamps.

Preparation of Industrial Engineer for Optical Instruments

Published by

Dooyangsa

Summary

Co-authored a publication focused on preparing industrial engineers for careers in optical instrumentation.

Design and Development of an ultralow optical loss mirror coating for Zerodur substrate

Published by

Journal of Optical Society of Korea

Summary

Published research on developing ultralow optical loss mirror coatings for Zerodur substrates.

Design and fabrication of super mirrors on the Zerodur substrate

Published by

SPIE

Summary

Presented work on the design and fabrication of super mirrors on Zerodur substrates.

Optical Prism sheet having a certain roughness thereon

Published by

Korean Patent Office

Summary

Invented an optical prism sheet designed with specific surface roughness characteristics.

Filter and Plasma display panel employing the same

Published by

Korean Patent Office

Summary

Developed a novel filter for plasma display panels, enhancing display technology.

Experiments of Electro-Optics

Published by

Nodemedia

Summary

Authored a book detailing experiments in electro-optics, contributing to educational resources in the field.

Effect of substrate surface energy on light scattering of low loss mirror

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Investigated the impact of substrate surface energy on light scattering in low loss mirrors.

Effects of substrate and deposition method onto the mirror scattering

Published by

Applied Optics

Summary

Research on how substrate properties and deposition methods influence mirror scattering.

Method for manufacturing a microstructure pattern by using micromachining technology

Published by

Korean Patent Office

Summary

Invented a micromachining technology for manufacturing precise microstructure patterns.

Ring laser gyroscope excited by radio frequency discharge

Published by

Korean Patent Office

Summary

Patented a method for exciting a ring laser gyroscope using radio frequency discharge.

Characterization of refractive index profile in LiNbO3 waveguides fabricated by high temperature proton exchange method

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Characterized refractive index profiles in LiNbO3 waveguides fabricated via high-temperature proton exchange.

Effects of mirror misalignments on optical ray path in a ring resonator

Published by

Journal of Optical Society of Korea

Summary

Investigated the effects of mirror misalignments on optical ray paths within ring resonators.

Effect of surface roughness onto the scattering in low loss mirrors

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Published research on the influence of surface roughness on scattering in low loss mirrors.

Lock-in frequency improvement of ring laser gyro using a low-scattering mirror

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Research on improving lock-in frequency in ring laser gyros using low-scattering mirrors.

Measurement of losses in mirror using cavity ring-down method

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Developed and applied the cavity ring-down method for precise measurement of mirror losses.

Anti-reflective coating on TeO2 crystal for the high power Acousto-Optic modulator

Published by

Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology A

Summary

Designed and developed anti-reflective coatings for TeO2 crystals used in high-power acousto-optic modulators.

Inhomogeneous SiOxNy thin films and a Rugate filter prepared by ion-beam-assisted deposition

Published by

Ungyong Mulli

Summary

Developed inhomogeneous SiOxNy thin films and Rugate filters using ion-beam-assisted deposition techniques.

Inhomogeneous optical SiOxNy thin films prepared by ion assisted deposition

Published by

Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research B

Summary

Research on the preparation of inhomogeneous optical SiOxNy thin films using ion-assisted deposition.

Scattering measurement of dielectric high reflection mirrors by TIS method

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Applied the TIS method for scattering measurement of dielectric high reflection mirrors.

Ion assisted deposition of TiO2, ZrO2 and SiOxNy optical thin films

Published by

Journal of Korean Vacuum Society

Summary

Investigated ion-assisted deposition techniques for various optical thin films including TiO2, ZrO2, and SiOxNy.

Optical inhomogeneity and microstructure of ZrO2 thin films prepared by ion-beam assisted deposition

Published by

Applied Optics

Summary

Investigated the optical inhomogeneity and microstructure of ZrO2 thin films prepared by ion-beam assisted deposition.

Ion assisted deposition of TiO2 thin film by Kaufman and Gridless ion source

Published by

The Review of Laser Engineering

Summary

Researched ion-assisted deposition of TiO2 thin films using Kaufman and Gridless ion sources.

Design of Rugate filters of inhomogeneous refractive index using the Fourier transform

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Designed Rugate filters with inhomogeneous refractive index profiles using Fourier transform analysis.

Optical properties of ZrO2 thin films prepared by ion-beam assisted deposition

Published by

Ungyong Mulli

Summary

Studied the optical properties of ZrO2 thin films fabricated via ion-beam assisted deposition.

Ion beam assisted deposition of thermally evaporated Cr thin films

Published by

SPIE

Summary

Presented research on ion beam assisted deposition of thermally evaporated Cr thin films.

Optical properties of TiO2 thin films prepared by ion-beam assisted deposition

Published by

Korean Journal of Optics and Photonics

Summary

Investigated the optical properties of TiO2 thin films prepared through ion-beam assisted deposition.

Skills

Research & Development

Optical Thin Films, Multilayer Dielectric Gratings, Wire Grid Polarizers, Ring Laser Gyroscopes (RLG), Ion Beam Sputtering, Optical Components, Super Mirrors, Thin Film Deposition, Materials Science, Optical Design, Laser Technology, Vacuum Technology, Fourier Transform Analysis, Light Scattering, Refractive Index Characterization, Micromachining Technology.

Academic & Leadership

Curriculum Development, Student Mentorship, Academic Instruction, Scientific Publication, Technical Writing, Peer Review, Departmental Leadership, Optical Society of Korea (OSK), Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project Management.

Industry Applications

LCD Display Technology, Precision Navigation, Optical Instrumentation, Plasma Display Panels, LED Fluorescent Lamps, Anti-reflective Coatings, Optical Filters.