I am Woonggy (Peter) Kim, a Senior Software Engineer at Hyundai Autoever Corp. specializing in industrial automation, real-time control networks, and automotive embedded security.
I hold both a Ph.D. and B.E. in Mechanical Information Engineering from the University of Seoul.
My work spans:
- Industrial Automation & Control Systems: EtherCAT synchronization, distributed real-time, and standardized data exchange with OPC UA.
- Automotive Embedded Security: MACsec integration for automotive Ethernet, on-device AI sensing (UWB occupant detection), and UN ECE R155 compliance.
I focus on bridging legacy systems with modern standards, advancing secure communication protocols, and deploying intelligent embedded systems for future mobility and manufacturing.
How to Pronounce My Name
My Korean name is Woonggy (웅기).
It is pronounced as [Woong-gi]:
- The first syllable “Woong” has a long “oo” sound, like the “oo” in moon, and ends with the “ng” sound, as in the English word song.
- The second syllable “gi” is pronounced like ghee (the beginning of give without the “v” sound).
Phonetic transcription (IPA): /uːŋ-gi/
For easier communication, I also go by my preferred name: Peter.
Please feel free to call me either Woonggy or Peter.
