Patent granted to O2micro for auto-detecting battery cells disconnection with RC analysis methodology to enhance battery pack safety

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O2Micro International Limited (OIIM) announced the grant of US patent 11,038,356 B2 on June 15, 2021, for its innovative auto-detecting battery cells disconnection technology using Resistor/Capacitor Circuit (RC) analysis methodology. This patent encompasses 14 claims related to quickly detecting battery cell disconnection failures in battery management systems, enhancing safety and efficiency in high-capacity applications such as electric vehicles, UPS, and cordless tools. Dr. Guoxing Li emphasized the solution's importance in preventing over-charging and over-discharging.

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• Grant of US patent 11,038,356 B2 enhances O2Micro's intellectual property portfolio.
• Innovative technology improves battery safety for high-power applications.

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GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, July 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- O₂Micro^® International Limited (NASDAQ Global Select Market: OIIM), a global leader in the design, development and marketing of high-performance integrated circuits and solutions, today announced the grant of a patent granted to O2micro for auto-detecting battery cells disconnection utilizing Resistor/Capacitor Circuit (RC) analysis methodology.

O₂Micro was issued 14 claims under US patent US 11,038,356 B2 on Jun 15, 2021, for the invention of for auto-detecting battery cells disconnection with RC analysis methodology. The invention quickly detects the battery cell disconnection failures in the battery management system, and efficiently avoids the battery failure and hazard situations.

Dr. Guoxing Li, VP of Advanced Technology, O2Micro, commented, “This invention provides a reliable and effective solution to perform battery cell tap connection checks by reliably and accurately measuring cell voltages in the battery pack. This is essential to prevent both over-charging and over-discharging and can effectively enhance battery package safety in high power applications such as, electric vehicles, bikes and scooters, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), solar and wind storage, cordless power tools, cordless vacuum cleaners and other high capacity, high current battery applications for home and industry.

About O2Micro:

Founded in April 1995, O2Micro develops and markets innovative power management components for the Computer, Consumer, Industrial and Automotive markets. Products include Backlighting and Battery Management.

O2Micro, the O2Micro logo, and combinations thereof are registered trademarks of O2Micro. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

FAQ

What is the significance of the patent granted to O2Micro (OIIM) on June 15, 2021?

The patent allows O2Micro to protect its invention for auto-detecting battery cells disconnection, enhancing its market position.

How does the new technology from O2Micro (OIIM) improve battery safety?

It accurately detects battery cell disconnection, preventing over-charging and over-discharging which enhances safety in high-capacity applications.

When was O2Micro's (OIIM) patent for battery disconnection granted?

The patent was granted on June 15, 2021.

What applications benefit from O2Micro's (OIIM) new battery management technology?

The technology benefits electric vehicles, uninterruptible power supplies, and cordless tools among others.