Patent Granted to O2Micro For Battery Protection System

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O2Micro International Limited (OIIM) announced the grant of a patent for a battery protection system, enhancing safety features for battery packs. The patent, issued under GB Patent No. 2565006 on September 8, 2021, comprises 20 claims, detailing a system with a sensor and dual protection circuits to monitor and manage battery temperature. Dr. Guoxing Li emphasized that this invention offers a cost-effective solution to improve battery safety.

The company, founded in 1995, specializes in power management components across various sectors including automotive and consumer markets.

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• Patent granted for a battery protection system enhances product offerings.
• Cost-effective solution for battery safety could lead to increased commercial opportunities.

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GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, Dec. 09, 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 a battery protection system.

O2Micro was issued 20 claims under GB Patent No. 2565006 on Sep 8, 2021, for the invention of a battery protection system, which includes a sensor, a primary protection circuit, coupled to the sensor, and a secondary protection circuit, coupled to the primary protection circuit and the sensor. The sensor is configured to generate a sense signal indicative of a temperature in a battery pack when the sensor is activated. The primary protection circuit is configured to generate a synchronizing signal in a first state or a second state, sample the sense signal when the synchronizing signal is in the first state, and provide a primary protection to the battery pack based on the sense signal. A secondary protection circuit is configured to be controlled by the synchronizing signal, sample the sense signal when the synchronizing signal is in the second state, and provide a secondary protection to the battery pack based on the sense signal.

Dr. Guoxing Li, VP of Advanced Technology, O2Micro, commented, “This invention provides a cost-effective solution to enhance the battery pack temperature related protections and reach higher function safety requirements.”

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 recent patent granted to O2Micro (OIIM)?

O2Micro was granted GB Patent No. 2565006 for a battery protection system that enhances safety features for battery packs.

When was the patent for the battery protection system granted to O2Micro?

The patent was granted on September 8, 2021.

What are the benefits of the new battery protection system by O2Micro?

The system provides enhanced temperature-related protections and aims to meet higher safety requirements in battery management.

Who commented on the patent grant for O2Micro's new technology?

Dr. Guoxing Li, VP of Advanced Technology at O2Micro, commented on the cost-effective nature of the new battery protection solution.