NXP Semiconductors had two patents in batteries during Q2 2024. The patent filed by NXP Semiconductors NV in Q2 2024 describes a charge pump control system for a battery management system. This system includes cell-balancing-switches, switch-drivers, and a charge pump that provides an output voltage to the switch-drivers. The switching frequency of the charge pump is set based on the number of switch-drivers providing a drive signal to close the cell-balancing-switches, thereby controlling the maximum output current. GlobalData’s report on NXP Semiconductors gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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NXP Semiconductors had no grants in batteries as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Charge pump control system (Patent ID: US20240120751A1)
The patent filed by NXP Semiconductors NV describes a charge pump control system for a battery management system. The system includes cell-balancing-switches, switch-drivers, and a charge pump that provides an output voltage to the switch-drivers. The charge pump operates at a switching frequency that determines the maximum output current. The system is designed to adjust the switching frequency based on the number of switch-drivers providing a drive signal to close the cell-balancing-switches, ensuring efficient operation.
Furthermore, the patent outlines various claims related to the charge pump control system, including a controller to set the switching frequency based on the number of switch drivers, the use of a look-up table to determine the required frequency, and adjusting the clock signal based on the number of active switch-drivers. The system also includes a DC output voltage loop for regulating the output voltage and maintaining a constant value. Overall, the patent details a comprehensive system for effectively managing battery cells through precise control of the charge pump based on operational parameters.
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