U.S. Patent Issued for O2Micro's Power Converter Controller
GEORGE TOWN, Grand Cayman, February 10, 2014. O2Micro® International Limited (NASDAQ Global Select Market: OIIM), a global leader in the design, development and marketing of high-performance integrated circuits and solutions, announced that its Power Converter Controller invention received 20 claims under U.S. patent number 8,587,276.
This patented DC/DC controller manages the output signal of the power converter, using analog signal processing, to respond to output signals quickly while suppressing noise, unlike conventional designs. This ensures the stability of the output signal.
"The power converter's amplification circuitry results in a more accurate and stable output voltage," said Laszlo Lipcsei, vice president, O2Micro.
About O2Micro
Founded in April 1995, O2Micro develops and markets innovative power management components for the Computer, Consumer, Industrial, Automotive and Communications markets. Products include LED General Lighting, Backlighting, Battery Management and Power Management.
O2Micro International maintains an extensive portfolio of intellectual property with 25,682 patent claims granted, and over 26,000 more pending. The company maintains offices worldwide. Additional company and product information can be found on the company website at www.o2micro.com.
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Scott L. Anderson
Director of Investor Relations, O2Micro
Phone: 408.987.5920. x8888
Email: scott.anderson@o2micro.com
