Smart batteries

Abstract

At present smart batteries are primarly required for the laptop computers, which must squeeze more performence into smaller packages while increasing battery life at the same time. To achieve these goals, the designer must incorporate new methods of optimizing system power consumption and available battery capacity. As battery-management techniques mature become more common, application regime of smart batteries will extend beyond the laptop computers to other portable devices, in medical electronics, portable test epuipment and other battery-powered systems.