Random number generator in a battery pack
US7554288B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 10, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J7/00045
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus, method and computer program product are provided for battery management. In one implementation, a method of communication provided. The method includes enabling determining when a battery pack is coupled to a device, the battery pack including a battery management system. The method also includes generating a random number at the battery management system, the battery management system including battery monitoring circuitry, a processor, memory and a random number generator. The method includes using the random number to provide authentication and if authentication succeeds, enabling communication between the battery pack and the device.
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