EPO Patent Publication: Battery Management System Voltage Estimation

The European Patent Office has published patent application EP4712300A1 concerning a battery management system (BMS) that estimates actual cell voltage by removing voltage errors caused by wiring resistors. This technology is developed by SAMSUNG SDI CO., LTD.

EPO Patent Publication EP4712298A1: Charging Control Method

The European Patent Office has published patent application EP4712298A1 concerning a charging control method for devices, apparatus, vehicle devices, and vehicles. The patent, filed by Great Wall Motor Company Limited, details a method to prevent damage to proprietary protocol chips by ensuring proper power chip initialization before charging.

Parametric Curve Scanning Method for Photovoltaic String and Converter

The European Patent Office has published a patent application by Huawei Digital Power Technologies Co., Ltd. for a parametric curve scanning method for photovoltaic strings and converters. This method aims to efficiently determine if scanned curves are affected by light changes without requiring additional hardware.

Cell Balancing Method and Battery System

The European Patent Office has published patent application EP4712296A1 for a cell balancing method and battery system developed by LG Energy Solution, Ltd. The invention details a method for managing battery cell balancing in low-power modes to optimize energy consumption and performance.

EPO Patent Publication EP4712269A1: Multi-antenna and Power Receiving Device

The European Patent Office has published patent application EP4712269A1 for a multi-antenna and power receiving device, filed by Aeterlink Corp. The patent describes a specific antenna element configuration designed to improve power reception efficiency.

Deldwyn EU Citizenship Rights Judgment

The Court of Justice of the European Union issued a preliminary ruling in Case C-477/24 concerning the interpretation of Directive 2004/38/EC on the right of Union citizens and their family members to move and reside freely. The judgment clarifies conditions for derived rights of residence for third-country nationals divorced from Union citizens, particularly regarding involuntary unemployment and access to social welfare files.

U.S. Embassy Bishkek STEM Proposals for Kyrgyzstan

The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek is seeking proposals for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) initiatives in Kyrgyzstan. The program aims to expand rural STEM education, prepare Kyrgyz citizens for American technologies, and foster connections between Kyrgyz and U.S. STEM organizations. Eligible applicants include Kyrgyz-registered non-profits, educational institutions, and individuals, as well as U.S. NGOs and educational institutions partnering with local entities.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026

The U.S. Mission to Rwanda has announced the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), supporting projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. The fund encourages initiatives that promote shared prosperity and strengthen partnerships between the United States and Rwanda, with a focus on economic growth, technology, health, and education.

U.S. Embassy Sofia AEIF 2026 Grant Competition

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Sofia has announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) grant competition for U.S. government exchange program alumni. Proposals are due by May 1, 2026, and should focus on projects that strengthen U.S.-Bulgarian cooperation and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

OJJDP FY25 Title II Formula Grants Program TTA Center Opportunity

The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) has announced a funding opportunity for a Training and Technical Assistance Center to support the Title II Formula Grants program. The opportunity aims to strengthen state and territory compliance with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA). Applications are due by April 30, 2026, with an award of up to $2,000,000.