O2Micro International (Nasdaq: OIIM): Granted Significant Patent for LED Architecture

Orlando, FL 12/14/11 (StreetBeat) -- O2Micro(R) International Limited (Nasdaq:OIIM) was issued 8 claims under United States patent number 8,040,071 for its LED Architecture and methodology.

O2Micro's patented technology provides a very cost effective architecture, with fewer bulky components, making a solution suitable for smaller areas, such as lighting fixtures.

"The technology in this invention allows users to utilize minimum circuit components to achieve high-performance LED lighting applications for worldwide AC input," said Dr. Yung Lin, executive vice president, O2Micro.

About O2Micro
Founded in April 1995, O2Micro develops and markets innovative power management and e-commerce components for the Computer, Consumer, Industrial, and Communications markets. Products include Intelligent Lighting, Battery Management, and Power Management.

O2Micro International maintains an extensive portfolio of intellectual property with 17,633 patent claims granted, and over 18,000 more pending. The company maintains offices worldwide.

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