The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) has begun work on a new standard that aims to make the rechargeable batteries used in digital cameras and camcorders more robust and reliable.

 

September 30, 2006: The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) has begun work on a new standard that aims to make the rechargeable batteries used in digital cameras and camcorders more robust and reliable.
According to a report from the Institute, the new standard, IEEE P1825, “Rechargeable Batteries for Digital Cameras and Camcorders” will be created within the IEEE Standards Association corporate program as part of the IEEE Livium family of battery standards. IEEE P1825 will set uniform criteria for the design, production and evaluation of the lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries used in digital cameras and camcorders. The overriding goal of the standard is to enhance the experience consumers have when operating these devices.
The standard will address areas such as battery pack electrical and mechanical construction, packaging technologies, and pack and cell charge and discharge controls. It also will recommend user education and related communication materials, since the interfaces between end users and battery subsystems are essential to system reliability.
IEEE P1825 will guide manufacturers and suppliers in planning and implementing design analysis, testing and qualification to ensure battery quality and reliability. The standard will serve those who design, produce and supply digital camera and camcorder battery subsystems, as well as those who manufacture and use these devices.
IEEE Livium standards support the goal of having portable, rechargeable lithium-ion and lithium-ion-polymer batteries operate more efficiently and reliably. Completed standards in the IEEE Livium family include the IEEE 1625 notebook battery standard and the IEEE 1725 the mobile cell phone battery standard. In forward looking activities related to the Livium family of standards, the IEEE Standards Association is partnering with the IEEE Industry Standards and Technology Organistion in exploring conformance and interoperability activities. Further, the IEEE is planning to initiate a revision to the IEEE 1625 standard for laptops by year end.