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iSCM – Intelligent Smart Cell Manager

Wireless Battery Management for Next-Generation EVs
Discover iSCM

Introducing the iSCM: 
Smart Wireless Battery Module

iSCM wireless module prototype – Designed to enable RF-based communication within EV battery cells, this compact smart unit integrates safety and intelligence for a scalable and simplified battery architecture.

Connectivity for any need

iSCM enables direct wireless communication between each cell and the BMS, eliminating wiring and simplifying battery architecture. The result: improved performance, flexibility, and sustainability for next-gen EVs.

Battery technology meets intelligent systems

With deep expertise in digitalization and mechatronics, OTC Engineering delivers scalable, production-ready solutions for smart and connected battery systems.

iSCM features

Smart. Scalable. Built for the future of mobility.

The Intelligent Smart Cell Manager (iSCM) is built to redefine battery systems for electric vehicles and next-generation platforms.
By combining advanced hardware and embedded intelligence, iSCM delivers modularity, enhanced reliability, and real-time data insights – ready for industrialization and scale.

  • Wireless Cell Communication
  • Built-in Functional Safety
  • Real-time Cell Intelligence
  • Modular and Scalable Design
  • Designed for Production

FAQS

Understanding the iSCM

At OTC Engineering, we design and develop breakthrough technologies to enable the future of mobility. The iSCM is a core innovation for electric vehicles: a wireless, intelligent battery module that simplifies design, enhances safety and enables scalability. Discover more below.


What is the iSCM?

The Intelligent Smart Cell Manager (iSCM) is a compact, embedded module integrated directly into each battery cell. It enables wireless communication with the BMS (Battery Management System), eliminating traditional wiring and improving battery pack design, modularity and efficiency.

How is the iSCM different from traditional battery monitoring systems?

Unlike conventional solutions that rely on central controllers and complex wiring, the iSCM decentralizes intelligence by embedding it into each cell. It uses secure RF communication, enabling modularity, reducing wiring harness complexity, and lowering system cost and weight.

How does the iSCM support wireless communication?

The iSCM uses secure RF-based communication between each cell and the BMS. It ensures low-latency data transfer, resilience to interference, and encrypted channels for real-time monitoring and control without physical connections.

Can the iSCM be updated over time?

Absolutely. The iSCM supports secure Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates, allowing manufacturers to deploy improvements, fix bugs or enable new features remotely, throughout the product lifecycle.

What value does the iSCM bring to OEMs and Tier1s?

The iSCM helps reduce time-to-market, simplifies battery system integration, and supports new scalable, modular EV platforms. Its smart architecture enables digital services, improves maintenance, and provides long-term adaptability.

Is the iSCM compatible with current battery cell technologies?

Yes. The iSCM is designed to integrate with standard lithium-ion battery cells, with flexible interfaces and customizable firmware to meet different chemistry and form factor requirements.

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