Serviceable power modules for a power distribution assembly
US6504730B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/1449
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A power distribution assembly (PDA) includes AC and/or DC power modules and control modules that are installed within a chassis that is mounted to a vehicle, such as an aircraft. Each module includes a wiring harness connector and a control connector for attachment to a motherboard. A wiring harness is externally mounted to the chassis to provide a simplified connection for the wiring harness connector. The modules can be individually and selectively removed from the chassis for repair or replacement without having to remove the entire PDA from the aircraft. This is accomplished by simply removing the module from the chassis, thereby disconnecting the aircraft interface and motherboard connectors for the selected modules. Also, a common PDA can be utilized on different types of aircraft by installing desired modules within the chassis. Thus, the number and type of modules are selected to meet predetermined specifications for a specific aircraft and then installed within a PDA common to all aircraft.
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