Junction box for a vehicle
US8348679B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R16/0238
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A junction box has a PCB, on which fuses, relays, and a control and communication unit are mounted. The PCB is provided with upper and lower surfaces, on which a first connector and a second connector are respectively positioned. Further, the junction box includes a cover covering the PCB in such a way as to expose the fuses, the first connector, and the second connector. Since the fuses, the relays, and the control and communication unit are mounted on a single board, the junction box reduces manufacturing costs of the board, reduces size and weight of the board, and effectively performs communication with external electronic modules.
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