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Modular electronic package

  • US 4,918,572 A
  • Filed: 12/27/1988
  • Issued: 04/17/1990
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/27/1988
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of assembling an electronic module, said method comprising the following steps:

  • (a) providing a box-like housing member having two substantially open opposing sides;

    (b) providing at least two electronic sub-modules, each of said electronic sub-modules performing a sub-function of said electronic mdoule and each comprising a first connector means;

    (c) securing a circuit board within said housing member substantially coplanar with said sides, said circuit board comprising(i) a plurality of electrical conductors,(ii) second connector means coupled to said plurality of conductors and located on a first side of said circuit board, and(iii) third connector means coupled to said plurality of conductors and located on a second side of said circuit board;

    (d) inserting a first one of said electronic submodules through one side of said housing member until its first connector means couples to said second connector means; and

    (e) inserting a second one of said electronic submodules through another side of said housing member until its first connector means couples to said third connector means;

    whereby said electronic module can be assembled without utilizing wiring harnesses.

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