Two piece high power multiple PCB busbar

Abstract

An electric power distribution assembly for at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) of a Connectivity Control Unit (CCU). The electric power distribution assembly comprises a first block having a plurality of electrical connectors, a plurality of electrical channels, an alignment protrusion, a top surface and a bottom surface. The electric power distribution assembly further comprises a second block having an alignment indentation, an upper face and a lower face. The electric power distribution assembly additionally comprises a plurality of conductive pads housed within the first block. The electric power distribution assembly moreover comprises a plurality of locking members housed within the second block. The electric power distribution assembly further comprises a plurality of fasteners connecting the first block and the second block.

Description

TWO PIECE HIGH POWER MULTIPLE PCB BUSBARTECHNICAL FIELD[1] The present invention relates to an electric power distribution assembly for at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) of a Connectivity Control Unit (CCU).BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[2] The invention relates to the field of an electric power distribution assembly for an automotive vehicle. The electric power distribution assembly provides energy for a Connectivity Control Unit (CCU) of the automotive vehicle, which assists with controlling various features of the vehicle while stationary and / or in motion. The electric power distribution assembly includes, but is not limited to, a first block and a second block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR, at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), and a CCU housing.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[3] An electric power distribution assembly for at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) of a Connectivity Control Unit (CCU). The electric power distribution assembly includes a first block having a plurality of electrical connectors, a plurality of electrical channels, an alignment protrusion, a top surface and a bottom surface. The electric power distribution assembly further includes a second block having an alignment indentation, an upper face and a lower face. The electric power distribution assembly additionally includes a plurality of conductive pads housed within the first block. The electric power distribution assembly moreover includes a plurality of locking members housed within the second block. The electric power distribution assembly further includes a plurality of fasteners connecting the first block and the second block.[4] The foregoing elements and features can be combined in various combinations without exclusivity, unless expressly indicated otherwise. These elements and features, as well as the operation thereof, will become more apparent in view of the following detailed description with accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the following detailed description and accompanying drawings are intended to be exemplary in nature and non-limiting.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS[5] The embodiments of the present disclosure are pointed out with particularity in the appended claims. Various other features will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the disclosed non-limiting embodiments and will be best understood by referring to the following detailed description along with the accompanying drawings in which:[6] Figure 1A illustrates an embodiment of an electric power distribution assembly having a first block and a second block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR.[7] Figure IB illustrates an alternative embodiment of an electric power distribution assembly having a first block and a second block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR.[8] Figure 2 illustrates an embodiment of a first block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR.[9] Figure 3A illustrates an exploded view embodiment of an electric power distribution assembly having a first block and a second block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR, a plurality of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), and a lower housing of the Connectivity Control Unit (CCU).

[0010] Figure 3B illustrates an angled exploded view embodiment of an electric power distribution assembly having a first block and a second block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR, a plurality of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), and a lower housing of the Connectivity Control Unit (CCU).

[0011] Figure 4 illustrates an embodiment of a first block of an electric power distribution BUSBAR and a Printed Circuit Board Assembly.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] Detailed embodiments of the present invention are disclosed herein. It is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely examples of the invention that can be embodied in various and alternative forms. The Figures are not necessarily to scale; some features could be exaggerated or minimized to show details of particular components. Therefore, specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to variously employ the embodiments of the present invention. As those of ordinary skill in the art will understand, various features described and illustrated with reference to any one of the Figures can be combined with features illustrated in one or more other Figures to produce embodiments thatare not explicitly described or illustrated. The combinations of features illustrated provide representative embodiments for typical applications. However, various modifications and combinations of the features consistent with the teachings of this disclosure can be desired for particular applications or implementations.

[0013] "A", "an", and "the" as used herein refers to both singular and plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. By way of example, "a NAME" refers to one NAME or more than one NAME.

[0014] Currently, a single computing device or a plurality of computing devices are used to control various features of an automotive vehicle, such as, but not limited to, vehicle software, lighting options, sensor detections, vehicle braking, vehicle shifting, vehicle acceleration, vehicle deceleration, vehicle turning, forward / reverse movements, and parking functions. An electric power distribution assembly can be utilized to provide energy (eg: electricity) to power the computing device(s) of the vehicle. The vehicle electric power distribution assembly provides energy for a Connectivity Control Unit (CCU) of the automotive vehicle, which assists with controlling various features of the vehicle while stationary and / or in motion. The electric power distribution assembly comprises an electric power distribution (hereinafter known as "BUSBAR") having a first block and a second block, at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), and a CCU housing. Electrical power can be distributed from the BUSBAR to the PCBA(s) within the CCU housing. Moreover, but not limited to, electrical power can be distributed from the first block of the BARBAR to the at least one PCBA encased by the CCU housing.

[0015] For example, the electric power distribution assembly comprises a BUSBAR having a first block and a second block, a first PCBA, a second PCBA, and a CCU housing.

[0016] In one embodiment, the electric power distribution assembly comprises a BUSBAR having a first block (eg: top block) and a second block (eg: bottom block), a first PCBA (eg: upper PCBA), a second PCBA (eg: lower PCBA), and a CCU housing (eg: primary covering and auxiliary covering).

[0017] I n another embodiment, the electric power distribution assembly comprises a BUSBAR having a first block (eg: primary block) and a second block (eg: auxiliary block), a PCBA, and a CCU housing (eg: primary framing and auxiliary framing).

[0018] In yet another embodiment, the electric power distribution assembly comprises a BUSBAR having a first block (eg: primary block) and a second block (eg: auxiliary block), a first PCBA (eg: primary PCBA), a second PCBA (eg: auxiliary PCBA), and a CCU housing (eg: primary casing and auxiliary casing).

[0019] I n an additional embodiment, the electric power distribution assembly comprises a BUSBAR having a first block and a second block, a first PCBA, a second PCBA, and a CCU housing.

[0020] I n an additional embodiment, the electric power distribution assembly comprises a BUSBAR having a first block and a second block, a PCBA, and a CCU housing.

[0021] FIG.1A depicts an electric power distribution assembly 5 having a first block 20 and a second block 30 of a BUSBAR. In one embodiment, but not limited to, the first block 20 can include a plurality of electrical connectors 21, an alignment protrusion 24, a top surface 25, and a bottom surface 26. The first block 20 also can include a plurality of orifices 23, which can house a plurality of conductive pads 40. The second block 30 can include an alignment indentation 32, an upper face 33, and a lower face 34. The second block 30 can also include a plurality of notches 31, which can house a plurality of locking members 45. In one embodiment, but not limited to, the second block 30 can be 99% not conductive, the plurality of orifices 23 can be circular-shaped, the plurality of conductive pads 40 can be circular-shaped, plurality of notches 31 can be circular-shaped, and the plurality of locking members 45 can be circular-shaped holes with threading.

[0022] ln one embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of electrical connectors 21 can be a thread design, a blade design, or any similar design thereof, which is protruding from the first block 20. The plurality of electrical connectors 21 can be a male member connection or a female member connection. The plurality of electrical connectors 21 can have a first portion that is exposed which protrudes and extends outward from the first block 20, while the plurality of electrical connectors 21 can have a second portion that is non-exposed which is enclosed within the first block 20.

[0023] A plurality of fasteners 50 can be housed within the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20 and the plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30. In one embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of fasteners 50 can create a connection between a plurality of conductive pads 40 within a plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20 and a plurality of locking members 45 within a plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30. Each of the plurality of conductive pads 40, within each of the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20, can be in contact with each of plurality of locking members 45, within each of the plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30, by each of the plurality of fasteners 50. Each of the plurality of fasteners 50 can be housed within each of the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20 and each of the plurality of notchesplurality of conductive pads 40 of the first block 20 and each of the plurality of locking members 45 of the second block 30. The plurality of conductive pads 40 can be resistance pads. The plurality of fasteners 50 can have threading, which can match with the threading of the plurality of locking members 45.

[0024] FIG. IB depicts an electric power distribution assembly 5 having a first block 20 and a second block 30 of a BUSBAR. In another embodiment, but not limited to, the first block 20 can include a plurality of electrical connectors 21, an alignment protrusion 24, a top surface 25, and a bottom surface 26. The first block 20 also can include a plurality of orifices 23, which can house a plurality of conductive pads 40. The second block 30 can include an alignment indentation 32, an upper face 33, and a lower face 34. The second block 30 can also include a plurality of notches 31, which can house a plurality of locking members 45. In another embodiment, but not limited to, the second block 30 can be 99% not conductive, the plurality of orifices 23 can be square-shaped or rectangular-shaped, the plurality of conductive pads 40 can be square-shaped or rectangular-shaped, plurality of notches 31 can be circular-shaped, and the plurality of locking members 45 can be circular-shaped poles with threading.

[0025] A plurality of locking members 45 can be housed within the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20 and the plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30. In another embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of fasteners 50 can create a connection between a plurality of conductive pads 40 within a plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20 and a plurality of locking members 45 within a plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30. Each of the plurality of conductive pads 40, within each of the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20, can be in contact with each of plurality of locking members 45, within each of the plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30, by each of the plurality of fasteners 50. Each of the plurality of locking members 45 can be housed within each of the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20 and each of the plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30. Each of the plurality of locking members 45 can be housed within each of the plurality of conductive pads 40 of the first block 20 and each of the plurality of fasteners 50. The plurality of conductive pads 40 can be resistance pads. The plurality of fasteners 50 can have threading, which can match with the threading of the plurality of locking members 45.

[0026] FIG. 2 depicts a first block 20 of a BUSBAR. The first block 20 can include a plurality of electrical connectors 21, a plurality of electrical channels 22, a plurality of orifices 23, an alignment protrusion 24, a top surface 25 and a bottom surface 26. In one embodiment, but not limited to,a plurality of conductive pads 40 can be housed within the plurality of orifices 23. The plurality of conductive pads 40 can be resistance pads 60, which can have an upper part 61 and a lower part 62. The power connection, such as electricity, can start at the plurality of electrical connectors 21, then the power can travel to the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through the plurality of electrical channels 22 to the plurality of conductive pads 40. Moreover, the electrical power connection can start at each of the plurality of electrical connectors 21, then the electricity power can travel to each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 to each of the plurality of conductive pads 40. As seen in FIG. 2, the plurality of electrical connectors 21 can be in direct contact with the plurality of electrical channels 22 for electrical connection amongst conductive items.

[0027] I n another embodiment, but not limited to, the power connection, such as electricity, can start at each of the plurality of electrical connectors 21, then the electricity power can travel to each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 to each of the plurality of conductive pads 40, wherein each of the plurality of fasteners 50 can connect each of the plurality of conductive pads 40 with each of the plurality of locking members 45 to create an electrical circuit of power. The plurality of conductive pads 40 and the plurality of locking members 45 can be made of conductive material, such as a metal, metal alloy, brass, steel, high-carbon steel, material with gold coating, material with silver coating, or any similar material thereof. The plurality of fasteners 50 can be made of conductive material, such as a metal, metal alloy, brass, steel, high-carbon steel, material with gold coating, material with silver coating, or any similar material thereof. It should be understood that brass can be a desirable conductive material as brass helps with corrosion resistance. As seen in FIG. 2, the plurality of electrical connectors 21 can be in direct power contact with the plurality of electrical channels 22 for the transfer of electricity. The plurality of conductive pads 40 can in direct power contact with the plurality of electrical channels 22 for the transfer of electricity. Thus, the transfer of electricity can occur from the plurality of electrical connectors 21 to the plurality of electrical channels 22 to the plurality of conductive pads 40 by direct power contact.

[0028] In yet another embodiment, but not limited to, a non-conductive potting material 55 can prevent moisture from wicking into main housing of the first block 20, so the potting material 55 is non-conductive can act as a sealant for the first block 20. The potting material 55 can prevent moisture from wicking into the first block 20. The potting material 55 can be a plastic, polymer, polymer matrix composite (PMC), silicon, silicon blend, epoxy, urethane, or any combination ofnon-conductive materials. The potting material 55 can act as a watertight seal barrier for the first block 20, so water can no longer seep or wick into the first block 20. The potting material 55 can act as a caulking to seal the exterior from the interior of the first block 20. The potting material 55 can act as a watertight seal barrier at or around the plurality of electrical connectors 21. The potting material 55 can act as a watertight seal barrier at or around the plurality of electrical channels 22. The potting material 55 can act as a caulking to seal at or around the plurality of electrical connectors 21. The potting material 55 can act as a caulking to seal at or around the plurality of electrical channels 22. Moreover, the potting material 55 can act as a caulking or watertight seal barrier at the connection point of the plurality of electrical connectors 21 with the plurality of electrical channels 22. Furthermore, within the confines of the first block 20, the potting material 55 can act as a caulking or watertight seal barrier at the connection point of the plurality of electrical connectors 21 with the plurality of electrical channels 22. The non-conductive potting material 55 can act as an insulator, with insulative properties, between the plurality of electrical channels 22 and the plurality of electrical connectors 21.

[0029] I n FIG. 3A, an electric power distribution assembly 5 is depicted with Fig. 3B showing an alternate view of the power distribution assembly 5. In FIG. 3A, the electric power distribution assembly 5 includes a first block 20 and a second block 30 of a BUSBAR, at least one PCBA 10, and a lower housing 16 of the CCU 15. The at least one PCBA 10 can have a plurality of PCBAs, which can be a first PCBA 11 and a second PCBA 12. In one embodiment, but not limited to, the first PCBA 11 can be in contact with the top surface 25 of the first block 20, and the second PCBA 11 can be in contact with the upper face 33 of the second block 30 and in contact with the bottom surface 26 of the first block 20. The plurality of fasteners 50 can create a direct contact with the plurality of locking members 45. Furthermore, each of the plurality of fasteners 50 can create a direct contact with each of the plurality of locking members 45. The plurality of conductive pads 40 and the plurality of locking members 45 can house the plurality of fasteners 50. Furthermore, each of the plurality of conductive pads 40 and each of the plurality of locking members 45 can house each of the plurality of fasteners 50. The plurality of fasteners 50 can create a connection between the first PCBA 11, the first block 20, the second PCBA 12, and the second block 30. Moreover, the plurality of fasteners 50 can create a connection between the first PCBA 11, the plurality of conductive pads 40 of the first block 20, the second PCBA 12, and the plurality of locking members 45 of the second block 30. Additionally, the plurality offasteners 50 can create a connection between the first PCBA 11, the plurality of conductive pads 40 housed within the plurality of orifices 23 of the first block 20, the second PCBA 12, and the plurality of locking members 45 housed within the plurality of notches 31 of the second block 30.

[0030] I n another embodiment, but not limited to, the power connection, such as electricity, can start at the plurality of electrical connectors 21, then the power can travel to the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through the plurality of electrical channels 22 to the plurality of conductive pads 40, which can provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12. Moreover, the power connection, such as electricity, can start at each of the plurality of electrical connectors 21, then the power can travel to each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 to each of the plurality of conductive pads 40, which can provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12.

[0031] In yet another embodiment, but not limited to, there can be an attachment of the plurality of fasteners 50 with the second block 30, which can cause contact between the first PCBA 11, the first block 20, and the second PCBA 12. Therein, for the first block 20, electrical current power can travel from the plurality of electrical connectors 21 to the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through the plurality of electrical channels 22 to the plurality of conductive pads 40, which can provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12.

[0032] In yet another embodiment, but not limited to, there can be an attachment of the plurality of fasteners 50 with the plurality of locking members 45 of the second block 30, which can cause contact between the first PCBA 11, the plurality of conductive pads 40 of the first block 20, and the second PCBA 12. Therein, for the first block 20, electrical current power can travel from the plurality of electrical connectors 21 to the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through the plurality of electrical channels 22 to the plurality of conductive pads 40, which can provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12.

[0033] In yet another embodiment, but not limited to, there can be an attachment of each of the plurality of fasteners 50 with each of the plurality of locking members 45 of the second block 30, which can cause contact between the first PCBA 11, each of the plurality of conductive pads 40 of the first block 20, and the second PCBA 12. Therein, for the first block 20, electrical current power can travel from each of the plurality of electrical connectors 21 to each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 through each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 to each of theplurality of conductive pads 40, which can provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12.

[0034] FIG. 3B depicts an electric power distribution assembly 5 having a first block 20 and a second block 30 of a BUSBAR, at least one PCBA 10, and a lower housing 16 of the CCU 15. FIG. 3B is an alternate view of FIG. 3A.

[0035] ln one embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of conductive pads 40 can be resistance pads, which can provide the correct spacing between the at least one PCBA 10. In another embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of conductive pads 40 can be resistance pads, which can provide the correct spacing between the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12.

[0036] ln one embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of electrical connectors 21 can be at a quantity of four, due to redundancy with the design of the electric power distribution assembly 5 and / or the CCU 15. In another embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of fasteners 50 can be at a quantity of four, or can be at a quantity of three.

[0037] In one embodiment, but not limited to, the at least one PCBA 10 can be notched or keyed to lock into place with at least one of the electric power distribution assembly 5, the CCU 15, the first block 20, the second block 30, or any combination thereof. In another embodiment, but not limited to, the first PCBA 11 can be notched or keyed to lock into place with at least one of the electric power distribution assembly 5, the CCU 15, the first block 20, the second block 30, or any combination thereof. In yet another embodiment, but not limited to, the second PCBA 12 can be notched or keyed to lock into place with at least one of the electric power distribution assembly 5, the CCU 15, the first block 20, the second block 30, or any combination thereof. In yet another embodiment, but not limited to, the first PCBA 11 and the second PCBA 12 can each be notched or keyed to lock into place with at least one of the electric power distribution assembly 5, the CCU 15, the first block 20, the second block 30, or any combination thereof.

[0038] In one embodiment, but not limited to, the at least one PCBA 10, the first PCBA 11, the second PCBA 12, or any combination thereof can float in space to take up tolerance in relation to at least one of the electric power distribution assembly 5, the CCU 15, the first block 20, the second block 30, or any combination thereof.

[0039] FIG. 4 depicts a first block 20 of a BUSBAR and a first PCBA 11. The first block 20 can include the plurality of electrical connectors 21. In one embodiment, but not limited to, the plurality of fasteners 50 connects the first PCBA 11 to the first block 20, wherein the plurality of conductive pads 40 are housed within the first block 20. Therein, with the direct contact between theplurality of locking members 45 (of the second block 30) and the plurality of fasteners 50, electrical power connection can travel from the plurality of electrical connectors 21 to the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through the plurality of electrical channels 22 to the plurality of conductive pads 40, which can then provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11.

[0040] ln another embodiment, but not limited to, each of the plurality of fasteners 50 connects the first PCBA 11 to the first block 20, wherein each of the plurality of conductive pads 40 are housed within the first block 20. Therein, with the direct contact between each of the plurality of locking members 45 (of the second block 30) and each of the plurality of fasteners 50, electrical power connection can travel from each of the plurality of electrical connectors 21 to each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 and through each of the plurality of electrical channels 22 to each of the plurality of conductive pads 40, which can then provide electrical power to the first PCBA 11.

[0041] The methods, processes, or algorithms disclosed herein can be deliverable to or implemented by a processing device, controller, or computer, which can include any existing programmable electronic control unit or dedicated electronic control unit. Also, the methods, processes, or algorithms can be implemented in a software executable object. Furthermore, the methods, processes, or algorithms can be stored as data and instructions executable by a controller or computer in many forms including, but not limited to, information permanently stored on non- writable storage media, such as ROM devices, and information alterably stored on writeable storage media, such as floppy disks, magnetic tapes, CDs, RAM devices, and other magnetic and optical media. Computing devices described herein generally include computer-executable instructions, where the instructions can be executable by one or more computing or hardware devices, such as those listed above. Such instructions and other data can be stored and transmitted using a variety of computer-readable media. Computer-executable instructions can be compiled or interpreted from computer programs created using a variety of programming languages and / or technologies, including, without limitation, and either alone or in combination, Java™, C, C++, Visual Basic, Java Script, Perl, etc. In general, a processor (e.g., a microprocessor) receives instructions (e.g., from a memory, a computer-readable medium, etc.) and executes these instructions, thereby performing one or more processes, including one or more of the processes described herein. Moreover, the methods, processes, or algorithms can be embodied in whole or in part using suitable hardware components, such as Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), state machines,controllers or other hardware components or devices, or a combination of hardware, software and firmware components.

[0042] While exemplary embodiments are described above, it is not intended that these embodiments describe all possible forms encompassed by the claims of the invention. While the present disclosure is described with reference to the figures, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes can be made and equivalents can be substituted without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. The words used in the specification are words of description rather than limitation, and it is further understood that various changes can be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention disclosure. In addition, various modifications can be applied to adapt the teachings of the present disclosure to particular situations, applications, and / or materials, without departing from the essential scope and spirit thereof. Additionally, the features of various embodiments can be combined to form further embodiments of the invention that cannot be explicitly described or illustrated. While various embodiments can have been described as providing advantages or being preferred over other embodiments or prior art implementations with respect to one or more desired characteristics, those of ordinary skill in the art recognize that one or more features or characteristics could be compromised to achieve desired overall system attributes, which depend on the specific application and implementation. These attributes can include, but not limited to, strength, cost, durability, life cycle cost, appearance, marketability, size, packaging, weight, serviceability, manufacturability, ease of assembly, etc. Therefore, to the extent any embodiments are described as less desirable than other embodiments or prior art implementations with respect to one or more characteristics, these embodiments are not outside the scope of the disclosure and can be desirable for particular applications. Thus, the present disclosure is thus not limited to the particular examples disclosed herein, but includes all embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

Claims1. An electric power distribution assembly for at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) of a Connectivity Control Unit (CCU), comprising a first block having a plurality of electrical connectors, a plurality of electrical channels, an alignment protrusion, a top surface and a bottom surface; a second block having an alignment indentation, an upper face and a lower face; a plurality of conductive pads housed within the first block; a plurality of locking members housed within the second block; and a plurality of fasteners connects the first block and the second block.

2. The electric power distribution assembly according to the preceding claim, wherein the first block having a plurality of orifices, and the plurality of conductive pads housed within the plurality of orifices.

3. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the second block having a plurality of notches, and the plurality of locking members housed within the plurality of notches.

4. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein each of the plurality of electrical connectors is electrically connected to one of the plurality of electrical channels, and wherein the one of the plurality of electrical channels is electrically connected to at least one of the plurality of conductive pads.

5. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the first block and the second block are configured to be attached by the plurality of locking members and the plurality of fasteners.

6. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the top surface of the first block is in contact with a first Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA1) of the at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA).

7. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the bottom surface of the first block is in contact with a second Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA2) of the at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA).

8. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the upper face of the second block is in contact with a second Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA2) of the at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA).

9. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein each of the plurality of electrical connectors are electrically connected to a first Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA1), of the at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), through one of the plurality of electrical channels and at least one of the plurality of conductive pads.

10. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein each of the plurality of electrical connectors are electrically connected to a second Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA2), of the at least one Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), through one of the plurality of electrical channels and at least one of the plurality of conductive pads.

11. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the plurality of conductive pads and the plurality of locking members are configured to house the plurality of fasteners.

12. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the plurality of locking members are in direct contact with the plurality of fasteners.

13. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the alignment protrusion and the alignment indentation are in contact with a lower housing of the Connectivity Control Unit (CCU).

14. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the first block and the plurality of electrical connectors are in direct contact with a potting material, the potting material to prevent moisture from wicking into at least one of the first block and the second block.

15. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the second block is below the first block.

16. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein each of the plurality of conductive pads is a resistance pad, with the resistance pad having an upper part and a lower part.

17. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein each of the plurality of electrical connectors is electrically connected to one of the plurality of electrical channels, and wherein the one of the plurality of electrical channels is electrically connected to one of the plurality of conductive pads.

18. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the plurality of locking members and the plurality of fasteners secure the first block to the second block.

19. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the first block is a non-conductive material, and the second block is a non-conductive material.

20. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein each of the plurality of orifices connects the top surface and the bottom surface.

21. The electric power distribution assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein the alignment protrusion is between the top surface and the bottom surface, and the alignment indentation is on the lower face.

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