Description: TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure relates, in general, to electrical connectors, and more specifically, relates to a PCB-type connector incorporating passive devices.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are a common form of electrical circuit packaging. Currently, many electrical devices like computers, routers, switchers, and vehicles may contain a backplane comprising active devices and at least one slot to connect a respective PCB. The PCBs are linked to the backplane with connectors, these connectors must meet specific electrical and mechanical requirements, e.g., signals must be transmitted without deformation and at high speed. The PCBs must be able to be inserted and extracted from the connectors relatively easily and must be retained so that necessary electrical connections are maintained.
[0003] The PCB-based component is shown in FIG. 1A to FIG. 1C as a connector that incorporates passive devices such as a diode, resistor, capacitors, and the like. However, the existing PCB based component as a connector has several limitations that are as follows:
• bulky devices in both dimensionally as well as by weight parameter
• inability to use as a device connector due to its bulky structure.
• lack of available solutions with a compact design for passive devices
• lack of component feasibility with interchangeability to use diode, resistor, and capacitors
• increase in manufacturing cost
• costly due to header connector
• the mounting aspect of the component is difficult
• the rattling of PCB and passive devices within the device connector, and the likes.
[0004] Therefore, it is desired to overcome the drawbacks, shortcomings, and limitations associated with existing solutions, and develop a compact, robust, cost-effective, and efficient PCB type connector in form of an apparatus that accommodates PCB assembly and passive devices therewithin without any rattling issue, where the apparatus can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector.

OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0005] An object of the present disclosure is to overcome the drawbacks, shortcomings, and limitations associated with existing solutions.
[0006] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a compact and efficient apparatus for accommodating passive devices and PCB assembly, which requires relatively low manufacturing costs and maintenance.
[0007] Another object of the present disclosure is to restrict the rattling of PCB assembly within electrical connectors or the apparatus.
[0008] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an apparatus that can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector.
[0009] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an apparatus that is easily serviceable with enhanced quality.
[0010] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an apparatus that provides rattle-proof design.
[0011] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an apparatus for accommodating passive devices and PCB assembly, where the apparatus can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector
[0012] Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide an apparatus with a flexible mounting structure.

SUMMARY
[0013] The present disclosure relates, in general, to electrical connectors, and more specifically, relates to an electrical connector or apparatus incorporating passive devices. The main objective of the present disclosure is to overcome the limitations of the prior art by providing a compact and cost-efficient apparatus that can incorporate passive devices, where the apparatus can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector in assembly. The PCB straight terminals are soldered on PCB along with passive devices, where the PCB plate is capable to incorporate passive devices such as diodes, resistors or capacitors as per requirement. The PCB plate is located in the case using PCB locators, where rattling between PCB to the case is controlled using PCB locators to facilitate rattle-proof design. The apparatus can be easily serviceable with enhanced quality. Further, the mounting aspect of the apparatus is flexible, where the apparatus can be mounted using any or a combination of hanging mode, sticky tape and tie band.
[0014] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an apparatus for printed circuit board assembly. The apparatus comprises a housing adapted to receive and hold the printed circuit board (PCB) assembly therewithin. The PCB assembly comprises one or more passive devices mounted over a PCB plate and a set of straight electrical terminals extending from the bottom of the PCB plate. The housing comprises a base cover having a recess portion comprising one or more first holes configured in the housing. Further, each of the first holes is adapted to receive and hold at least a length of one of the corresponding terminals of the PCB assembly therewithin. The apparatus further comprises a top cover plate movably coupled with the base cover and adapted to cover the PCB assembly accommodated within the housing. The top cover plate comprises one or more locators adapted to align and engage with one or more second holes provided on the PCB plate so as to facilitate alignment, and positioning of the terminals of the PCB assembly within the corresponding one or more first holes, and restrict rattling of the PCB assembly using locators provided in base cover and top cover plate. Further, the apparatus and a first locking member mounted on a side portion of the top cover plate that is adapted to engage and disengage with a second locking member mounted on a corresponding side portion of the base cover upon movement of the top cover plate between a closed position and an open position, respectively, with respect to the base cover.
[0015] According to an embodiment, the one or more passive devices can include a resistor, a capacitor, a diode, and any combination thereof.
[0016] According to an embodiment, the top cover plate can be coupled with the base cover through a hinge member.
[0017] According to an embodiment, movement of the top cover plate to the closed position provides a uniform downward force that acts on the PCB assembly to facilitate the first locking member to engage with the corresponding second locking member.
[0018] According to an embodiment, movement of the top cover plate to the open position creates a lifting movement to provide a uniform upward force to facilitate disengagement of the first locking member from the corresponding second locking member.
[0019] According to an embodiment, at the closed position, the top cover plate covers the PCB assembly. Further, at the open position, the top cover plate is adapted to expose and allow accessing the PCB assembly.
[0020] According to an embodiment, the apparatus is adapted to be mounted on a mounting structure by direct hanging the apparatus or using a fastener selected from any or a combination of a sticky tape, and a tie band. In an embodiment, the mounting structure can be associated with a vehicle.
[0021] According to an embodiment, at least an outer surface of the base cover is adapted to hold a portion of the fastener to facilitate the mounting of the apparatus on the mounting structure.
[0022] According to an embodiment, the base cover can be configured to facilitate electrical coupling of the apparatus and the PCB assembly, to one or more devices selected from any or a combination of an electrical device, mobile device, computing device, display device, vehicles, and equipment, and the likes, through an electrical harness.
[0023] According to an embodiment, the apparatus allows mating connectors associated with the electrical harness to be inserted within the apparatus through the bottom of the one or more first holes of the base cover plate upon attaching a first end of the electrical harness to the bottom of the base cover plate such that the terminals of the PCB assembly get electrically coupled to the mating connectors of the cable, thereby operatively coupling the corresponding device to the PCB assembly.
[0024] Various objects, features, aspects, and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0025] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further illustrate aspects of the present disclosure. The disclosure may be better understood by reference to the drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specific embodiments presented herein.
[0026] FIG. 1A illustrates a conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly.
[0027] FIG. 1B illustrates a conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly in an open state.
[0028] FIG. 1C illustrates a conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly in a closed state.
[0029] FIG. 2A illustrates an exemplary exploded view of the proposed PCB type connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0030] FIG. 2B illustrates an exemplary view of the PCB type connector in a closed state, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0031] FIG. 2C illustrates an exemplary functional component of the PCB type connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0032] FIG. 3A illustrates an exemplary view of hanging type mounting of the PCB connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0033] FIG. 3B illustrates an exemplary view of the PCB type connector mounted using sticky tape, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0034] FIG. 3C illustrates an exemplary view of the PCB type connector mounted using tie band, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0035] FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary assembling process of the PCB type connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0036] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. If the specification states a component or feature “may”, “can”, “could”, or “might” be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[0037] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0038] FIG. 1A illustrates a conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly. The conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly 100 includes a PCB 102, passive devices 104, and header connector 106. The header connector 106 includes an array of electrical contacts that are electrically connected to the passive devices 104 and engage with other connectors of the electronic module.
[0039] FIG. 1B illustrates a conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly in an open state. Referring to FIG. 1B, the conventional assembly includes a cover 108 adapted to cover the PCB type passive device box assembly 100.
[0040] FIG. 1C illustrates a conventional PCB-type passive device box assembly in a closed state. The closed state of the PCB-type passive device box assembly is illustrated in FIG. 1C. The PCB-based component is shown in FIG. 1A to FIG. 1C as a connector incorporates passive devices such as a diode, resistor, capacitors, and the like. The existing PCB based component as a connector has several limitations that are as follows:
• bulky devices in both dimensionally as well as by weight parameter
• inability to use as a device connector due to its bulky structure.
• lack of available solutions with a compact design for passive devices
• lack of component feasibility with interchangeability to use diode, resistor, and capacitors
• Increase in manufacturing cost
• costly due to header connector
• the mounting aspect of the component is difficult, and
• the rattling of PCB and passive devices within the device connector
[0041] The proposed apparatus disclosed in the present disclosure overcomes the drawbacks, shortcomings, and limitations associated with the prior art by providing a compact, robust, cost-effective, and efficient PCB type connector in form of an apparatus that accommodates PCB assembly and passive devices therewithin without any rattling issue, where the apparatus can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector. Accordingly, the dimensional and weight of the overall apparatus are reduced, thereby reducing the manufacturing cost. Further, the mounting aspect of the apparatus is flexible, where the apparatus can be mounted on mounting structures using any or a combination of sticky tape, tie band, and the like.
[0042] The PCB plate is located in the case using PCB locators, where rattling between PCB to the case is controlled using PCB locators, thus enabling rattle-proof design. The PCB straight terminals are soldered on PCB along with passive devices, where the PCB plate is configured to accommodate passive devices such as diodes, resistors or capacitors as per requirement. The present disclosure can include multiple numbers of electrical terminals as positive and negative poles. The present disclosure can be described in enabling detail in the following examples, which may represent more than one embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0043] The advantages achieved by the apparatus of the present disclosure can be clear from the embodiments provided herein. The PCB-type connector component incorporating passive devices is easily serviceable with enhanced quality. The apparatus is easy from the tooling and product assembly aspect. The apparatus provides rattle-proof design and enables easy and compact assembly of the components. Further, the apparatus can be mounted in a flexible manner. The description of terms and features related to the present disclosure shall be clear from the embodiments that are illustrated and described; however, the invention is not limited to these embodiments only. Numerous modifications, changes, variations, substitutions, and equivalents of the embodiments are possible within the scope of the present disclosure. Additionally, the invention can include other embodiments that are within the scope of the claims but are not described in detail with respect to the following description.
[0044] FIG. 2A illustrates an exemplary exploded view of the proposed PCB type connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0045] Referring to FIG. 2A, the proposed PCB type connector 200 (also referred to as an apparatus 200, herein) is adapted to accommodate a PCB assembly 202 and electronic components 220 (also interchangeably referred to as passive devices 220, herein) associated with the PCB assembly 202. The apparatus 200 made of plastic material can include housing 204-1, top cover plate 206, base cover 204-2, one or more locators (210-1, 210-2), one or more locking members (212-1, 212-2), hinge member 214, and tie band provision 216. The housing 204-1 has a dimension adapted to receive and hold the printed circuit board (PCB) assembly 202. The PCB assembly 202 can include PCB plate 218, electronic components 220, terminals 222, and one or more second holes 208.
[0046] The housing 204-1 as presented in the example preferably has a square configuration. As can be appreciated, the present disclosure may not be limited to this configuration but may be extended to other configurations. The housing 204-1 can include the base cover 204-2 that is coupled to the top cover plate 206 through the hinge member 214. The housing 204-1 further defines a recess portion 226 shown in FIG.2C at an inner surface of the base cover 204-2, where the recess portion 226 can accommodate the PCB assembly 202.
[0047] The PCB assembly 202 can include an insulating substrate of a material commonly commercially used for making PCBs. On the first surface of the substrate, multiple traces are formed by conventional PCB techniques, where the traces may include contact pads at one end adapted to have terminals 222 secured to them, as by conventional surface mounting techniques (SMT) using solder or welding. The passive devices 220 can be associated with the traces on the PCB plate 218. The passive devices 220 may include resistors, capacitors, diodes, and any combination thereof.
[0048] In an embodiment, the recess portion 226 can include one or more first holes 224 shown in FIG. 2C. Each of the first holes 224 can be adapted to receive and hold one of the corresponding terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202. The top cover plate 206 can be coupled with the base cover 204-2, where the top cover plate 206 can be adapted to cover the PCB assembly 202. Further, top cover plate 206 and the base cover 204-2 includes one or more locators (210-1 and 210-2) comprising a first locator 210-1 and a second locator 210-2. The second locator 210-2 can be adapted to align and engage with second holes 208 provided on the PCB plate 218 so as to facilitate alignment, and positioning of the terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202 within the corresponding first holes 224. The first locator 210-1 can be adapted and locate on the surface of PCB plate 218 by compressive fitment after assembly of top cover 206 with base cover 204-2 by aligning the assembly of locking members (212-1, 212-2). Both locators (210-1, 210-2) facilitates the alignment of PCB along with terminals to the base housing and restriction to rattling of the PCB assembly 202.
[0049] The one or more locking members (212-1, 212-2) can include a first locking member 212-1 and a second locking member 212-2. The first locking member 212-1 can be mounted on the side portions of the top cover plate 206 and the second locking member 212-2 can be mounted on the corresponding side portion of the base cover 204-2. The first locking member 212-1 can be adapted to engage and disengage with the second locking member 212-2 mounted on the base cover 204-2 upon movement of the top cover plate 206 between a closed position and an open position, respectively, with respect to the base cover 204
[0050] In another embodiment, the movement of the top cover plate 206 to the open position creates a lifting movement to provide a uniform upward force to facilitate the first locking member 212-1 to disengage and un-lock with the corresponding second locking member 212-2. At the open position, the first locking member 212-1 is adapted to expose and allow accessing of the PCB assembly 202. Further, the movement of the top cover plate 206 to the closed position provides a uniform downward force that acts on the PCB assembly 202 to facilitate engagement of the first locking member 212-1 to engage and lock with the corresponding second locking member.
[0051] FIG. 2B illustrates an exemplary view of PCB type connector in a closed state, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In an embodiment, the movement of the top cover plate 206 to the closed position provides the uniform downward force to act on the PCB assembly 202 to facilitate engagement or locking of the first locking member 212-1 with the corresponding second locking member 212-2. At the closed position, the first locking member 212-1 completely covers the PCB assembly 202 and protects the PCB assembly 202 and the interior of the apparatus from dust, weathering, and rodents.
[0052] In an embodiment, the base cover 204-2 can include a provision 216 located at an outer surface of the base cover 204-2 to facilitate mounting of the apparatus 200, using a fastener, to a mounting structure, and/or a structure associated with a device selected from an electrical device, mobile device, computing device, vehicles and the like. Provision 216 can be adapted to hold a portion of a fastener such as a tie band, adhesive tape, and the like. The fastener can facilitate the mounting of the apparatus on the mounting structure or the structure of the device. Further, the apparatus can also be directly hung on the structure.
[0053] In an exemplary embodiment, apparatus 200 comprises ten poles/terminals i.e., number of input poles + number of output poles.
[0054] In an exemplary embodiment, the apparatus 200 can be mounted to the device or the mounting structure using in a hanging mode, or using the sticky tape and tie band.
[0055] In an implementation, apparatus 200 can be adapted to allow the electrical terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202 to be inserted from the top of the first holes 224 of the base cover 204-2 when the PCB assembly 202 is positioned within the recess portion 226. The apparatus 200 further allows the mating connectors associated with an electrical harness 228 such as wire harness or cable, and the likes, shown in FIG. 3A to 3C, to be inserted within the apparatus 200 through the bottom of the one or more first holes 224 of the base cover 204-2 upon attaching a first end of the electrical harness 228 to the bottom of the base cover 204-2, such that the electrical terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202 get connected to the mating connectors of the electrical harness 228, thereby electrically or operatively coupling the PCB assembly 202 to the cable 228.
[0056] Further, the second end of the electrical harness 228 can be connected to the device or components of a vehicle, thereby electrically or operatively coupling the PCB assembly 202 to the corresponding devices or components of the vehicle, through the electrical harness 228. This can allow the flow of electrical power, data, and signals, between the PCB assembly 202 and the device or the vehicle.
[0057] FIG. 2C illustrates an exemplary functional component of the PCB type connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The base cover 204-2 can include one or more first holes 224 in the recess portion 226 of the base cover 204-2, where each of the first holes 224 are adapted to receive and hold corresponding terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202. The electronic component 220 can be associated with the traces on the PCB plate 218. The electronic components 220 may include resistors, capacitors, diodes, and any combination thereof. The straight terminals are soldered on the PCB plate 218 along with passive devices 220.
[0058] The embodiments of the present disclosure described above provide several advantages. The PCB type connector component accommodates passive devices and is easily serviceable with enhanced quality. The apparatus is easy from the tooling and product assembly aspect. The PCB plate 218 is located in the case using PCB locators (210-1, 210-2), where rattling between PCB plate 218 to the case is controlled using PCB locators (210-1, 210-2), thus restricting rattling and providing a rattle-proof design. The PCB straight terminals 22 are soldered on PCB plate 218 along with passive devices 220, where the PCB plate is capable to incorporate passive devices such as diodes, resistors, or capacitors as per requirement. The apparatus includes multiple numbers of poles. Further, the apparatus can be mounted in a flexible manner using any or a combination of hanging mode, sticky tape, and tie band.
[0059] FIG. 3A illustrates an exemplary view depicting hanging type mounting of the PCB connector or apparatus, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In the hanging type mounting method, apparatus 200 can be used for electrical connection, where one end of the apparatus 200 is coupled to the mating connector from W/H side/cable 228 of any device, and the second end of the apparatus 200 is allowed to hang.
[0060] The apparatus 200 allows the mating connectors associated with the wire harness or cable 228, and the likes, to be inserted within the apparatus 200 through the bottom of the one or more first holes 224 of the base cover 204-2 upon attaching a first end of the cable 228 to the bottom of the base cover 204-2, such that the electrical terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202 get connected to the mating connectors of the cable 228, thereby electrically or operatively coupling the PCB assembly 202 to the cable 228. Further, the second end of the electrical harness 228 can be connected to the device selected from an electrical device, mobile device, computing device, vehicles, and the like, thereby electrically or operatively coupling the PCB assembly 202 to the corresponding devices through the cable 228.
[0061] FIG. 3B illustrates an exemplary view depicting the PCB type connector or apparatus mounted using sticky tape, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The apparatus 200 can electrically or operatively couple the PCB assembly 202 to the corresponding devices through the electrical harness 228 by mounting the apparatus 200 using a sticky tape wound around the apparatus 200.
[0062] FIG. 3C illustrates an exemplary view depicting the PCB type connector mounted using a tie band, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The apparatus 200 can be used to electrically or operatively couple the PCB assembly 202 to the corresponding devices by mounting the apparatus using the tie band, where the tie band 216 is located at an outer surface of the base cover 204-2 to facilitate mounting of the apparatus.
[0063] FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary assembling process of PCB type connector, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0064] Referring to FIG. 4, the different stages of apparatus assembling process as are follows:
Stage 1: PCB assembly preparation and case molding:
[0065] The PCB assembly 202 can include an insulating substrate of a material commercially used for making PCBs. The substrate can be a substantially planar resin impregnated fiber assembly having a suitable thickness. On the first surface of the substrate, multiple traces are formed by conventional PCB techniques. The traces may include contact pads at one end adapted to have metal terminals 222 secured to them, as by conventional surface mounting techniques (SMT). The straight metal terminals 222 are soldered on the PCB plate 218 along with passive devices 220.
[0066] The electronic components 220 such as resistors, capacitors, and diodes, could be associated with traces on the PCB plate 218. These electronic components 220 can be easily incorporated into the PCB plate 218 using known manufacturing processes such as solder or welding.
Stage 2: Assembly process:
[0067] The PCB assembly 202 can be inserted in a slide fit manner and disposed of onto the recess portion 226 of the housing 204-1, where the base cover 204-2 includes one or more first holes 224 in the recess portion 226. Each of the first holes 224 can be adapted to receive and hold one of the corresponding terminals 222 of the PCB assembly 202. The top cover plate 206 can be coupled with the base cover 204-2, where the top cover plate 206 covers the PCB assembly 202. The top cover plate 206 is adapted to cover the PCB assembly 202 and comprises one or more locators (210-1, 210-2), where the locator 210-2 are aligned with one or more second holes 208 provided on the PCB plate 218. The first locking member 212-1 adapted to engage i.e., press the top cover plate to lock with the second locking member 212-2 mounted on the side portions of the base cover 204-2 to close the PCB assembly 202.
Stage 3: Mounting process:
[0068] The mating connector from electrical harness 228 can be inserted to one end of the apparatus 200, where the apparatus 200 can be flexibly mounted to any device using any or a combination of hanging mode, sticky tape, and tie band
[0069] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the apparatus 200 of the disclosure may be provided using some or all of the mentioned features and components without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. While various embodiments of the present disclosure have been illustrated and described herein, it will be clear that the disclosure is not limited to these embodiments only. Numerous modifications, changes, variations, substitutions, and equivalents will be apparent to those skilled in the art, without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure, as described in the claims.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0070] The present disclosure overcomes the drawbacks, shortcomings, and limitations associated with existing solutions.
[0071] The present disclosure provides a compact and efficient apparatus for accommodating passive devices and PCB assembly, which requires relatively low manufacturing costs and maintenance.
[0072] The present disclosure restricts rattling of PCB assembly within electrical connectors or the apparatus.
[0073] The present disclosure provides an apparatus that can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector.
[0074] The present disclosure provides an apparatus that is easily serviceable with enhanced quality.
[0075] The present disclosure provides an apparatus that provides a rattle-proof design.
[0076] The present disclosure provides an apparatus for accommodating passive devices and PCB assembly, where the apparatus can be used as a device connector as well as an inline connector
[0077] The present disclosure provides an apparatus with a flexible mounting structure and facility.

, Claims: 1. An apparatus (200) for a printed circuit board assembly (202), the apparatus (200) comprising:
a housing (204-1) adapted to receive and hold the printed circuit board (PCB) assembly (202) therewithin, the PCB assembly (202) comprising one or more passive devices (220) mounted over a PCB plate (218), and a set of straight electrical terminals (222) extending from bottom of the PCB plate (218),
wherein the housing comprises a base cover (204-2) having a recess portion (226) comprising one or more first holes (224) configured in the housing (204-1), each of the first holes (224) adapted to receive and hold at least a length of one of the corresponding terminals (222) of the PCB assembly (202) therewithin;
a top cover plate (206) movably coupled with the base cover (204-2) and adapted to cover the PCB assembly (202) accommodated within the housing (204-1), the top cover plate (206) and base cover (204-2) having corresponding one or more locators (210-1, 210-2) comprising a first locator (210-1) and a second locator (210-2), wherein the second locator (210-2) adapted to align and engage with one or more second holes (208) provided on the PCB plate (218) and the first locator (210-1) adapted for PCB alignment within the base cover by compressive fitment, both locators (210-1, 210-2) facilitate alignment, and positioning of the terminals (222) of the PCB assembly (202) within the corresponding one or more first holes (224), and restrict rattling of the PCB assembly (202); and
a first locking member (212-1) mounted on a side portion of the top cover plate (206), the first locking member (212-1) adapted to engage and disengage with a second locking member (212-2) mounted on a corresponding side portion of the base cover (204-2) upon movement of the top cover plate (206) between a closed position and an open position, respectively, with respect to the base cover (204-2).
2. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more passive devices (220) comprise a resistor, a capacitor, a diode, and any combination thereof.
3. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the top cover plate (206) is movably coupled with the base cover through a hinge member (214).
4. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein movement of the top cover plate (206) to the closed position provides a uniform downward force that acts on the PCB assembly (202) to facilitate the first locking member (212-1) to engage with the corresponding second locking member (212-2).
5. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein movement of the top cover plate (206) to the open position creates a lifting movement to provide a uniform upward force to facilitate disengagement of the first locking member (212-1) from the corresponding second locking member (212-2).
6. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein at the closed position, the top cover plate (206) covers the PCB assembly (202), and wherein at the open position, the top cover plate (206) is adapted to expose and allow accessing the PCB assembly (202).
7. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the apparatus (200) is adapted to be mounted on a mounting structure by direct hanging or using a fastener selected from any or a combination of a sticky tape, and a tie band.
8. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 7, wherein at least an outer surface of the base cover (204-2) is adapted to hold a portion of the fastener to facilitate mounting of the apparatus on the mounting structure.
9. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the base cover (204-2) is configured to facilitate electrical coupling of the apparatus (200) and the PCB assembly (202), to one or more devices selected from any or a combination of an electrical device, mobile device, computing device, display device, vehicles, and equipment, through an electrical harness (228).
10. The apparatus (200) as claimed in claim 9, wherein the apparatus (200) allows mating connectors associated with the electrical harness (228) to be inserted within the apparatus (200) through bottom of the one or more first holes (224) of the base cover (204-2) upon attaching a first end of the electrical harness (228) to the bottom of the base cover (204-2) such that the terminals (222) of the PCB assembly (202) get electrically coupled to the mating connectors of the electrical harness (228), thereby operatively coupling the corresponding device to the PCB assembly (202).