abstract |
An assembly 12 and a method which utilizes the assembly 12 to selectively and structurally strengthen and rigidize and/or stiffen a member 10 which is operatively disposed within an article of manufacture, such as an without limitation, a vehicle. Particularly, the assembly 12 includes a selectively expandable portion 18 which is inserted into the member 10 and selectively expanded once it is inserted into the member 10. |