Flexible Structural Reinforcement
AssigneeZephyros, Inc.
InventorJoseph R. Thomas
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Abstract
The present teachings generally relate to a flexible, structural carrier for reinforcement of hollow tubes, cavities, and the like. The structural carrier comprises two or more reinforcing member segments; a foamable material disposed along a portion of the two or more reinforcing member segments; and at least one insert that connects the two or more reinforcing member segments in a manner that enables flexible movement of the segments relative to each other. The carrier is adapted for the structural reinforcement of a hollow tube or cavity featuring complex curvatures.
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A structural carrier comprising:
- i. two or more reinforcing member segments;
- ii. a foamable material disposed along a portion of the two or more reinforcing member segments;
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- iii. at least one insert that connects the two or more reinforcing member segments, the at least one insert comprising a first material that is overmolded or insert molded with a second material and the first material does not adhere to the second material so that the insert can move freely relative to the second material;
- wherein the structural carrier is adapted for the structural reinforcement of a hollow tube or cavity;
- wherein the two or more reinforcing member segments include one or more ribs for substantially preventing the structural carrier from excessive rotation.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.