An active reinforced elastomer system (50) has a rigid attachment block (56). A stiffening member (58) slides through an opening in the rigid attachment block (56). A shape memory alloy structure (62) is attached to the rigid attachment block (56). An elastomer panel (52) is attached to the rigid attachment...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US5931422?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5931422 - Active reinforced elastomer system
