摘要 |
<p>Method and apparatus for joining a first structural element (110), having a passageway (114) formed therein which opens to the exterior thereof, to a second element. A plurality of members (30) are assembled into a joining device which is then nested inside of the passageway. The members are then moved with respect to each to enlarge the size of the joining device so that the members engage the wall of the passageway in supporting contact therewith. The members of the enlarged joining device are then secured together into a unitary support block (104), with the members in supporting contact with the passageway wall. The unitary support block is then connected to the second element.</p> |