Her head was mounted in a rigid frame as the doctors studied computer-enhanced images of her brain.

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The body design includes a rigid-mounted battery frame, which helps provide greater body rigidity compared to a conventional compact car.

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The original Zeppelins were based on a rigid design in which separate gas-tight compartments were surrounded by a metal frame covered with a non-airtight fabric.

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