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Do different type of knots affect the breaking strength of a rope?
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∙ 11y ago
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* Added - A rope is weakened by any knot, with the "worst" knots taking away as much as 60% of the ropes strength. This is why sailors and professionals learn a wide variety of knots, hitches, and bends to use the best one for the job.
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Which is stronger a long rope or short rope?
Technically it doesn't matter. The length of a rope has no impact upon its breaking point and its strength. How the rope is anchored and any knots used is most important and usually will be responsible for the breaking point.
What is the best knot used for sailing?
Different knots for different occasions! The one i use most is the bowline, which is a loop.
How do you convert knots to miles?
You can't. Knots is a measure of speed, miles is a measure of length.
How do you choose the right knot for the job?
Practical experience is your best guide... *Added - Training or experience is needed to identify the best knot based on 4 things - 1) Does its use weaken the strength of the line too much (some knots weaken line strength by nearly 50%); 2) Does it need to remain secure in all conditions (some knots can "spill", releasing them); 3) Does it need to be easy and fast to release (such as some sailboat lines); 4) Does it need to "look good" (ornamental or constructive knots)?
How fast does a cargo vessel travels from Taiwan to Korea?
110 knots, 260 knots or 500 knots. depends on which company. if shipping, 260 knots. if passenger, 500 knots. 110 knots for "cruise" plane.
What are Celtic knots mainly used for?
Celtic knots are known for their use in ornamentation of Christian monuments. Celtic knots can be graphical representation of knots or actual knots in these decorations.
What is 140 knots in mph?
130 knots = about 149.6 mph
What was quipu was used to?
Quipus are strings with multiple knots on them to record births, deaths, farming, and wars. each knot represented a different recording of different information. the knots could have variou sizes and were onmany different coored strings. invented by the incans this makes them very important and them very smart
Why are Celtic knots called Celtic knots?
Because they are knots created by the Celts
What is 6 mph as knots?
About 5.2 knots.
How do you do macrame?
Macrame involves tying cords or ropes into knots in order to form a specific artistic shape. You can get started by looping your cord around a base, such as a wooden rod or metal ring, and then tying knots in a downward motion from this anchor.
Convert 25.0 mph into knots?
Use this formula to convert knots to miles per hour: knots x 1.15 = mph25.3 knots x 1.15 = about 29.11 mph
