The New Encyclopedia of Knots by Avery Derek

Author:Avery, Derek
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 978-1-78281-118-3
Publisher: G2 Entertainment
Published: 2015-06-15T04:00:00+00:00

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Knot strength: the capacity of the knot to withstand a load without breaking the rope. It must be borne in mind that all knots weaken rope, with the exception of the Bimini twist (see page 14). This has a claimed knot strength of 100 per cent, that is, as strong as the line. Sharp turns within a knot lead to the loss of strength; therefore hitches, where large turns are often employed, are generally more efficient than knots. Examples are the clove hitch, which has a 75 per cent efficiency, and individual splices which are sometimes recognised as being up to 90 per cent efficient.

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