Mechanisms — rope knots

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Rope Knots and Hitches diagram
Rope Knots and Hitches Explained: How They Work, Key Parts, Knot Efficiency and Working Load Limits

Posted by Robbie Dickson on

Rope knots and hitches explained — how friction, bend radius, and load path determine holding strength in rigging, sailing, arboriculture, and rescue work.
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Carrick Bend diagram
Carrick Bend Knot Mechanism: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Uses, and Strength Formula

Posted by Robbie Dickson on

Inspect the Carrick bend’s interwoven rope paths. Compare entered strength assumptions and pull against an illustrative limit; the calculation does not rate a real knot.
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