Ropes Flashcards
Types, Applications, Defects, knots
1
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Natural Fiber
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Manila, hemp, sisal, cotton
2
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Synthetic Fiber
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Polyester, nylon, polypropylene, kevlar
3
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Synthetic meaning
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(of a substance) made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product
4
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Rope Types
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- Single Braid
- Double Braid
- Parallel Core
- Kernmantle / Para-cord
- 3 Strand
5
Q
Factors in choosing rope
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- Cost
- Strength
- Application
6
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Factors in choosing rope for rigging
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- Low elongation
- Flexibility
- Durability
- Handling
- Strength
- Cost & Value
7
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Single Braid
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8
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Double Braid
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9
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3 Strand
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10
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Parallel Core
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11
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Kernmantle
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Kernmantle is similar to a double- braid rope, but instead of the inner core being braided, the strands in the inner core are either twisted or simply run parallel together. The outer layer is tightly braided, giving it higher abrasion resistance. Kernmantle is German for “core” (kern) and “sheath” (mantle)
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