General Function: To shorten ropes without cutting them
1. Sheepshank
Function: To shorten the rope without cutting, and to bypass worn sections of the rope
Practical Application: Used in nautical and maritime operations where ropes are costly or where cutting is not feasible (e.g. a rope tied to the shore or ships)
Practical Application: Used in nautical and maritime operations where ropes are costly or where cutting is not feasible (e.g. a rope tied to the shore or ships)
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2. Chain knot
Function: To shorten ropes without cutting, especially ropes of small diameter
Practical Application: Shortening of bootlaces
General Function: Used to tie a rope to an object e.g. spar, pole or ring
Practical Application: Shortening of bootlaces
General Function: Used to tie a rope to an object e.g. spar, pole or ring