Anchor bend
In this article, we are going to explore Anchor bend and its impact in different contexts. From its origin to its current evolution, Anchor bend has been a topic of interest and debate in various areas. We will analyze its importance in contemporary society, its relevance in the academic field and its influence on technological development. Additionally, we will examine how Anchor bend has shaped people's opinions and attitudes over time and how it continues to be a reference point in today's world. Through this comprehensive analysis, we hope to shed light on Anchor bend and provide a more complete view of its impact on everyday life.
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| Names | Anchor bend, fisherman's bend |
| Category | Hitch |
| Related | Round turn and two half hitches |
| Releasing | Jamming |
| Typical use | attaching a rope to a ring or similar termination |
| ABoK | #1723, #1841 |
The anchor bend is a knot used for attaching a rope to a ring or similar termination. The name is a misnomer, as it is technically not a bend, but a hitch.
Origins
Its name originates from the time when "bend" was understood to simply mean "tie to"; today, a bend strictly refers to a knot that joins two lines.
Techniques
While the knot can become jammed in some modern materials, it is usually easily untied after moderate loads; it can be made more resistant to jamming by taking an extra turn around the object—this will make for a one-diameter longer span of the end to reach around the standing part to be tucked (although in a case of tying to a small shackle or link of a chain, this might not be possible). It is the accepted knot for attaching anchors (or more usually anchor chains) to warps. The knot is very similar to a round turn and two half hitches except that the first half hitch is passed under the turn. In many everyday uses, the finishing half-hitch need not be made; alternatively, one might seek surer security by tying off the end with a strangle knot to the standing part.
See also
External links
- Grog. "Anchor Bend". Animated Knots. Retrieved May 5, 2013.
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