Knot

A knot is a method for fastening or securing linear material such as rope by tying or interweaving. It may consist of a length of one or more segments of rope, cord, webbing, twine, string, strap or even chain interwoven so as to create in the line the ability to bind to itself or to some other object - the "load". Knots have been the subject of interest both for their ancient origins, common use, and the mathematical implications of knot theory.

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Some knots are well adapted to bind to particular objects such as another rope, cleat, ring, stake or to constrict an object. Decorative knots usually bind to themselves to produce attractive patterns.

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Knots are essential in many industrial, work, home or recreational activities. Even simple activities such as running a load from the hardware store to home can result in disaster if a clumsy twist in a cord passes for a knot. Truckers needing to tie down a load may use a trucker's hitch, gaining mechanical advantage. Knots can save the spelunker from foolishly becoming buried under millions of tons of rock. Whatever the activity, on the water sailing or on a cliff-side rock climbing, learning well tested knots prior to some hazardous activity introduces a critical measure of safety. In addition to safety, appropriate knots can prevent the necessity of cutting lines.

Rope: : Rope is also the title of a movie by Alfred Hitchcock...

Cord: Cord has several meanings:...

Webbing: Webbing can mean several things:...

Knot related Images and Photos (experimental)

Zig Zag Knot Puzzle	Tie Knot Water Balloon Filler	Zig-Zag Knot Puzzle Game	Knot of Rope on Wooden Boat Deck
Love Me Knot	Gordian's Knot Puzzle	Hangman's Knot	Gordian's Knot Puzzle Game
The Hangover 2 Stu and Lauren Thai the Knot Adult T-Shirt