Handbook of Fibre Rope Technology [Hardcover]

John W. S. Hearle (Author), N. O'Hear (Author), H. A. McKenna (Author)

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Hardcover: 416 pages
Publisher: CRC Press Inc; illustrated edition edition (4 May 2004)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0849325889
ISBN-13: 978-0849325885
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 17.4 x 3 cm
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,853,971 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Modern ropes made from natural or synthetic fibres have applications from the conventional to the more unusual systems such as anchoring off-shore rigs safely to the sea bed, keeping a building upright during an earthquake, and mountain climbing. For dependable rope performance, their manufacture requires a thorough knowledge of mechanics, structures, and material properties. Written in a style that reads fluidly from cover to cover, "The Handbook of Fibre Rope Technology" is the first book to chronicle the history and development of the rope fiber industry, from ancient times to the present. The authors use photographs, charts, and cross-sectional illustrations to analyze the structural and chemical properties of popular materials, including natural fibers, polymers, and aramid fibers. They present the terminology, relationships, and calculations used to determine mechanical and physical properties, including strength, tension, and durability of different rope structures.The authors also present details of production and termination, visual signs of wear, and several practical testing techniques used to determine the lifespan of different ropes. Reinforcing all of the principles discussed in this book with a detailed account of modern uses, a discussion of today's market standards and conditions, and 12 in-depth case studies, "The Handbook of Fibre Rope Technology" is an outstanding technical resource that will assist in the design, selection, use, inspection, testing, and marketing of natural and synthetic fiber ropes.

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The field of fibre rope technology has witnessed incredible change and technological advance over the last few decades. At the forefront of this change has been the development of synthetic fibres and modern types of rope construction. This handbook updates the history and structural mechanics of fibre rope technology and describes the types and properties of modern rope-making materials and constructions.

Following an introduction to fibre ropes, the Handbook of fibre rope technology takes a comprehensive look at rope-making materials, rope structures, properties and mechanics and covers rope production, focusing on laid strand, braided, low-twist and parallel yarn ropes. Terminations are also introduced and the many uses of rope are illustrated. The key issues surrounding the inspection and retirement of rope are identified and rope testing is thoroughly examined. The final two chapters review rope markets, distribution and liability and provide case studies from the many environments in which fibre rope is used.

The Handbook of fibre rope technology is an essential reference for everyone assisting in the design, selection, use, inspection and testing of fibre rope. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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