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| The Cross section of the fiber rope in Fig 1 shows that this size rope have __ yarns |
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| The inside of a rope should be continuously inspected for broken yarns by throwing a twist_____ the rope |
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| Name the fastening method which prevents any fraying and does not increase the size of the end of the rope |
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| Why should a back splice be avoided when reeving a block and tackle system? |
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| The eye of the rope is enlarged,it is not easily reeved into a block |
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| A permanent type loop may be made in the end of a rope by forming an___ splice |
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| When making this type of splice which is the answer to Question 5 tucking should be in direction _____ the lay of the rope |
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| Two characteristics of the manila |
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lower strength
subject to rot and mildew |
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| Four Characteristics for Polypylene |
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floats
Lower strength than nylon
Resistance to rot and mildew
Poor conductor of electricity |
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| Four Characteristics of Nylon |
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High breaking Strength
Absorbs shock load
Excellent felxibility
Resistance to rot |
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| Eight things to look for when inspecting |
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Exterior broken
cuts
abrasion
reduction in diameter
unlaying
wear on the interior of the rope resulting in a powder like dust
splices properly sized and tapered
thimbles fitted tightly in the splice
damage from acid |
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| Soft laid rope is the type that should be chosen for duty with blocks or sheaves |
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| Regular right laid rope should be uncoiled in a counter clockwise direction |
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| it is a good idea to lubricate rope occasionally if it is cleaned first |
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| Jerking a rope while hoisting a load is good practice if a jerk is necessary to start the load moving |
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| When ropes used as guy lines are exposed to weather, they should be slacked off in wet weather |
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| Seizing of manila rope can be easier than seixing synthetic rope because manila rope will melt before it begins to burn |
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| List the four major requirements of rope fastening. |
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1. Security against slippage
2. suitablity and strength
3. Ease of tying
4. Ease of untying |
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| Name the three rope parts used in tying knots and hitches. |
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1. running end
2. standing part
3. The bight |
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| A mistake made in tying the square knot may result either in a ___ knot or a _____ knot. |
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| When a loop is needed at any point between the ends of a rope, wheat is the proper knot to tie? |
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| Name the knot that is easier to untie and is larger and stronger than the overhand knot. |
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| Compard to the strength of a rope , how much strength do knots usually develop? |
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