Handbook of fiber rope technology
By: H.A. McKenna, J.W.S. Hearle and N. O'Hear
Contributors: Hearle, J. W. S.; O'Hear, N.; Textile Institute
Publisher: CRC Press; Woodhead Pub.
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Boca Raton; Cambridge
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
ISBN-13: 9781855739932
Subjects: Rope; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING; Textiles & Polymers; Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades
Description: Fibre rope has undergone dramatic technological changes over the last few decades with such advances as the development of synthetic fibres and modern types of rope construction. This major handbook takes a comprehensive look at rope-making materials and structures, properties and mechanics. It covers rope production, focusing on laid strand, braided, low-twist and parallel yarn ropes and rope terminations. Rope testing is examined in depth, as well as the key issues surrounding rope retirement. Case studies from a variety of environments are studied. This is an essential reference for everyon.
Notes: Published in association with The Textile Institute.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.
Table of contents: title: Preliminaries; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgements; Author contact details; Disclaimer; Chapter 1 Introduction to fibre ropes; Chapter 2 Ropemaking materials; Chapter 3 Rope structures; Chapter 4 Properties of rope; Chapter 5 Rope mechanics; Chapter 6 Rope production; Chapter 7 Terminations; Chapter 8 Use of rope; Chapter 9 Inspection and retirement; Chapter 10 Testing; Chapter 11 Consumption markets and liability; Chapter 12 Case studies; Appendix I Quantities and units; Appendix II Braid and plait terminology; Appendix III UK trade data; Appendix IV The theory of backtwist; Glossary