This also applies to cable, chain, and webbing.
Gear that is anchored includes anchors, rocks, trees, tripods, trucks, etc.
A "bight" is a simple loop in a rope that does not cross itself.
A "bend" is a knot that joins two ropes together. Bends can only be attached to the end of a rope.
A "hitch" is a type of knot that must be tied around another object.
"Descending devices" (e.g., ATCs, Brake Bar Racks, Figure 8s, Rescue 8s, etc) create friction as their primary purpose. The friction in descending devices is always considered when calculating forces.
The "Safety Factor" is the ratio between the gear's breaking strength and the maximum load applied to the gear (e.g., 5:1).
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“We went full 90s shoujo for half an episode and it was amazing. Such a unique stylistic flair.” Reddit · r/OnePiece · 4 years ago One Piece Episode 994
: Use of red-stained snow and theatrical stage settings during the Kiku vs. Kanjuro fight added significant emotional weight. : The highlight for many was the fight
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