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xkcd #2880: Sheet Bend (imgs.xkcd.com)

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A left-handed sheet bend creates a much weaker connection, especially under moderate loads.

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[-] uriel238@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 11 months ago

WTF? the sheet bend is close to a square knot which is much more secure. Or a thieves' knot if you're looking for something that slips apart after limited tension.

[-] ColeSloth@discuss.tchncs.de 9 points 11 months ago

A sheet bend is more secure for cords of two different types/diameters. A square knot is for cords of the same diameter.

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