Handbook of Fiber Rope Technology
| Author/creator | McKenna, H. A. Author |
| Other author | Hearle, J. W. S. Author |
| Other author | O'Hear, N. Author |
| Other author | Textile Institute Staff. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Sawston : Woodhead Publishing Limited |
| Description | 432 p. ill 24.000 x 017.000 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBook - Materials Science pre-2007 |
| Subjects |
| Summary | Annotation 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 everyone involved in the design, selection, use, inspection and testing of fibre rope. CONTENTS Introduction to fibre ropes; Rope-making materials; Rope structures; Properties of rope; Rope mechanics; Rope production; Terminations; Use of rope; Inspection and retirement; Testing; Consumption, markets and liability; Case studies. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9781855736061 |
| ISBN | 1855736063 (Trade Cloth) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9781855736061 |
| Stock number | 00051468 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |