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  2. Magnetic shoe closures - Wikipedia

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    Magnetic shoe closure devices close shoes using two magnetic bits attached to the shoelaces, and where the bits take the place of the knot and bow. [1] The closures can be applied to most shoes as they are not directly linked to them, but the consumer ties them to the shoelaces.

  3. Tie down hardware - Wikipedia

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    There are several types of buckles found in tie down straps. The two most common are threaded buckles and snap buckles. Threaded buckles work like those found on backpacks and duffel bags for the purpose of adjusting the length of the tie down strap. Snap buckles are also commonly found on backpacks and duffel bags to allow fastening of the ...

  4. Webbed belt - Wikipedia

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    Two webbed belts, one fastened. A webbed belt, military belt, or skater belt is a type of belt, normally made of webbing, distinguished by its belt buckle design and lack of holes in the cord, which is usually found in other belts where a pin is used as the fastening mechanism in the belt buckle.

  5. Is it safe to shop on Temu? Here are 5 scams to avoid ... - AOL

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    Common Temu Scams to Watch Out For Fake Temu Codes and Promotions: Be cautious of codes or promotions that promise outrageous discounts or free money. Scammers often use social media platforms to ...

  6. Hook-and-loop fastener - Wikipedia

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    Shoe closures can resist a large force with only a small amount of hook-and-loop fasteners. This is because the strap is wrapped through a slot, halving the force on the bond by acting as a pulley system (thus gaining a mechanical advantage), and further absorbing some of the force in friction around the tight bend. This layout also ensures ...

  7. Shoe buckle - Wikipedia

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    Shoe buckles are fashion accessories worn by men and women from the mid-17th century through the 18th century to the 19th century. Shoe buckles were made of a variety of materials including brass , steel , silver or silver gilt , and buckles for formal wear were set with diamonds , quartz or imitation jewels .

  8. Court shoe - Wikipedia

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    A court shoe (British English) or pump (American English) is a shoe with a low-cut front, or vamp, with either a shoe buckle or a black bow as ostensible fastening. Deriving from the 17th- and 18th-century dress shoes with shoe buckles, the vamped pump shape emerged in the late 18th century.

  9. Grommet - Wikipedia

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    A grommet is a ring or edge strip inserted into a hole through thin material, typically a sheet of textile fabric, sheet metal or composite of carbon fiber, wood or honeycomb. Grommets are generally flared or collared on each side to keep them in place, and are often made of metal, plastic, or rubber. They may be used to prevent tearing or ...