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2. Parachute cord - Wikipedia

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   Parachute cord (also paracord or 550 cord when referring to type-III paracord) is a lightweight nylon kernmantle rope originally used in the suspension lines of parachutes. This cord is now used as a general purpose utility cord. This versatile cord was used by astronauts during the 82nd Space Shuttle mission to repair the Hubble Space ...

3. Official Table of Drops - Wikipedia

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   The Official Table of Drops, formerly issued by the British Home Office, is a manual which is used to calculate the appropriate length of rope for long drop hangings. Following a series of failed hangings, including those of John Babbacombe Lee , a committee chaired by Henry Bruce, 1st Baron Aberdare was formed in 1886 to discover and report on ...

4. Kernmantle rope - Wikipedia

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   A test of "single" standard rope involves tying an 80 kg (176 pound) weight to the end of a length of rope. This weight is then dropped 5 meters (16½ feet) on 2.7 meters (9 feet) of rope, with the rope running over a rounded surface simulating that of a standard carabiner. This process is repeated until the rope breaks.

5. Hank (unit of measure) - Wikipedia

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   While hanks may differ by manufacturer and by product, a skein is usually considered 1/6th of a hank (either by weight or by length). One source identifies a skein of stranded cotton as being 8.25 yards (7.54 m), of tapestry wool as being 10 yards (9.1 m), and crewel wool as being 33 yards (30 m).

6. How to Jump Rope for Weight Loss, and the Equipment You’ll ...

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   While jumping rope is a valuable tool for weight loss, it is just one part of the plan. "A great workout program should also include some form of strength/resistance training ," says Keepman.

7. Are banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx open on Christmas 2024 ...

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   Christmas is two weeks away and if you are looking to send a package or conduct a banking transaction, it may be best to plan ahead.. While some restaurant, grocery store and retail chains will be ...