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2. Tie down strap - Wikipedia

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   Member of the US Navy secures the strap of a pallet during a training exercise. A ratchet tie-down strap. A tie down strap (also known as a ratchet strap, a lashing strap or a tie down) is a fastener used to hold down cargo or equipment during transport. Tie down straps are essentially webbing that is outfitted with tie down hardware. This ...

3. Ratchet (device) - Wikipedia

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   A ratchet (occasionally spelled rachet) is a mechanical device that allows continuous linear or rotary motion in only one direction while preventing motion in the opposite direction. Ratchets are widely used in machinery and tools. The word ratchet is also used informally to refer to a ratcheting socket wrench.

4. Band clamp - Wikipedia

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   Clamping pressure is applied either through a mechanical method such as a screw or ratchet mechanism that tightens the band, or through the elastic nature of the band material itself. There are a range of styles of band clamp available for purchase, in particular the type used for framing as described above. Other web clamps include ratchet straps.

5. 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 ...

6. Ratchet strap - Wikipedia

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   Tie down strap From an alternative name : This is a redirect from a title that is another name or identity such as an alter ego, a nickname, or a synonym of the target, or of a name associated with the target.

7. The 10 carry-on essentials that make for a first-class ... - AOL

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   Earbuds are more portable than headphones, and able to fit in a comfort kit of any size. These wireless noise-canceling buds from Beats are one of the most popular options on the market, with more ...