Transom knot
In this article, the topic of Transom knot will be addressed from different perspectives in order to analyze its impact on current society. Throughout history, Transom knot has been a topic of constant debate and its influence has transcended borders and cultures. Through this writing, we seek to delve deeper into Transom knot and understand its importance in the current context, exploring its implications and consequences. Through reflection and analysis, the aim is to offer a comprehensive vision of Transom knot and its relevance in various areas, posing questions and reflections that invite reflection and debate on this topic that is so relevant today.
| Transom knot | |
|---|---|
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| Category | Lashing |
| Related | Strangle knot, Constrictor knot, Square lashing |
| Releasing | Jamming |
| Typical use | Light-duty right-angle lashing |
| ABoK | #385, #1182, #1255, #3372 |
The transom knot is a simple lashing knot used to secure two linear objects, such as spars, at right angles to each other.
Relation to other knots
While often described in relation to the constrictor knot, the underlying structure of the transom knot is the strangle knot. The introduction of a second, perpendicular spar into a loose strangle knot tied around another spar will illustrate this point. In relation to the upper spar, the crossings of the knot come to very closely resemble those of a constrictor knot.
Perhaps because of this Clifford Ashley described the transom knot as both "a modification of" and "closely related to" the constrictor knot. Despite these descriptions the transom knot is consistently illustrated in The Ashley Book of Knots as being based on a strangle knot.
Use
Suggested for binding kite sticks by Ashley, it is useful generally as a light-duty or temporary square lashing. To reinforce, a second transom knot can be made on the opposite side and at a right-angle to the first.
References
- ^ Budworth, Geoffrey (1985) , The Knot Book, New York: Sterling Publishing, pp. 63–65
- ^ a b Warner, Charles (1992), A Fresh Approach to Knotting and Ropework, NSW, Australia, p. 83, ISBN 0-9592036-3-X
{{citation}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link) - ^ Ashley, Clifford W. (1944), The Ashley Book of Knots, New York: Doubleday, p. 62
- ^ Ashley, p. 215
- ^ a b Ashley, p. 225
