How to Tie a Knot Around a Ring

A simple mathematical theory of hitches has been proposed by Bayman^[1] and extended by Maddocks and Keller.^[2] It makes predictions that are approximately correct when tested empirically.^[3]

Knot Description Image Adjustable grip hitch A simple and useful friction hitch which may easily be shifted up and down the rope while slack. Alternate ring hitching A type of ringbolt hitching formed with a series of alternate left and right hitches made around a ring Anchor bend A knot used for attaching a rope to a ring Bale sling hitch A knot which traditionally uses a continuous loop of strap to form a cow hitch around an object in order to hoist or lower it. Barrel hitch The "barrel hitch" and "barrel sling," named for their use in hoisting cargo aboard ships, are a simple yet effective way to suspend an object. Becket hitch Any hitch that is made on an eye loop, i.e., on a becket. Blackwall hitch A temporary means of attaching a rope to a hook. Blake's hitch A friction hitch commonly used by arborists and tree climbers as an ascending knot. Boom hitch A rather robust and secure method of attaching a line, or rope to a fixed object like a pipe, post, or sail boom Bottom-loaded release hitch Buntline hitch A knot used for attaching a rope to an object. It is formed by passing the working end around an object, then making a clove hitch around the rope's standing part, taking care that the turns of the clove hitch progress towards the object rather than away from it. Cat's paw A knot used for connecting a rope to an object. Chain hitch A knot used to connect a rope to a cylindrical object. Similar to the marline hitch, but formed with successive Clove hitch knots. Clinging clara Clove hitch A clove hitch is two successive half-hitches around an object. Continuous ring hitching A series of identical hitches made around a ring Cow hitch variant Cow hitch with toggle Cow hitch A hitch knot used to attach a rope to an object. Double overhand noose A hitch knot used to bind a rope to a carabiner. Farrimond friction hitch A quick release adjustable friction hitch for use on lines under tension. Garda hitch A ratcheting knot used to disallow dual direction rope travel. Gripping sailor's hitch A secure, jam-proof hitch used to tie one rope to another, or a rope to a pole, boom, spar, etc., when the pull is lengthwise along the object. Ground-line hitch A type of knot used to attach a rope to an object. Half hitch A simple overhand knot, where the working end of a line is brought over and under the standing part. Halter hitch A type of knot used to connect a rope to an object. Highpoint hitch A type of knot used to attach a rope to an object. Highwayman's hitch A quick-release draw loop knot used for temporarily securing a rope that will need to be released easily and cleanly. Hitching tie A simple knot used to tie off stuff sacks that allows quick access as it unties quickly. Icicle hitch A knot for connecting to a post when weight is applied to an end running parallel to the post in a specific direction. Killick hitch A type of hitch knot used to attach a rope to oddly shaped objects. Knute hitch A knot used to attach a lanyard of small stuff to a marlingspike or other tool. Magnus hitch A knot used to attach a rope to a rod, pole, or other rope. (See also Rolling hitch Marline Hitching A knot used to attach a rope to a cylindrical object. Similar in appearance to the Chain Hitch, but a succession of overhand knots. Marlinespike hitch A temporary knot used to attach a rod to a rope in order to form a handle. Midshipman's hitch An adjustable loop knot for use on lines under tension. Munter hitch A simple knot, commonly used by climbers and cavers as part of a life-lining or belay system Ossel hitch A knot used to attach a rope or line to an object. Palomar knot A knot that is used for securing a fishing line to a fishing lure, snap or swivel. Pile hitch A kind of hitch, which is a knot used for attaching rope to a pole or other structure. Pipe hitch A hitch-type knot used to secure smooth cylindrical objects. Prusik knot A friction hitch or knot used to put a loop of cord around a rope, applied in climbing, canyoneering, mountaineering, caving, rope rescue, and by arborists. Reverse half hitches Round turn and two half-hitches Sailor's hitch A secure, jam-proof hitch. Siberian hitch A knot used to attach a rope to an object. Slippery hitch A knot used to attach a line to a rod or bar. Snell knot A hitch knot used to attach an eyed fishing hook to fishing line. Snuggle hitch A modification of the clove hitch Taut-line hitch An adjustable loop knot for use on lines under tension. Tensionless hitch An anchor knot used for rappelling or rope rescue. Timber hitch A knot used to attach a single length of rope to a cylindrical object. Trilene knot A multi-purpose fishing knot that can be used for attaching monofilament line to hooks, swivels and lures. Trucker's hitch A compound knot commonly used for securing loads on trucks or trailers. Tugboat hitch (Lighterman's hitch) An easy release knot ideal for heavy towing. Tumble hitch A quick-release draw loop knot used for temporarily securing a rope that will need to be released easily and cleanly. Two half-hitches A type of knot, specifically a binding knot or hitch knot. Uni knot A multi purpose fishing knot that can be used for attaching the fishing line to the arbor of a reel, for joining lines, and for attaching lures, snaps, and swivels.

How to Tie a Knot Around a Ring

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_hitch_knots

Share this post