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Rope having a low-friction strand

US9976251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 14, 2014
Grant dateMay 22, 2018
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD07B2401/207
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A rope and a method of constructing the rope. The rope may be of 12×12 braided construction and include a core for its length. The rope includes a plurality of primary strands, and each of the primary strands includes a plurality of fibers which may be made of a high-friction material. The rope also includes a secondary strand surrounded by the plurality of primary strands. The secondary strand includes a plurality of fibers which may be made of a low-friction material.

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