webbing

     

Webbing is a strong fabric woven as a flat strip or tube of varying with and fibers often used in place of rope. The name webbing comes from the meshed material frequently used in its construction, which resembles a web. It is a versatile component used in climbing, furniture manufacturing, automobile safety, auto racing, towing, parachuting, military apparel, and many other fields. Modern webbing is often made from exceptionally high-strength material, such as Dyneema, Nylon, Polyester, and Kevlar. For less performance-oriented applications, cotton, Polypropylene, and flax can be used. Webbing is both light and strong, with breaking strengths readily available in excess of 10,000 lb (44.4 kN)

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  • Like a loon's, a tern's feet have this feature, yet terns are not notable swimmers

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