This also applies to cable, chain, and webbing.
Gear that is anchored includes anchors, rocks, trees, tripods, trucks, etc.
A "bight" is a simple loop in a rope that does not cross itself.
A "bend" is a knot that joins two ropes together. Bends can only be attached to the end of a rope.
A "hitch" is a type of knot that must be tied around another object.
"Descending devices" (e.g., ATCs, Brake Bar Racks, Figure 8s, Rescue 8s, etc) create friction as their primary purpose. The friction in descending devices is always considered when calculating forces.
The "Safety Factor" is the ratio between the gear's breaking strength and the maximum load applied to the gear (e.g., 5:1).
Tinkham structures the book around the core theories that define our understanding of the superconducting state: Michael Tinkham - Harvard Gazette
Michael Tinkham’s is widely considered the definitive text for graduate-level study in the field. First published in 1975, the book has guided generations of physicists, including Nobel laureates like K. Alexander Müller , through the complex landscape of zero-resistance materials. Overview of the Work [BOOK] Introduction to superconductivity
The text serves as a bridge between elementary concepts and the advanced theoretical frameworks required for modern research. It is known for its clarity in explaining the "subtle mysteries" of the subject, making it accessible to both experimentalists and theorists. Key Technical Pillars Tinkham structures the book around the core theories