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Lines will first fail at the knot. The following table is copied adapted and expanded from Poynter (8.5.2):
| Knot | Reduction in T.S. Percent | SourceNotes | Use | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overhand | 55 | 1 | Poynter | |
| Square | 50 | 1 | Poynter | |
| Bowline | 40 | 1Poynter | Pilot chute bridles | 1 |
| Splice | 20 | 1 | Poynter |
How-To Tie Knots
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Resources
[1] Dan Poynter, The Parachute Manual: A Technical Treatise on Aerodynamic Decelerators, Third Ed.
[2] Richards, Knot Break Strength vs Rope Break Strength