How come the parachute does not get tangled up?

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The discussion centers on the mechanics of parachute operation, specifically addressing why parachutes do not tangle during deployment. Key factors include the use of swivels and the design of the harness lines, which are long enough to minimize tangling. The centripetal force and air resistance within the parachute also play crucial roles in preventing entanglement. The conversation highlights the importance of these elements in ensuring safe parachute functionality.

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how come the parachute does not get tangled up?
 
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Swivels. Plus a long enough line on the harness that it probably doesn't need swivels.
 
It could be that the centripetal force and the air resistance inside the parachute keeps it from tangling.
 
outstanding !

but would be banned in any western country by the military, air traffic control, homeland security and a bunch of other killjoy govt departments ;)
 
Firedog89 said:
It could be that the centripetal force and the air resistance inside the parachute keeps it from tangling.
doesn't need that the lines from the parachute cone to a central point then a single line down to the unit
a swivel, as suggested, at that point, would be the easiest way to stop the chute lines from tangling :)
 
RRC said:


how come the parachute does not get tangled up?

perspective. it looks it is spining horizontal but it´s already vertical. The clibing seems cool, the spining creats the efect for verticality
 
joao paulo said:
perspective. it looks it is spining horizontal but it´s already vertical.
Maybe. But even spinning around a horizontal axis would not entangle the rope, if it attaches to a point on that axis at the circumference. Just like a gyro spinning around an horizontal axis, which is supported by a rope on just one side.
 
A.T. said:
Maybe. But even spinning around a horizontal axis would not entangle the rope, if it attaches to a point on that axis at the circumference. Just like a gyro spinning around an horizontal axis, which is supported by a rope on just one side.
agree
 

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