'Slackline' equipment load formula (weighted line between 2 fixed points)

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An accurate formula for calculating the load on slackline equipment should consider the length of the line, the sag, and the weight applied. Current formulas often assume a thin string model, which does not account for the significant width of slackline webbing that can transmit both torque and tension. This oversight complicates the calculations, as the interaction of these forces must be factored in. The discussion highlights the need for a more comprehensive approach to slackline load calculations. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for ensuring safety and performance in slacklining.
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Hello,

I have a real world sports question I need help with:

I am looking for an accurate formula to calculate the load of Slackline equipment (will explain shortly), based on:

- The length of the line
- The sag of the line
- The weight on the line

Slacklining is like tight rope walking, but on a slack ribbon (usually 1 inch wide webbing)

There are various arguments on which is the best formula:

http://slack.e30tuner.com/articles_linetension.php

http://forum.slackline.com/archive/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1279&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0

http://www.slacklineexpress.com/force.php

I thought it was worth a post to see what you all think.

Thanks for having a look,

Eliot
 
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G'dday, Elliotwebb and welcome to Physics Forums.

Firstly let me admit to knowing nothing about the sport of slackline walking.

However from your description of the webbing and the picture in your third reference I would say that all are seriously deficient.

I say this because the line has appreciable width, whereas all the links assume a 'thin' stringlike model.

The point of this is that the width of the webbing is sufficient to transmit torque as well as tension (you can see that in the picture).
The addition of stresses due to both torque and tension being present is more complicated and clearly depends upon the relative values of each.

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