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Queue (hairstyle)

A queue or cue is a hairstyle historically worn by the Jurchen and Manchu peoples of Manchuria.

Borromean rings

In mathematics, the Borromean rings [ a ] are three simple closed curves in three-dimensional space that are topologically linked and cannot be separated…

Quantum invariant

In the mathematical field of knot theory , a quantum knot invariant or quantum invariant of a knot or link is a linear sum of colored Jones polynomial of…

Boom hitch

The boom hitch is a type of knot . It is a rather robust and secure method of attaching a line, or rope to a fixed object like a pipe, post, or sail boom.

Quadrisecant

In geometry, a quadrisecant or quadrisecant line of a space curve is a line that passes through four points of the curve.

Boa knot

The boa knot [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] is a modern binding knot invented by weaver Peter Collingwood in 1996.

Prusik

A Prusik ( / ˈ p r ʌ s ɪ k / PRUSS -ik ) is a friction hitch or knot used to attach a loop of cord around a rope, applied in climbing, canyoneering,…

Blood knot

A blood knot (barrel knot) is a bend knot most usefully employed for joining sections of monofilament nylon line while maintaining a high portion of the…

Prime knot

In knot theory , a prime knot or prime link is a knot that is, in a certain sense, indecomposable.

Blake’s hitch

The Blake’s hitch is a friction hitch commonly used by arborists and tree climbers as an ascending knot.