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The document discusses reefed parachutes, which have their canopy openings constricted by rigging a cord around the periphery to reduce drag during descent. It addresses key questions about reefed parachute design and use, including: how much drag reduction is possible; appropriate limits on reefing for parachute size; recommended reefing line attachment methods; the feasibility of multiple reefs; equations for determining required reefing line strength; and methods for disreefing the parachute during desce

Author

Rohan Pol

Language

EN