Depressor weight
Shock reduction system in nautical tow line
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A depressor weight is a device used on tow lines in nautical applications. A depressor weight can be attached to a floating or otherwise stiff line to effectively produce a catenary geometry better able to mitigate shocks associated with towing and wave impacts.[1][2]
See also
- Catenary – Curve formed by a hanging chain
