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Astrap, sometimes also calledstrop, is an elongatedflap orribbon, usually ofleather or other flexible materials.[1]
Thin straps are used as part ofclothing orbaggage, or bedding such as asleeping bag. See for examplespaghetti strap,shoulder strap. A strap differs from abelt mainly in that a strap is usually integral to the item of clothing; either can be used in combination withbuckles.
Straps are also used asfasteners to attach, secure, carry, or bind items, to objects, animals (for example asaddle on a horse) and people (for example awatch on awrist), or even to tie down people and animals, as on an apparatus forcorporal punishment. Occasionally a strap is specified after what it binds or holds, e.g. chin strap.Webbing is a particular type of strap that is a strong fabric woven as a flat strip or tube that is also often used in place ofrope. Modern webbing is typically made from exceptionally high-strength material and is used in automobileseat belts,furniture manufacturing,transportation,towing,military uniform, cargo fasteners, and many other fields.
The strap is commonly used in thepackaging industry to secure or fasten items. It may be made from a wide range of materials, such asplastic,steel,paper, orfabric. Usually, the strap is secured to itself through various means, but it may also be secured to other items, such aspallets.
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