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Topology question

Hello!
I’m trying to solve this puzzle for my girlfriend. Her two bracelets became intertwined or connected and we have no idea how! I imagine that a topologist would have an answer. Basically one bracelet (B) is a simple loop while the other (A) is two nodes connected by four strands.

She said they became intertwined on her wrist… but honestly I’m happy with a solution that doesn’t involve that!

I’m not super familiar with topology notation, but if that is the easiest way to answer I understand.
Thanks!

u/aport49 — 7 days ago
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Is it possible to carve a solid Möbius strip out of a single block of material?

As in say carve a solid Möbius strip out of a block of wood, without cutting and rejoining anything?

This feels more like a math question than a woodworking question.

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u/LiquorIsQuickor — 11 days ago