| 摘要 |
A mechanism for supporting a long flexible element is described, including a section having a thin flexible tape. The flexible tape section is curved slightly to stiffen the tape. Preferably, the tape is made of spring-steel and is placed along the outer or inner surface of the long flexible element such that the long flexible element is guided and supported by the tape as the element travels and turns back without forming an irregularly expanded loop at the turning portion.
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