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As a noun, fletching refers to the fins or vanes attached to an arrow, each of which fins is known as a '''fletch.''' Traditionally, the fletching consists of three matched half-feathers attached near the back of the arrow or dart's shaft that are equally spaced around its circumference. Today, modern plastics may be used instead. Fletches are traditionally attached with silk thread but simpler methods are also used, such as gluing. The fletching is used to stabilize the arrow through air resistance in flight. Some fletches act to impart a spin on the projectile, but all are there to impart a drag on the tail of the projectile to ensure that it does not tumble during flight; for this reason, a bow and arrow will not work properly in a Vacuum . More generally, it can refer to any structures added to a Projectile in order to Aerodynamically Stabilize its flight, many of which resemble arrows in form and function. For instance, the feathers at the butt end of a Dart (of the type cast using an Atlatl ) are very similar in purpose and construction to those used in arrows. Most of the techniques of fletching were likely adapted from earlier dart-making techniques. The Fin s used to stabilise Rocket s also work in a similar manner. FURTHER READING
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