Are there alternatives to knots?

There are many modern alternatives to knots: cable ties, adhesive tape, for metal connections wire rope clamps, belts with clamps for many different purposes and much more. These technical means have some advantages over knots and find application in the professional area because they can be easily handled.
As a rule, these brackets and fastening techniques are designed for very specific purposes only and are not suitable for other purposes. If you know the right knot, a simple rope will be very flexible in many uses.