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How Emotions Control Your Thoughts and Actions & What You Never Knew About Elevators

Something You Should Know

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The Origins and Development of Elevators

This chapter explores the history of elevators, focusing on their origins in mid-19th century urban hotels. It discusses the unique design of Otis Tufts' elevator, the slow and expensive 1859 elevator that set a paradigm for later designs, and the introduction of escalators in the 1890s. The chapter also delves into the role of elevator operators and the paradox of their skilled yet low-paying job.

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