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"Elevator Systems of the Eiffel Tower, 1889" by Robert M. Vogel is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century, specifically focusing on the groundbreaking elevator technology used in the iconic Eiffel Tower. The book traces the evolution of powered passenger elevators from their inception in the mid-19th century, culminating in the innovative systems installed in the Eiffel Tower for the 1889 Paris Exposition. It delves into the engineering challenges faced in terms of capacity, safety, and the unique structural design posed by the curvature of the tower’s legs. The book extensively details the various elevator systems developed for the Eiffel Tower, primarily focusing on the Otis system, which was hydraulic and designed to accommodate the tower's incline. Vogel discusses the multiple bidder attempts and the final decision to employ the Otis design despite initial hesitations about its complexity and noise. Additionally, the book examines two other systems—the Roux, Com
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