Engineering
Alternative Weightless Testing: An Overview
Alternative weightless testing methods and the future of elevator testing in North America There have been many discussions about alternative weightless testing methods for periodic load tests on elevators taking...
Elevator Remote-Monitoring Method
Aimed to improve elevator-monitoring system compatibility, signal acquisition and processing units are discussed. by Li Shiqun, Zheng Jiong, Luo Zhiqun and Wan Janru To ensure the safe and reliable function...
Rope Research and Products for Elevator Applications
Steel-wire ropes and sheaves are examined. by Dr.-Ing. Wolfram Vogel and Lothar Sieber Steel-wire ropes have an important interface in traction elevators. The ropes influence the dimensioning of the rope...
KONE Polaris Hybrid
Allocations with genetic algorithms of its destination-control system are covered by Marja-Liisa Siikonen, Janne Sorsa and Tuomas Susi In the early 1970s, Dr. G.D. Closs showed that with early destination...
Coordinated Control of Dual PWM Converter for Elevator Drives
Theoretical analyses and experimental results of dual PWM converters are examined. by Han Shuang, Zheng Jiong, Luo Zhiqun and Wan Jianru Dual pulse-width modulation (PWM) AC drives are one of...
Research on Elevator Control Method
The use of a bidirectional DC/DC converter to control a super-capacitor energy storage device for an elevator is examined. by Shi Liguang, Yao Lianghong, Luo Zhiqun and Wan Jianru Elevators...
Elevator Traffic-Flow Prediction Based on Monte Carlo Method
This article provides several equations pertaining to traffic flow. by Wang Sheng, Yao Lianghong, Luo Zhiqun and Wan Jianru Elevator traffic flow is fundamental in reasonable elevator configuration. The passenger-flow...
Lift Design Criteria for Institutional Buildings
Discussion on the vertical-transportation challenges presented by modern university campuses Modern university campuses require careful considerations for lift design when such equipment is needed. Due to their multi-floor design, providing...
Finite Element Analysis of Fixed Bolts Used in Escalator Motors
This report analyzes the connective strength and displacement of split and integral bolts. by Yu Zetao and Feng Kai Abstract According to the joint forms between the head and studs,...
Building Technology: The Planning and Performance of Groups of Elevators
A study of the service quality of group planning and destination group controls Paternoster Elevators Long ago, a few low-rise office buildings were served by an endless string of small,...
