Messages in this thread |  | | | Date | Thu, 19 Nov 1998 12:08:42 +0000 (GMT) | | From | Riley Williams <> | | Subject | Re: elevator algorithm bug in ll_rw_blk.c |
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Hi Simon.
>> 2. European definition: An elevator is a set of stairs that move >> up or down (as set) continuously, with passengers stepping on >> at one end and off at the other without having to move in >> between. They are usually installed in pairs, one going each >> way. I don't know what this is called in the USA.
> here's an alternative definition: "bollocks^h^h^h^h^h^h^h^hrubbish" > you defined an escalator, not an elevator
{Shrug} I quote from Collins Technical English Dictionary... Q> Elevator: (1) {UK} An alternative name for an escalator, usually Q> referring to mobile escalators, especially in agricultural use. Q> (2) {Primarily US} A cage that moves up and down a vertical shaft, Q> stopping at various different levels determined by the operator. Q> Escalator: {UK} A rolling staircase, where passengers or goods Q> placed thereon are moved from one level to another automatically. Your comments are noted...
Best wishes from Riley.
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