VERSION|0.5.1|NAME|David Harper|DATE|1359144889|CONTENT|[blockquote]Then some guy invented a braking system that cut in anytime that the tension on the cable was relaxed. This rendered lifts perfectly safe.[/blockquote]
His name was Elisha Otis.  The lift company which he founded 150 years ago still makes passenger lifts.  Look for his name next time you get into an lift.|IP-ADDRESS|86.30.42.107|MODERATIONFLAG|