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Patent for Inclined Elevator
- When
- 15 March 1892
- Where
- Patent Office
Jesse W. Reno patented his inclined elevator on March 15, 1892, following its invention in 1891.
Reno invented the first working escalator in 1891. The patent was granted on March 15, 1892. His invention was referred to as the "inclined elevator," distinguishing it from earlier unconstructed concepts like Nathan Ames' "revolving stairs."
Sources
- Jesse W. Reno Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-01
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