The Evolution of Elevators: From 1743 to 2225

From the 1743 Flying Chair to passenger elevators, skyscraper lifts, double-deck cabins, glass elevators, high-speed systems, MULTI, and the future of vertical transportation — this is the evolution of elevators. See how elevator technology changed through safety systems, electric traction, automatic doors, smart controls, rope-free movement, and futuristic building transit. Historical scenes include visual reconstructions. Future designs are speculative concepts inspired by existing elevator technology and research.