Hotels Seek Ways to Reduce Fire Menace

Hotels Seek Ways to Reduce Fire Menace

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Physics, Architecture, Business

9th - 10th Grade

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The video introduces a new fire escape system in Atlanta, Georgia, designed for hotels and office buildings. The system features a reel of one-inch steel tape that allows for a rapid descent, addressing the need for effective escape devices following a series of tragic hotel fires, including the Weinkauf fire. Irvin Bassett demonstrates the device, highlighting its speed and efficiency. The device can reach up to 38 stories, and hotel operators are showing interest to prevent future disasters.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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