摘要 |
<p>The present invention relates generally to elevators and measuring masses or forces that affect the elevators. The information acquired from destination control system can be used for multiple purposes. One purpose is to estimate the weight of an elevator car. This is done by counting the number of passengers in the elevator car from the information gathered by the destination control system. The estimate can be the used in controlling movements of an elevator comfortably, particularly in a situation wherein smooth start is desired after releasing the brake of the elevator.</p> |