How does an Escalator work?

We use it all the time but most people have never actually seen the inner workings of an escalator! ⌚Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Escalators History 01:05 - How they're used 01:43 - Variations 01:57 - Inside of an Escalator 02:46 - Step Chain 03:41 - Escalator Motor 04:28 - Comb Plate Follow me to see what I'm working on next: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: Patreon: Tiktok: @jaredowenanimations This video has been dubbed using an artificial voice via to increase accessibility. You can change the audio track language in the Settings menu. Sources: