Elevator suspension and transmission strip

A suspension and transmission strip for use with an elevator system, wherein the strip defines a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, wherein the strip comprises:

• a. a first component, wherein the first component comprises a composite material, wherein the composite material comprises a plurality of folds;
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• b. a second component, wherein the second component comprises a polymer, wherein the second component is configured to surround the first component.

A suspension and transmission strip for use with an elevator system, wherein the strip defines a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, wherein the strip comprises:

• a. a transmission layer configured to contact a traction sheave, wherein the transmission layer comprises a first component comprised of a polymer;
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• b. a load carrying layer configured to support the weight of an elevator, wherein the load carrying layer comprises a second component comprised of a first fiber reinforced composite material.

A multiple layer suspension and transmission strip for use with an elevator system, wherein the strip defines a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, wherein the strip comprises:

• a. one or more pockets extending in the longitudinal direction, wherein the one or more pockets comprise a composite formed from a nonmetallic fiber and a first polymer;
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• b. an outer component configured to surround the one or more pockets, wherein the outer component comprises a second polymer.

A suspension and transmission strip for use with an elevator system, wherein the strip comprises a hollow interior portion.

A suspension and transmission strip for use with an elevator system, wherein the strip defines a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction, wherein the strip is configured to provide load carrying functionality, wherein the strip comprises at least one fiber reinforced composite without metallic material to provide the load carrying functionality.