ramps (circulation elements)

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Scope note
Inclined planes or slopes that are constructed of earth, stone, cement, metal, wood, or another material and used to connect two different levels, or to connect one level to the air or water. Examples include sloping floors or walks in architecture, sloping construction used in highway engineering, movable sets of stairs used when boarding or leaving an airplane, and movable slopes to allow access to a bus or other type of vehicle.
ramps
Accepted term: 06-May-2024