What are pneumatic tubes?
Pneumatic tubes, also known as capsule pipelines, were a means of connection once used, based on the use of underground pipelines that operate using the pressure or exhaustion of air. Basically, all items needed to be received by individuals at another location could be, as they would be thrown into these pipelines, and pop out at the destination you desire. These were first used by the Victorians, who sent telegraphed messages using these lines. Many years after this time, a new means of receiving mail known as pneumatic post was used, during the 1800’s. This was widely used during the 18th century, but was neglected by the majority of the world by the 19th century. Today, they are mainly used by banks when sending checks or other pieces of writing to their neighboring banks. Interestingly enough, during the 1800’s pneumatic tubes were considered as a means of transportation when it came to people. In the end, this method, although tested with trains and people, was never used due to
