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virusofthemind t1_je59r1c wrote
Reply to comment by kepler1 in ELI5: How do hotel door electronic locks know your card is valid vs. cancelled if they're not talking to the front desk all the time? by kepler1
Thanks, when the system is fitted the locks in the hotel are mapped onto the front desk unit. You can issue keys for various levels with the lowest level being the guest's keycard which is only valid for their room and then individual floor access for housekeepers, then master keys for management and maintenance right up to the emergency key which is used by security which does everywhere in the hotel even secure areas like finance offices and bar cellars. The emergency keys open the rooms even if they're locked from the inside (in case the guest has collapsed).
If you lose or wipe your room key the receptionist will issue either a duplicate key or a "one shot key" (clue is in the name) but when a new guest checks in they get issued a new key. The front desk unit has a set of "rolling access codes" which match the memory in the lock so when the new arrival swipes their key the memory on the lock moves on to the next code making the old code invalid. Once this has been done 999 times it starts from the beginning again.
virusofthemind t1_je4atrf wrote
Reply to ELI5: How do hotel door electronic locks know your card is valid vs. cancelled if they're not talking to the front desk all the time? by kepler1
Most locking systems in hotel rooms such as KABA are Ving don't communicate with the front desk unit.
The actual door locks themselves have their address programed into them as well as the current time.
When the receptionist cuts a new key as soon as it's used in the lock it invalidates the previous key unless it's a master key used by staff or an emergency key used by security; they're permanently valid unless the cards are accidently wiped or there's a security breach such as a master key stolen (in which case a new set of master keys is issued).
The new key has its expiry date programmed into it. Once the clock in the lock exceeds the time programmed into the key card then the lock won't work anymore.
virusofthemind t1_jdeunx3 wrote
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virusofthemind t1_j6d1mdo wrote
Ask a friend to move in and pretend to be a new lodger to make payments up.
When they meet get them to tell her he has scabies and not to tell you.
virusofthemind t1_j6crooq wrote
Ask them for advice on something. Everyone likes giving it and the fact you asked the person presupposes to them that you hold them in high regard.
Once you have the advice act on it. If it goes well tell the person and say thanks. If you're lucky you could end up with a mentor who will look after your interests if they're in a higher position than you.
virusofthemind t1_j1po7qm wrote
Cut through the white plastic flush arm parallel with the spindle. Once it's through just prise it off unscrew the plastic hex nut on the inside then replace the whole thing.
virusofthemind t1_j1ng5b3 wrote
Reply to Front door lock is loose. Is this bad? by [deleted]
What type of lock is it?
virusofthemind t1_j0hp4c4 wrote
Reply to comment by Hmmark1984 in How can i stop my toilet seat from becoming loose and moving? by Hmmark1984
It's a top fix attachment, you've probably pulled the threads. It shouldn't come loose if you have the rubber washer underneath.
virusofthemind t1_ixztdpb wrote
Reply to comment by BurnOutBrighter6 in ELI5: If allergies, and especially anaphylaxis, are so common, why do we still need prescriptions for epi pens and such? by boomokasharoomo
I remember seeing a fight in a nightclub a few years ago. This guy was getting some rough handling by one of the door staff and his girlfriend stuck her epi-pen in the back of the bouncer's neck. Guy ended up in hospital.
virusofthemind t1_ixyrxvi wrote
Reply to comment by ApocalypseLater93 in Correct Drill Bit Help by ApocalypseLater93
Just over round the hole sightly by rotating the drill in a circle as you drill. Make sure to get the dust out too, use a vacuum cleaner nozzle.
virusofthemind t1_iw8ojec wrote
Reply to comment by Anxious_Sherbet_1620 in How can I repair bathroom door? by Anxious_Sherbet_1620
Make a square directly above with masking tape about 10mm bigger than the hole. Rub a small amount of oil or furniture polish inside the square then cover with silicone caulk.
Once it's dry mark an arrow pointing up and peel the silicone off; That's your mould.
One you've got rid of the flakes fill the hole with wood putty and scrape off flat. Place your silicone mould on the putty lining up best you can so the vertical graining lines up then press the mould onto the putty to form the graining. Remove the mould and feather the edges with a light wet brush.
Once it's all done undercoat then light wire wool then paint the whole door.
virusofthemind t1_iv21wtx wrote
Reply to comment by Astrocreep_1 in NASA Asteroid Threat Practice Drill Shows We're Not Ready by Soupjoe5
If there was an asteroid heading for earth the entire planet would be in agreement and the cost would be immaterial even if it was the entire economic output of earth to stop it from hitting.
virusofthemind t1_jedzfu1 wrote
Reply to ELI5: If the chemical dopamine stimulates a 'feel good' sensation, is there a chemical that makes us angry? by Kree_Horse
Vasopressin enhances aggression. It's linked to the serotonin system in a convoluted way to provide a mechanism for enhancing and suppressing aggressive behaviour.