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How does a turnstile work?

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How does a  turnstile work ?   A person can open the passage way with kind of  access control  systems,  card reader  systems,  remote control  systems,  biometric systems,   ticket accepting devices  etc.   It is a post with a number of short poles sticking out from it that have to be pushed round as each person walks through the entrance.   After  a  person has passed,  the  turnstile arms   locking  again immediately.   They can allow only  one-way passage  or  bidirectional  use.     In case of fire or any similar emergency situation,  free exit  option is available.   If a turnstile is lock while power off , it has been called  fail secure turnstile . If a turnstile is free while power off, it has been called  fail safe turnstile .   How is a  turnstile mechanism ?   Turnstiles often use  ratchet mechanisms ...