engineeringarchitecture4.025 min read Taiwan's Resilience: From Earthquake Preparedness to Global Sympathy
Taiwan's tallest skyscraper, Taipei 101, withstood the recent 7.4 magnitude earthquake using modern engineering techniques. The building's reinforced concrete construction and a tuned mass damper, a large orb-like device suspended within the tower, allowed it to sway and counteract the earthquake's powerful motion. The skyscraper's deep foundations, strict anti-seismic building codes, and extensive testing also contribute to its resilience. The tuned mass damper, which is also used in skyscrapers worldwide, protects against harmonic vibration and reduces the uncomfortable effects of swaying on occupants during high winds.
1 year ago•Source: CNN
