Taipei 101 s resilience against the recent earthquake underscores its innovative design, including a giant pendulum that reduces the building s sway by up to 40%. Constructed primarily from reinforced concrete, Taipei 101 s ability to flex in response to seismic forces showcases its architectural resilience. Designed by CY Lee & Partners, the skyscraper adheres to stringent anti-seismic building codes, making it a model of high-rise safety. Visitors to Taipei 101 can witness the tuned mass damper, nicknamed "Damper Baby," in action, highlighting the building s innovative engineering.
The external affairs ministry (MEA) on Thursday said they have established contact with two of its nationals reported to be missing following an earthquake in Taiwan. The MEA said that both individuals are safe.
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