How Taiwan’s tallest skyscraper withstands earthquakes
Suspended from 92 thick cables between the 87th and 92nd floors, the golden steel sphere can move about 5 feet in any direction. As a result, it acts like a pendulum that counteracts (or “dampens”) swaying motions... read full story @ https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/04/style/taipei-101-earthquake-design-intl-hnk/index.html