reduce the impacts of earthquakes by:

• having regular earhquake practice days

• have evacuation procedures in place in case an earthquake occurs
• avoid living in earthquake prone areas
• provideing flexible gas pipes in buildings to risk of fire from ruptured pipes
• reinforce lift shafts in tall buildings
• ensure there is sufficient open space for people to gather in the event of an earthquake
• add rubber shock absorbers to buildings and foundations
• have automatic shutters on the windows to stop glass falling to the ground
• have rolling weights on the roof to countract the shockwaves
• mount panels of marble and glass flexibly to the main structure of the building
TAIPEI 101

also known as the Taipei Financial Center, is a landmark skyscraper located in Xinyi District,
Taipei, Taiwan. The building was the world's tallest (with occupiable floors) until it was
surpassed in height by the Burj Khalifa on July 21, 2007. The skyscraper was officially the tallest
building until the opening of the Burj Khalifa on the 4th of January 2010. Taipei 101, designed
by C.Y. Lee & Partners and constructed primarily by KTRT Joint Venture and numerous
subcontractors including Samsung C&T[2] received the 2004 Emporis Skyscraper Award and was
hailed as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World (Newsweek magazine, 2006) and Seven
Wonders of Engineering (Discovery Channel, 2005).[dead link][3] The tower has served as an icon of
modern Taiwan ever since its opening. Fireworks launched from Taipei 101 feature prominently
in international New Year's Eve broadcasts and the structure appears frequently in travel
literature and international media.

Taipei 101 comprises 101 floors above ground and 5 floors underground. The name of the tower
reflects its floor count and carries symbolic meanings alluding to technology and Asian tradition
(see "Symbolism" below.) Its postmodernist approach to style incorporates traditional design
elements and gives them modern treatments. The tower is designed to withstand typhoons and
earthquakes. A multi-level shopping mall adjoining the tower houses hundreds of fashionable
stores, restaurants and clubs.

Taipei 101 is owned by the Taipei Financial Center Corporation (TFCC) and managed by the
International division of Urban Retail Properties Corporation based in Chicago. The name
originally planned for the building, Taipei World Financial Center, was derived from the name
of the owner. The original name in Chinese was literally, Taipei International Financial Center
(traditional Chinese: 臺北國際金融中心; pinyin: Táiběi Guójì Jīnróng Zhōngxīn).

ISU & CARA PENYELESAIAN

Kemungkinan kejadian gempa bumi yang tinggi

Earthquakes

The seismic waves caused by an earthquake will make buildings sway and oscillate in various
ways depending on the frequency and direction of ground motion, and the height and
construction of the building. Seismic activity can cause excessive oscillations of the building
which may lead to structural failure. To enhance the building's seismic performance, a proper
building design is performed engaging various seismic vibration control technologies.

Selesaikan menggunakan Tuned mass damper /

Construction

Taipei 101's Millennium Park (seen from the Indoor Observatory, noon)

Planning for Taipei 101 began in 1997 during Chen Shui-bian's term as Taipei mayor. Talks
between merchants and city government officials initially centered on a proposal for a 66-story
tower to serve as an anchor for new development in Taipei's 101 business district. By the time
the ground-breaking ceremony took place on January 13, 1998 planners were considering taking
the new structure to a more ambitious height. Ten months later the city granted a license for the
construction of a 101-story tower on the site. Construction proceeded and the first tower column
was erected in summer 2000.

Taipei 101's roof was completed three years later on July 1, 2003. Ma Ying-jeou, in his first term
as Taipei mayor, fastened a golden bolt to signify the achievement. Three months later the
pinnacle was placed.

The formal opening of the tower took place on New Year's Eve 2004. President Chen Shui-bian,
Taipei Mayor Ma Ying-jeou and Legislative Speaker Wang Jin-pyng cut the ribbon. Open-air
concerts featured a number of popular performers, including singers A-Mei and Sun Yan Zi.
Visitors rode the elevators to the Observatory for the first time. A few hours later the first
fireworks show at Taipei 101 heralded the arrival of a new year.[29] [30]

[edit] Modifications

The Taipei Financial Center Corporation (TFCC) announced plans on 2009 November 2 to make
Taipei 101 "the world's tallest green building" by summer of 2011 as measured by LEED
standards. The structure is already designed to be energy-efficient, with double-pane windows
blocking external heat by 50% and recycled water meeting 20-30% of the building's needs.
(LEED) certification would entail inspections and upgrades in wiring, water and lighting
equipment at a cost of NT$60 million (US$1.8 million). Estimates show the savings resulting
from the modifications would pay for the cost of making them within three years.[28] [29]