In this post, we are going to look at just what the problems that face skyscraper building are, and how these issues are being overcome.
However, not all buildings use the same solution. The current world record holder, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, is instead constructed so that no vortices can occur. Because the structure is not built uniformly, air flow is disrupted in such a way that no eddies or vortices can become organized enough to make a difference.
The building has a Y-shape plan, with each higher tier slightly rotated from the lower one, making a spiral effect. Each floor is also smaller than the previous one. Countless computer models and tunnel tests were conducted to examine the consequences of the aerodynamic principles involved.
So, thanks to clever engineers' better understanding of aerodynamic physics, and the prestige to be gained from creating the tallest skyscraper, many new record breakers are currently in the works. For example, Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia is set to be the first skyscraper to be raised 1 km into the sky.
Just imagine the incredible views from future buildings like this! But try not to worry about the wind so much.
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