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Researchers City, University of London are developing new vibration-control devices based on Formula 1 technology so 'needle-like' high-rise skyscrapers which still withstand high winds can be built. Current devices called tuned mass dampers (TMDs) are fitted in the top floors of tall buildings to act like heavyweight pendulums counteracting building movement caused by winds and earthquakes.

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