The One-Kilometer Tall Jeddah Tower

Abstract

<p>Upon completion, the construction of Jeddah Tower will represent the first man-made structure to reach one-kilometre in height. The development and proportioning of the lateral load resisting system is described and related to the architectural functionality and placed within a more general context of historical systems development for ultra-tall towers. The crucial role of wind tunnel testing and engineering for wind effects on the tower is highlighted, which along with simplicity and ease of construction, are the primary drivers for the overall design solution.</p>