Description
Catering to undergraduate seniors and graduate students in structural engineering, this book assumes a fundamental understanding of structural engineering and mechanics. It adeptly introduces probability and statistics, reviewing essential concepts and techniques to equip readers with the necessary tools for reliability analysis.
The book covers a wide spectrum of topics, encompassing the fundamentals of structural reliability, diverse reliability analysis methods, and the evaluation of structural loads and actions. It also explores structural resistance and capacity, examining material properties, structural modeling, and limit states.
Furthermore, the book delves into the reliability assessment of structural systems, investigating system reliability analysis methods and addressing the reliability of redundant and deteriorating structures. It also examines the reliability of structures subjected to multiple hazards and uncertain parameters, providing valuable insights for assessing the reliability of existing structures.
Moving forward, the book discusses design for structural reliability, exploring reliability-based design concepts and methods. It introduces load and resistance factor design, limit states design, and performance-based design, empowering readers with the knowledge to design structures that meet stringent reliability requirements.
Finally, the book concludes with applications of structural reliability in various engineering disciplines, showcasing its practical significance. It examines the reliability of bridges, buildings, offshore structures, nuclear power plants, and wind turbines, providing real-world examples of how reliability analysis is applied in these fields.
With its clear explanations, comprehensive coverage, and practical examples, this book is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and practicing engineers seeking to enhance their understanding and expertise in structural reliability.
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Language : English
Dimensions : 6 x 9 inches
Pages : 191 pages
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