First-order reliability methods (FORM) of structural reliability assessment allowed optimization of the thicknesses of fiberglass reinforced polyester (FRP) resin necessary for pipeline repair using a ...
Pipeline failure probabilities calculated by the Monte Carlo method are better than those given by the first-order reliability method (FORM) but have a longer calculation time. Pipeline failure ...
ABSTRACT Reliability is an important engineering requirement for consistently delivering acceptable product performance through time. As time progresses, the product may fail due to time-dependent ...
As modern structures require more critical and complex designs, the need for accurate approaches to assess uncertainties in loads, geometry, material properties, manufacturing processes and ...