Probabilistic Design of Earthquake‐Resistant Structures
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 113, Issue 8
Abstract
This is the first of a two‐part paper on the development and preliminary testing of a methodology for the optimal probabilistic limit states design of seismic‐resistant steel frames. A mechanism for allowing a designer to include the effects of uncertainties and multiple design objectives in the design process is described. The concept of [GOOD, BAD] and [HIGH, LOW] preference pairs is explained. Scaling procedures for combining the aforementioned effects and the statistics of frame response in a single design entity called designer dissatisfaction are developed. The features of the proposed design method are demonstrated via the design of a simple one‐story shear building.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 113 • Issue 8 • August 1987
Pages: 1642 - 1659
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Published online: Aug 1, 1987
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