Matrix formulation for the calculation of structural systems reliability

摘要

Based on matrix algebra and matrix formulations, a new technique for the calculation of structural systems reliability of girder bridges is presented in this paper. This technique guarantees a high degree of accuracy and at the same time allows the calculation to be performed in an automatic and efficient manner. This technique is illustrated by a numerical example and its main advantages are discussed in the conclusions. (C) 1998 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved. References: 9