SOME PROBLEMS WITH LIMIT STATES DESIGN

Views differ on the meaning of limit states design, and three distinct definitions are gleaned from the literature. It is shown how there are problems in proceeding in the face of lack of data. In particular the use of long return period, which must be based on little data, is queried, as is the possible demise of the use of this term. This paper covers no new ground, and quotes what the author has found to be come thought provoking comments of others. (Author/TRRL)

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  Institution of Engineers

  11 National Circuit
  Barton, A.C.T.,   Australia 

  Institution of Engineers

  11 National Circuit
  Barton, A.C.T.,   Australia 
• Authors:
  • Dorman, CML
• Publication Date: 1985-2

Media Info

• Features: References;
• Pagination: p. 49-54
• Serial:
  • Institution of Engineers (Australia) Civ Eng Trans
  • Volume: CE2
  • Issue Number: 1
  • Publisher: Institution of Engineers
  • ISSN: 0819-0259

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Calculation; Coefficients; Definitions; Design; Evaluation and assessment; Loads; Probability; Reviews; Safety; Statistics; Structural design; Ultimate load design
• ITRD Terms: 6464: Calculation; 9011: Design (overall design); 9020: Evaluation (assessment); 6452: Limit; 5567: Load; 6534: Probability; 5504: Safety coefficient; 6555: Statistics
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Data and Information Technology; Design; Highways; Safety and Human Factors; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00399471
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB
• Files: ITRD, TRIS, ATRI
• Created Date: Aug 25 2004 2:44AM