PATHOLOGICAL LIMIT STATE FUNCTIONS. ACMSM 9; THE NINTH AUSTRALASIAN CONFERENCE ON THE MECHANICS OF STRUCTURES AND MATERIALS, 29-31 AUGUST 1984, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Methods of assessing risk levels implied by structural codes are discussed. Highly nonlinear limit state functions were found while assessing the reliability of a reinforced concrete portal frame. An unconventional way of interpreting the intent of structural codes is suggested, as a result. (Author/TRRL)

• Corporate Authors:

  University of Sydney

  School of Civil and Mining Engineering, Parramatta Road
  Sydney, New South Wales 2006,   Australia 
• Authors:
  • Elms, D G
• Publication Date: 1984

Media Info

• Features: Figures; References;
• Pagination: p. 306-310
• Serial:
  • Publication of: Sydney University, Australia
  • Publisher: University of Sydney

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Building codes; Concrete; Frames; Hazards; Limit state design; Reliability; Risk assessment; Structural design; Ultimate load design
• Old TRIS Terms: Portal structures
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Highways; Law; Safety and Human Factors;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00462622
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB
• Files: ITRD, TRIS
• Created Date: Feb 28 1987 12:00AM