CHANCE-CONSTRAINED OPTIMIZATION MODEL FOR STRUCTURAL DESIGN

A chance constrained mixed-integer optimization model for the design of structural frames conditioned on the probabilistic characteristics of the structural loads is presented. The technique can be used to evaluate the likely performance of structural designs subjected to random loadings. An example is given using a probabilistic loading and the results are compared to designs obtained through allowable stress and load and resistance factor design specifications. If information concerning variables in material properties, cross-sectional properties, and workmanship is available, the model may be expanded to incorporate these design parameters.

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  American Society of Civil Engineers

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• Authors:
  • Jacobs, T L
• Publication Date: 1991-1

Media Info

• Features: Appendices; Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 100-110
• Serial:
  • Journal of Structural Engineering
  • Volume: 117
  • Issue Number: 1
  • Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
  • ISSN: 0733-9445
  • Serial URL: http://ascelibrary.org/loi/jsendh

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Frames; Loads; Mathematical models; Optimization; Performance; Probability; Structural design
• Uncontrolled Terms: Models; Probabilistic analysis
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Data and Information Technology; Highways; Materials; I20: Design and Planning of Transport Infrastructure;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00600909
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Jan 31 1991 12:00AM