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Potential applications of discrete-event simulation and fuzzy rule-based systems to structural reliability and availability
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posted on 2010-01-01, 00:00 authored by A Juan, A Ferrer, C Serrat, J Faulin, Gleb BeliakovGleb Beliakov, J HesterThis chapter discusses and illustrates some potential applications of discrete-event simulation (DES) techniques in structural reliability and availability analysis, emphasizing the convenience of using probabilistic approaches in modern building and civil engineering practices. After reviewing existing literature on the topic, some advantages of probabilistic techniques over analytical ones are highlighted. Then, we introduce a general framework for performing structural reliability and availability analysis through DES. Our methodology proposes the use of statistical distributions and techniques – such as survival analysis – to model component-level reliability. Then, using failure- and repair-time distributions and information about the structural logical topology (which allows determination of the structural state from their components’ state), structural reliability, and availability information can be inferred. Two numerical examples illustrate some potential applications of the proposed methodology to achieving more reliable and structural designs. Finally, an alternative approach to model uncertainty at component level is also introduced as ongoing work. This new approach is based on the use of fuzzy rule-based systems and it allows the introduction of experts’ opinions and evaluations in our methodology.
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Title of book
Simulation methods for reliability and availability of complex systemsSeries
Springer Series in Reliability EngineeringChapter number
9Pagination
199 - 214Publisher
Springer-VerlagPlace of publication
London, EnglandISSN
1614-7839ISBN-13
9781848822122ISBN-10
184882212XLanguage
engPublication classification
B1 Book chapterCopyright notice
2010, SpringerExtent
13Editor/Contributor(s)
J Faulin, A Juan, S Martorell, J Ramirez-MarquezUsage metrics
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