Development of computer program for structural risk optimization

• Grant number: 06/02743-7
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Master
• Start date: October 01, 2006
• End date: February 29, 2008
• Field of knowledge: Engineering - Civil Engineering - Structural Engineering
• Principal Investigator: André Teófilo Beck
• Grantee: Camila Cardozo Verzenhassi
• Host Institution: Escola de Engenharia de São Carlos (EESC). Universidade de São Paulo (USP). São Carlos , SP, Brazil

Abstract

In this project the development of a high level computer code for optimization of structural risk is proposed. For optimization of structural risk, we understand the establishment of optimum levels of safety, control and maintenance for a given structural system, in order to maximize the profit obtained with operation of the system. This analysis is based in the monetary quantification of the consequences of structural failure, as well as in the evaluation of failure probabilities. (AU)

Scientific publications

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BECK, ANDRE T.; VERZENHASSI, CAMILA. C.. Risk optimization of a steel frame communications tower subject to tornado winds. Latin American Journal of Solids and Structures, v. 5, n. 3, p. 187-203, SEP 2008. (06/02743-7)

BECK, ANDRE T.; VERZENHASSI, CAMILA. C.. Risk optimization of a steel frame communications tower subject to tornado winds. LATIN AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SOLIDS AND STRUCTURES, v. 5, n. 3, p. 17-pg., 2008-09-01. (06/02743-7)

Academic Publications

(References retrieved automatically from State of São Paulo Research Institutions)

VERZENHASSI, Camila Cardozo. Reliability-based structural risk optimization. 2008. Master's Dissertation - Universidade de São Paulo (USP). Escola de Engenharia de São Carlos (EESC/SBD) São Carlos.