Description

Book Synopsis
The mathematical verification of the safety of structures can be done by determining the probability of failure or by using safety elements. Observed damages and collapses are usually assessed within the framework of expert reports, which seems reasonable due to the large number of unique structures in the construction industry. However, there should also be an examination of observed safety across all structures.
Therefore, in this book the collapse frequencies are determined for different types of structures, such as bridges, dams, tunnels, retaining structures and buildings. The collapse frequency, like the failure probability, belongs to stochasticity. Therefore, the observed mean collapse frequencies and the calculated mean failure probabilities are compared. This comparison shows that the collapse frequencies are usually lower than the calculated failure probabilities. In addition, core damage frequencies and probabilities are given to extend the comparison to another technical product.



Table of Contents
Introduction and Initial Position.- Preliminary Considerations.- Bridges.- Dams.- Tunnel.- Retaining Structures.- Buildings and Structures.- Stadiums.- Wind Turbines.- Nuclear Power Plants.- Concluding Remarks.


The Collapse Frequency of Structures: Bridges -

    Product form

    A Paperback / softback by Dirk Proske

    £66.49

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £69.99 – you save £3.50 (5%)

    Order before 4pm today for delivery by Sat 5 Sep 2026.

    1 in stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of The Collapse Frequency of Structures: Bridges - by Dirk Proske

      Book details

      Publisher Springer Nature Switzerland AG
      Published 13 May 2023
      ISBN-13 9783030972493
      978-3030972493
      ISBN-10 3030972496
      Also in:
      Building construction and materials

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The mathematical verification of the safety of structures can be done by determining the probability of failure or by using safety elements. Observed damages and collapses are usually assessed within the framework of expert reports, which seems reasonable due to the large number of unique structures in the construction industry. However, there should also be an examination of observed safety across all structures.
      Therefore, in this book the collapse frequencies are determined for different types of structures, such as bridges, dams, tunnels, retaining structures and buildings. The collapse frequency, like the failure probability, belongs to stochasticity. Therefore, the observed mean collapse frequencies and the calculated mean failure probabilities are compared. This comparison shows that the collapse frequencies are usually lower than the calculated failure probabilities. In addition, core damage frequencies and probabilities are given to extend the comparison to another technical product.



      Table of Contents
      Introduction and Initial Position.- Preliminary Considerations.- Bridges.- Dams.- Tunnel.- Retaining Structures.- Buildings and Structures.- Stadiums.- Wind Turbines.- Nuclear Power Plants.- Concluding Remarks.


      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account