TY - JOUR
T1 - Kuhn-Tucker optimization based reliability analysis for probabilistic finite elements
AU - Liu, Wing K
AU - Besterfield, G.
AU - Lawrence, M.
AU - Belytschko, T.
PY - 1988/12/1
Y1 - 1988/12/1
N2 - The fusion of the probabilistic finite element method (PFEM) and reliability analysis is presented. The application of the methodologies is directed toward probabilistic fracture mechanics (PFM). That is, for uncertainties in loads, material parameters, geometry and crack length, orientation and location, the probability of fracture is determined. In order to calculate the reliability index for determination of the probability of failure or fracture, a Kuhn-Tucker optimization procedure is used. Application of the Kuhn-Tucker optimization procedure provides a concise manner for performing reliability analysis. By employing an enriched finite element which embeds the crack-tip singularity, explicit expressions are developed for the PFEM and optimization procedure. The fusion of PFEM and reliability is computationally quite efficient and provides a powerful tool for the design engineer.
AB - The fusion of the probabilistic finite element method (PFEM) and reliability analysis is presented. The application of the methodologies is directed toward probabilistic fracture mechanics (PFM). That is, for uncertainties in loads, material parameters, geometry and crack length, orientation and location, the probability of fracture is determined. In order to calculate the reliability index for determination of the probability of failure or fracture, a Kuhn-Tucker optimization procedure is used. Application of the Kuhn-Tucker optimization procedure provides a concise manner for performing reliability analysis. By employing an enriched finite element which embeds the crack-tip singularity, explicit expressions are developed for the PFEM and optimization procedure. The fusion of PFEM and reliability is computationally quite efficient and provides a powerful tool for the design engineer.
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M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:0024177898
SN - 0160-8835
VL - 93
SP - 135
EP - 149
JO - American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Applied Mechanics Division, AMD
JF - American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Applied Mechanics Division, AMD
ER -