Abstract: In the present paper an introduction is initially given on the interpretation of uncertainty and probability in engineering decision analysis and it is explained how, in some cases, uncertainties ...

Abstract: Many parameters influencing corrosion degradation are time variant and the corrosion process is thus subject to temporal variability, the real characteristics of which are commonly neglected in ...

Abstract: The optimal design of offshore structures is formulated as a decision theoretical problem. The objective is to maximize the expected net present value of the life cycle benefit. The general ...

Abstract: Reliability and risk-based inspection planning (RBI) has been developed in the past for single structural details subject to fatigue, based on structural reliability analysis. This paper extends ...

Abstract: Different approaches to determine the acceptance criteria for fatigue induced failure of structural systems and components are discussed and compared. The considered approaches take basis in either ...

Abstract: Based on new methodological developments in the area of risk-based inspection planning (RBI) for structural components subject to fatigue degradation, the present paper presents a unified approach ...

Abstract: After a brief outline of the simplified and generic approach to reliability- and risk-based inspection planning, focus is set on a recent application of the methodology for the planning of ...

Abstract: The present paper describes the results of a recent study on the application of methods from structural reliability to optimize management of marine fouling on jacket-type structures. In particular, ...

Abstract: For complex and costly decommissioning activities, it is beneficial, if not necessary, that all relevant risks are identified and assessed on an overall basis, treating and assessing all risks ...

Abstract: The present paper introduces a general framework for integrity management of offshore steel jacket structures allowing for the risk based planning of inspections and maintenance activities with ...