Abstract: A probabilistic assessment of the effect of the importance factor in ANSI A58.1-1982 on the reliability of structures is performed. It is found that the change in reliability for structures within the same ANSI category ...

Abstract: A method based on the combination of the imposed deformation approach and the stable configuration approach of structural system reliability analysis is developed for evaluating the reliability of structures with elements ...

Abstract: Snow load factors are critically examined for use in load and resistance factor design (LRFD). Specifically examined are the effects on structural reliability of the change in the basic ground load to roof load conversion ...

Abstract: Dynamic spectator live loads on a steel bent were measured during several football games. Two types of dynamic forces were observed, one from crowd reactions after exciting plays and the other from rhythmic cheering. Dynamic ...

Abstract: The reliability of bolted steel tension members designed according to the American Institute of Steel Construction Load and Resistance Factor Design Code is evaluated. The failure modes considered are yielding of the gross ...

Abstract: The load and resistance factor design (LRFD) specification developed by the American Institute of Steel Construction allows the designer to consider the partial restraint in a steel connection. A generated nonlinear equation ...

Abstract: An experimental study was carried out to investigate the shear behavior of corrugated metal ties anchoring brick veneer walls to light wood frame backing. Connection subassemblies were tested under monotonic and cyclic ...