Uncertainty and Conservatism in the Seismic Analysis and Design of Nuclear Facilities
New York: American Society of Civil Engineers, 1986. Presumed First Edition, First Printing. Trade paperback. viii, 302, [2] pages. Figures. Formulae. Map. Tables. References. Ex-Library with the usual library markings. The report Uncertainty and Conservatism in the Seismic Analysis and Design of Nuclear Facilities, published by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Working Group on Quantification of Uncertainties, evaluates how safety margins and variability are calculated in nuclear plant engineering. It addresses the identification of conservatisms, the quantification of safety unknowns, and methods to balance structural reliability with realistic design responses. Key Evaluation Areas: Seismic Demand & Capacity: Assessing how ground motion variations and structural responses introduce safety gaps. Inelastic Energy Absorption: Accounting for the ability of structures to dissipate seismic energy safely beyond elastic limits. Risk and Fragility: Analyzing component failure probabilities to refine deterministic design rules into risk-informed practices. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is a tax-exempt professional body founded in 1852 to represent members of the civil engineering profession worldwide. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, it is the oldest national engineering society in the United States. Its constitution was based on the older Boston Society of Civil Engineers from 1848. ASCE is dedicated to the advancement of the science and profession of civil engineering and the enhancement of human welfare through the activities of society members. It has more than 143,000 members in 177 countries. Its mission is to provide essential value to members, their careers, partners, and the public; facilitate the advancement of technology; encourage and provide the tools for lifelong learning; promote professionalism and the profession; develop and support civil engineers. Condition: Good.
Keywords: QMU, Quantification, Margins, Uncertainty, Ground Acceleration, Seismic Design, Ground Motion, Stress-Strain, Soil-Structure, Response Analysis, Earthquake, Reinforced Concrete, Seismic Qualification, Risk Analysis
ISBN: 0872625478
[Book #91630]
Price: $275.00