A powerful tool in computational stochastic mechanics is the stochastic finite element
method (SFEM). SFEM is an extension of the classical deterministic FE approach to the …

This paper overviews the efforts that led to resolution of the 20th century conundrum in
elastic stability of shells. In particular, the dramatic disagreement between theoretical and …

Variations of manufacturing process parameters, environment aspects, and imperfections
may significantly affect the quality and performance of stiffened shells. The reliability-based …

The accuracy of structural analysis in composite structures depends on the proper
estimation of the uncertainties mainly related to the mechanical properties of the constituent …

This paper presents a stochastic finite element (SFE) within a general purpose finite element
analysis program ABAQUS to simulate the probabilistic structural response of stochastic …

Non-linear stability plays an essential role in the design of reticulated shell structures. In
order to improve the buckling strength of aluminum alloy spherical shells with gusset joints …

In this paper, the effect of material and thickness spatial variation on the buckling load of
isotropic shells with random initial geometric imperfections is investigated. To this purpose, a …

This paper presents a methodology for the multi-objective optimization of both gear macro
and microgeometry parameters in order to minimize the Static Transmission Error (STE) and …

Ice structures are widely constructed in cold regions as landscapes or shelters. However,
owing to the poor mechanical properties of the material and the masonry construction …

The present study is devoted to reliability‐based optimum seismic design (RBOSD) of
reinforced concrete (RC) moment frames within the context of performance‐based design. A …