Distribution of Maximum and Statistical Response System

Equivalent linearization of the Bouc–Wen hysteretic model

“…Note that for many materials, such as reinforced concrete, steel [15] or soil [16] very low values of a have been proposed, so that some amount of drift can be expected in their response. As for nonstationary analyses the reliability assessment must be based on the whole evolution of the level crossing rate [32], the importance of estimating correctly the whole evolution of the response moments needs not to be emphasized.…”