Reliability Analysis in Geotechnics with Finite Elements --- Comparison of Probabilistic, Stochastic and Fuzzy Set Methods.

Abstract

The finite element method is widely used for solving various problems in geotechnical engineering practice. The input parameters required for the calculations are generally imprecise. The paper is devoted to a comparison of probabilistic, stochastic and fuzzy set method for reliability analysis with respect to its applicability for practical problems in geotechnical engineering.