Stochastic equivalent linearization algorithms and their applicability to hysteretic systems (Q1116375)

This paper summarizes some results of a joint research project aiming at introducing a design procedure of dynamically loaded structures which allows for the energy dissipated in the inelastic range. The joint research is focused on stochastic equivalent linearization techniques. The need of some improvements in the solution scheme arises from the proof of a necessity theorem that limits within a Gaussian description of the response the applicability of the procedure presently adopted. The use of complex modal analysis and, hence, the possibility of making use of a response spectrum description of the loading is also investigated from a theoretical point of view.