First-order reliability method

The first-order reliability method, (FORM), is a semi-probabilistic reliability analysis method devised to evaluate the reliability of a system.

See also

• EN 1990
• Stress–strength analysis

References

• Verderaime, V. (1994) "Illustrated Structural Application of Universal First-Order Reliability Method", NASA Technical Paper 3501
• Cizelj, L.; Mavko, B.; Riesch-Oppermann, H. (1994) "Application of first and second order reliability methods in the safety assessment of cracked steam generator tubing", Nuclear Engineering and Design, 147

External links

• Probabilistic engineering design – first-order and second-order methods