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Table 6 Probability of failure based on critical girder component reliability versus probability of failure based on system reliability

From: Effect of structural repairs on the load rating and reliability of a prestressed concrete bridge

 

Probability of Failure Pf

Based on component reliability

Based on system reliability

As-Built

7.45 × 10–8

3.36 × 10–10

Repaired

5.50 × 10–7

1.60 × 10–8

Damaged-I

1.44 × 10–4

1.45 × 10–4

Damaged-II

3.22 × 10–6

2.66 × 10–8

Damaged-III

5.81 × 10–3

6.38 × 10–4