The book investigates the critical interplay between structural system reliability and optimization techniques. It presents research from the IFIP WG 7.5 Working Conference held in Munich in 1991, focusing on advanced methodologies for assessing and enhancing the performance of engineering structures under various conditions. The contributions explore probabilistic approaches, computational models, and practical applications aimed at ensuring safety and efficiency in structural design.

This collection of papers from the 1991 IFIP WG 7.5 Working Conference likely serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in structural engineering. The focus on reliability and optimization suggests a technical audience interested in advanced analytical and computational methods. The conference proceedings format indicates a compilation of current research findings and theoretical discussions within the field.