Search for: [Abstract = "The idea is subdivided into two phases\: A problem\-specific relation between loading applied \(to a structure, which contributes to the stress\) and failure is derived from simulation, where a probabilistic approach only assumes a distribution function. Subsequently, an adequate general model is set up to describe deterioration progression. The scheme will be shown through simulation\-based results and can be used for estimation of the remaining useful life and predictive maintenance\/ control."]