How was the max deflection formula derived?

[Amy54]

does anyone know how the formula for calculating max deflection was derived? The formula is (Force x Length^3)/(48 x E x I). I think it was through intergration but if anyone knows more could you please let me know? thanks! :)

 

[berkeman]

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Can you be more specific? Max deflection of what? What is the application?

 

[Amy54]

sorry.. the max deflection formula for a simply supported beam... :)