23. Case study #5: Simply supported with linearly varying load

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Hie sean i came across this formula as i was doing a similar question from the textbook just wanted to understand cause it doesnt give the same answer like the one from this lecture

Hi @tak24g,
The expression in the image is for the maximum deflection at the centre of a circular plate with build-in (no rotation) perimeter and subject to a uniform pressure.

Seán