When a simply supported beam is subjected to a concentrated load at its midpoint, it bends, creating tension in the bottom fibers and compression in the top fibers. The maximum bending stress occurs at the midpoint of the beam and can be calculated using the formula: simply supported beam deflection of beam strength of materials simply supported beam with point load simply supported beam with point load on centre introduction to deflection of beams Deflection of simply supported beam deflection of beams deflection and slope for simply supported beam deflection of beam with point load theorem concept This stress distribution is critical in the design and analysis of beams, ensuring they can safely support loads without excessive deformation or failure. #StructuralEngineering #BendingStress #SimplySupportedBeam #LoadAnalysis #EngineeringBasics #deflectionofbeamtheorem #simplysupportedbeamloadactingon middle #MechanicalEngineering #CivilEngineering #EngineeringFundamentals #strengthofmaterials #gate #ies