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Base Edges of Square Pillar are the sides of the same length that are joined to form the Square Pillar. This calculator determines the base edge length when the space diagonal and height of the pillar are known.
The calculator uses the mathematical formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula is derived from the Pythagorean theorem applied to the three-dimensional geometry of a square pillar, where the space diagonal connects opposite corners through the interior space.
Details: Calculating base edges is essential in architectural design, structural engineering, and construction to determine the proper dimensions of square pillars for stability, load-bearing capacity, and aesthetic proportions.
Tips: Enter space diagonal and height in meters. Both values must be positive numbers, and the space diagonal must be greater than the height for valid results.
Q1: What is a space diagonal in a square pillar?
A: Space Diagonal of Square Pillar is a straight line connecting two vertices that are not on the same face of the Square Pillar.
Q2: Why must space diagonal be greater than height?
A: Mathematically, the space diagonal must be longer than the height in a right square pillar, as it forms the hypotenuse of a right triangle where height is one side.
Q3: Can this formula be used for rectangular pillars?
A: No, this specific formula applies only to square pillars where all base edges are equal. Rectangular pillars require a different formula.
Q4: What units should I use for the inputs?
A: The calculator uses meters, but you can use any consistent unit system (cm, mm, inches, etc.) as long as all inputs use the same unit.
Q5: How accurate are the results?
A: The results are mathematically precise based on the input values, with rounding to 6 decimal places for practical use.