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The diameter of the circumcircle of a square is the diameter of the circle that passes through all four vertices of the square. It is twice the circumradius of the square.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: The diameter of the circumcircle is simply twice the circumradius, as the circumradius is the distance from the center of the square to any of its vertices.
Details: Calculating the diameter of the circumcircle is important in geometry, engineering, and design applications where circular elements need to enclose square components or vice versa.
Tips: Enter the circumradius of the square in meters. The value must be positive and greater than zero.
Q1: What is the relationship between square side length and circumradius?
A: For a square with side length s, the circumradius \( r_c = \frac{s}{\sqrt{2}} \).
Q2: How is the circumcircle diameter related to the square's diagonal?
A: The diameter of the circumcircle is equal to the diagonal of the square.
Q3: Can this calculator be used for rectangles?
A: No, this calculator is specifically for squares. Rectangles have different circumcircle properties.
Q4: What are practical applications of circumcircle calculations?
A: Used in mechanical engineering for fitting square components into circular housings, in architecture for circular designs containing square elements, and in manufacturing for tooling and fixture design.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically exact for perfect squares. The accuracy depends on the precision of the input circumradius value.