Height of Nonagon given Side Calculator

Formula Used:

\[ h = \frac{(1 + \cos(\pi/9))}{2 \cdot \sin(\pi/9)} \cdot S \]

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1. What is the Height of Nonagon Formula?

The height of a nonagon (9-sided polygon) can be calculated using the formula that relates the height to the side length through trigonometric functions of π/9 radians (20 degrees).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ h = \frac{(1 + \cos(\pi/9))}{2 \cdot \sin(\pi/9)} \cdot S \]

Where:

\( h \) — Height of Nonagon (m)
\( S \) — Side length of Nonagon (m)
\( \pi \) — Archimedes' constant (approximately 3.14159)
\( \cos \) — Cosine trigonometric function
\( \sin \) — Sine trigonometric function

Explanation: The formula derives from the geometric properties of a regular nonagon, using trigonometric relationships between the central angle (π/9 radians) and the side length.

3. Importance of Height Calculation

Details: Calculating the height of a nonagon is important in geometry, architecture, and engineering applications where regular nonagonal shapes are used. It helps in determining the overall dimensions and spatial requirements of nonagonal structures.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the side length of the nonagon in meters. The value must be positive and greater than zero. The calculator will compute the corresponding height.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a regular nonagon?
A: A regular nonagon is a nine-sided polygon where all sides are equal in length and all interior angles are equal (140 degrees each).

Q2: Why is π/9 used in the formula?
A: π/9 radians (20 degrees) represents half of the central angle between two vertices in a regular nonagon, which is 40 degrees (2π/9 radians).

Q3: Can this formula be used for irregular nonagons?
A: No, this formula applies only to regular nonagons where all sides and angles are equal. Irregular nonagons require different calculation methods.

Q4: What are practical applications of this calculation?
A: This calculation is useful in architectural design, engineering projects, and mathematical problems involving regular nonagonal shapes.

Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically exact for a perfect regular nonagon. The accuracy in practical applications depends on the precision of the input side measurement.