Inradius of Nonagon Given Diagonal Across Four Sides Calculator

Formula Used:

\[ Inradius\ of\ Nonagon = Diagonal\ across\ Four\ Sides\ of\ Nonagon \times \frac{\sin(\pi/18)}{\tan(\pi/9)} \]

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1. What is the Inradius of Nonagon?

The inradius of a nonagon is the radius of the circle that fits perfectly inside the nonagon, touching all its sides. It's an important geometric property that helps in various geometric calculations and constructions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ Inradius\ of\ Nonagon = Diagonal\ across\ Four\ Sides\ of\ Nonagon \times \frac{\sin(\pi/18)}{\tan(\pi/9)} \]

Where:

\( \pi \) — Archimedes' constant (approximately 3.14159)
\( \sin \) — Sine trigonometric function
\( \tan \) — Tangent trigonometric function
Diagonal across Four Sides — The straight line joining two non-adjacent vertices across four sides

Explanation: This formula derives from the geometric relationships within a regular nonagon, using trigonometric functions to relate the diagonal measurement to the inradius.

3. Importance of Inradius Calculation

Details: Calculating the inradius is crucial for various geometric applications including area calculations, construction planning, and understanding the spatial properties of nonagonal shapes in architecture and design.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the diagonal measurement across four sides of the nonagon in meters. The value must be positive and greater than zero for accurate calculation.

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° each).

Q2: How is the diagonal across four sides measured?
A: It's the straight line distance between two non-adjacent vertices that have three vertices between them along the perimeter.

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

Q4: What are practical applications of this calculation?
A: This calculation is useful in architecture, engineering design, and any field requiring precise geometric measurements of nonagonal shapes.

Q5: How accurate is the calculation?
A: The calculation uses precise trigonometric functions and provides results accurate to six decimal places when valid inputs are provided.