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This calculator determines the length of a rectangle when given its perimeter and the angle between the diagonal and the length. It uses trigonometric relationships to solve for the missing dimension.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula derives from the relationship between the rectangle's perimeter, its sides, and the trigonometric properties of the angle between the diagonal and length.
Details: Calculating the length of a rectangle from its perimeter and diagonal angle is essential in geometry problems, architectural design, and various engineering applications where rectangular dimensions need to be determined from partial information.
Tips: Enter the perimeter in meters and the angle in degrees (between 0 and 90). Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is the valid range for the angle input?
A: The angle must be between 0 and 90 degrees (non-inclusive of 0).
Q2: Why does the formula use tangent function?
A: The tangent function relates the opposite side (width) to the adjacent side (length) in the right triangle formed by the diagonal.
Q3: Can this calculator handle very large perimeter values?
A: Yes, the calculator can handle large values as long as they are within reasonable computational limits.
Q4: What units should I use for inputs?
A: Perimeter should be in meters, and angle in degrees. The result will be in meters.
Q5: Is this calculation accurate for all rectangles?
A: Yes, this formula works for all rectangles as it's derived from fundamental geometric principles.