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The Outer Width of Frame formula calculates the outer width of a rectangular frame based on its inner width and vertex diagonal. This is particularly useful in construction, manufacturing, and design applications where precise frame dimensions are required.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: The formula accounts for the geometric relationship between the inner and outer dimensions of a rectangular frame with equal vertex diagonals.
Details: Accurate frame width calculation is crucial for proper fitting, structural integrity, and aesthetic alignment in various applications including picture framing, window framing, and structural framing systems.
Tips: Enter the inner width and vertex diagonal in meters. Both values must be non-negative numbers. The calculator will compute the outer width automatically.
Q1: What is the vertex diagonal of a frame?
A: The vertex diagonal is the linear distance between any pair of adjacent vertices of the inner and outer rectangles of the frame.
Q2: Why is √2 used in this formula?
A: √2 appears in the formula due to the 45-degree angle relationship between the inner and outer rectangles in a typical frame structure.
Q3: Can this formula be used for non-rectangular frames?
A: No, this formula is specifically designed for rectangular frames with equal vertex diagonals.
Q4: What units should I use for the inputs?
A: The calculator accepts inputs in meters, but you can use any consistent unit as long as both inputs use the same unit.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise based on the input values. The accuracy depends on the precision of your measurements.