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The perimeter of a parallelepiped is the total distance around the edge of the three-dimensional geometric shape. It represents the sum of all the edges of the parallelepiped.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the perimeter by considering the given sides, surface areas, and the angle between specific sides of the parallelepiped.
Details: Calculating the perimeter of a parallelepiped is important in various geometric and engineering applications, including material estimation, structural design, and spatial analysis of three-dimensional objects.
Tips: Enter all required values in the appropriate units. Side lengths and surface areas must be positive values. The angle beta must be between 0 and 180 degrees.
Q1: What is a parallelepiped?
A: A parallelepiped is a three-dimensional figure formed by six parallelograms. It's the 3D equivalent of a parallelogram.
Q2: How is this formula derived?
A: The formula is derived from geometric relationships between the sides, angles, and surface areas of a parallelepiped, using trigonometric functions to account for angular relationships.
Q3: What are the units for the perimeter?
A: The perimeter is measured in meters (m) or any other length unit consistent with the input side lengths.
Q4: Can this calculator handle different units?
A: All inputs must use consistent units. If side lengths are in meters, surface areas must be in square meters.
Q5: What if I get a division by zero error?
A: This occurs when the denominator becomes zero, which happens when sin(∠β) = 0. Make sure the angle is not 0° or 180°.