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The Short Outer Side of Hollow Frustum is the side length of the outer regular polygon on the top of the Hollow Frustum. It represents the measurement of the outer boundary of the top surface of a hollow frustum shape.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the outer side length by adding twice the thickness to the inner side length, accounting for the uniform thickness around the hollow frustum.
Details: Accurate calculation of the short outer side is crucial for geometric modeling, architectural design, and engineering applications involving hollow frustum structures. It helps in determining the external dimensions and material requirements.
Tips: Enter the short inner side length and thickness in meters. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: What is a hollow frustum?
A: A hollow frustum is a three-dimensional geometric shape that resembles a truncated pyramid or cone with a hollow interior, creating a uniform thickness throughout the structure.
Q2: When is this calculation typically used?
A: This calculation is commonly used in engineering, architecture, and manufacturing where hollow frustum shapes are employed, such as in piping systems, structural components, or decorative elements.
Q3: Are there any limitations to this formula?
A: This formula assumes uniform thickness and regular polygon shapes. It may not be accurate for irregular shapes or varying thickness distributions.
Q4: Can this calculator handle different units?
A: The calculator uses meters as the default unit. For other units, convert your measurements to meters before input, or adjust the result accordingly after calculation.
Q5: How precise are the calculations?
A: The calculator provides results with up to 4 decimal places, which is sufficient for most engineering and architectural applications.