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Skewed Top Area of Skewed Three Edged Prism is the total quantity of two dimensional space enclosed on the triangular face on the top of the Skewed Three Edged Prism. It represents the surface area of the top triangular face.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: This formula is derived from Heron's formula for calculating the area of a triangle when all three sides are known, adapted for the specific case of a skewed three-edged prism.
Details: Calculating the skewed top area is crucial for determining the surface area of the prism, which is important in various engineering and architectural applications, particularly in structural design and material estimation.
Tips: Enter all values in meters. Ensure that the perimeter is greater than the sum of the two given edges, and all values are positive numbers.
Q1: What units should I use for input?
A: All inputs should be in meters (m) for consistent results. The calculator will output area in square meters (m²).
Q2: What if the perimeter is less than the sum of the two edges?
A: The calculation requires that the perimeter must be greater than or equal to the sum of all three edges. If this condition is not met, the result may not be valid.
Q3: Can this calculator handle decimal inputs?
A: Yes, the calculator accepts decimal values with up to 4 decimal places for precise calculations.
Q4: What is the range of valid inputs?
A: All input values must be positive numbers greater than zero. The perimeter should be reasonably larger than the individual edge lengths.
Q5: How accurate is the calculation?
A: The calculation uses the standard mathematical formula and provides results with 6 decimal places for high precision.