Truncated Rectangular Pyramid Calculator Volume

Volume Formula:

\[ V = \frac{h}{3} \times (A1 + A2 + \sqrt{A1 \times A2}) \]

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1. What is the Truncated Rectangular Pyramid Volume?

The volume of a truncated rectangular pyramid (frustum) is the space contained within the shape. It's calculated using the heights and areas of the two parallel bases.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the volume formula:

\[ V = \frac{h}{3} \times (A1 + A2 + \sqrt{A1 \times A2}) \]

Where:

\( h \) — Height between the two bases
\( A1 \) — Area of the first base
\( A2 \) — Area of the second base

Explanation: The formula accounts for the combined contribution of both base areas and their geometric mean.

3. Importance of Volume Calculation

Details: Calculating the volume of truncated pyramids is essential in architecture, engineering, and geometry applications where this shape appears.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter height and both base areas in consistent units. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if the bases are rectangular?
A: The formula works for any shape of bases as long as you know their areas. For rectangles, calculate area as length × width.

Q2: How accurate is this formula?
A: The formula is mathematically exact for perfect truncated pyramids with parallel bases.

Q3: Can this be used for cones?
A: Yes, with circular bases, though there's a more specific formula for conical frustums.

Q4: What units should I use?
A: Use consistent units - if height is in meters, areas should be in square meters.

Q5: How does this relate to the full pyramid formula?
A: If A2=0, it reduces to the standard pyramid formula V = (h × A1)/3.