Horizontal Length of Prism Formula

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Horizontal Length of Prism is the horizontal component of prism length. Check FAQs
L=bcos((I))
L - Horizontal Length of Prism?b - Inclined Length?I - Angle of Inclination?

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1.7365Edit=10Editcos((80Edit))
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Horizontal Length of Prism Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Horizontal Length of Prism?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
L=bcos((I))
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
L=10mcos((80°))
Next Step Convert Units
L=10mcos((1.3963rad))
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
L=10cos((1.3963))
Next Step Evaluate
L=1.7364817766719m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
L=1.7365m

Horizontal Length of Prism Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Horizontal Length of Prism
Horizontal Length of Prism is the horizontal component of prism length.
Symbol: L
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Inclined Length
Inclined Length of prism is along the slope.
Symbol: b
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Angle of Inclination
Angle of Inclination is defined as the angle measured from the horizontal surface of the wall or any object.
Symbol: I
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
cos
Cosine of an angle is the ratio of the side adjacent to the angle to the hypotenuse of the triangle.
Syntax: cos(Angle)

Other formulas in Stability Analysis of Infinite Slopes in Prism category

​Go Weight of Soil Prism in Stability Analysis
W=(γzbcos((I)))
​Go Unit Weight of Soil given Weight of Soil Prism
γ=Wzbcos((I))
​Go Inclined Length along Slope given Weight of Soil Prism
b=Wγzcos((I))
​Go Depth of Prism given Weight of Soil Prism
z=Wγbcos((I))

How to Evaluate Horizontal Length of Prism?

Horizontal Length of Prism evaluator uses Horizontal Length of Prism = Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination)) to evaluate the Horizontal Length of Prism, The Horizontal Length of Prism is defined as its measurement along the base, extending from one end to the other horizontally. Horizontal Length of Prism is denoted by L symbol.

How to evaluate Horizontal Length of Prism using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Horizontal Length of Prism, enter Inclined Length (b) & Angle of Inclination (I) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Horizontal Length of Prism

What is the formula to find Horizontal Length of Prism?
The formula of Horizontal Length of Prism is expressed as Horizontal Length of Prism = Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination)). Here is an example- 1.736482 = 10*cos((1.3962634015952)).
How to calculate Horizontal Length of Prism?
With Inclined Length (b) & Angle of Inclination (I) we can find Horizontal Length of Prism using the formula - Horizontal Length of Prism = Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination)). This formula also uses Cosine (cos) function(s).
Can the Horizontal Length of Prism be negative?
No, the Horizontal Length of Prism, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Horizontal Length of Prism?
Horizontal Length of Prism is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Horizontal Length of Prism can be measured.
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