Parabolic Arc Calculation
Calculators and formula for calculating parabolic arc
This function calculates the length and area of a parabolic arc.
To perform the calculation, enter the height h and the length of the chord b, then click on the 'Calculate' button.
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Formulas for calculating a parabola
Area
\(\displaystyle A = \frac{2}{3}hb\)
Arc length
\(\displaystyle L = \frac{1}{2}s+\frac{b^2}{8h}\,ln\left(\frac{4h+s}{b} \right)\)
Shape parameters *)
\(\displaystyle s = \sqrt{b^2+16h^2} \)
*) is needed to calculate the arc length.
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