The formula to calculate Helix Length (HXL) is:
\[ HXL = \sqrt{R^2 + C^2} \]
Where:
The helix length refers to the distance along the path of a helix, which is a three-dimensional curve that spirals around an axis. The length of the helix is influenced by both the rise (the vertical distance the helix climbs in one complete revolution) and the circumference (the distance around the helix). This measurement is important in various applications, such as in the design of springs, coils, and other helical structures.
Let's consider an example:
Using the formula to calculate Helix Length:
\[ HXL = \sqrt{5^2 + 12^2} = \sqrt{25 + 144} = \sqrt{169} = 13 \, \text{units} \]
This means that the length of the helix is 13 units.