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Helix Arc Length
11-29-2018, 02:56 AM
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Helix Arc Length
Would someone mind demonstrating how to calculate the arc length of a helix, or show how to integrate over a 3D vector on the HP Prime?

I am attempting to calculate the length of wire required to wrap around a cylinder, and need to mathematically determine length to calculate resistance.

Parameters:
Height: 10 inches
Revolutions: 35
Diameter: 0.54 inches
Pitch: 0.29 inches

A=∫(from 0 to 1)? √((x′(t))^2+(y′(t))^2+(z′(t))^2) dt

(Taken from https://math.stackexchange.com/questions...of-a-helix)

If anyone is able to direct me how to integrate over a 3D vector function I can probably figure out the correct formula and/or inputs. I just can't figure out how to input the equation properly.

Thanks kindly!
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Helix Arc Length - ArPEn - 11-29-2018 02:56 AM
RE: Helix Arc Length - ijabbott - 11-29-2018, 08:45 AM
RE: Helix Arc Length - Nigel (UK) - 11-29-2018, 09:22 AM
RE: Helix Arc Length - ArPEn - 11-30-2018, 03:10 AM



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