Ductwork surface area calculation problem

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The discussion centers on calculating the surface area of various sheet metal ductwork components for an economics thesis project. The user, Tibor, has successfully derived formulas for some parts but seeks assistance for specific geometries, particularly those resembling frustums of square pyramids. Key resources provided include links to MathWorld and Math is Fun for further geometric insights. Accurate surface area calculations are essential for determining the weights of ductwork components in metric units.

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  • Understanding of geometric shapes, specifically frustums and trapezoids.
  • Familiarity with surface area calculation formulas.
  • Proficiency in Excel for spreadsheet creation and calculations.
  • Basic knowledge of sheet metal ductwork design and specifications.
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  • Research the formula for the surface area of a frustum of a square pyramid.
  • Explore trapezoidal surface area calculations for ductwork components.
  • Learn advanced Excel functions for automating surface area calculations.
  • Investigate resources on geometric properties of triangles and their applications in ductwork design.
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This discussion is beneficial for students in engineering or economics focusing on mechanical design, professionals in HVAC systems, and anyone involved in the fabrication and quotation of sheet metal ductwork.

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Hello,

I have a major in economics and I am creating an excel spreadsheet for quotations of sheet metal ductwork as my final thesis. I need to calculate weights for various types of ductwork produced in the company I chose for my thesis. In order to calculate weight, I need to know the surface area of ductwork parts. For many parts (pipes, elbows,etc.) I have figured out the formula for surface area myself, resp. found it on the internet. But there are some pieces I am not able to figure out how to get the surface area based on the input parameters.

You will find the pictures of the parts in the pdf attachment for which I need to get the formula for calculation of the surface area (in metric units). I would be very thankful if anyone of you could help me with finding the correct formulas.

Thank you very much for your time, help and effort.



Tibor
 

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