The formula to calculate the Flattening of Ellipse is:
\[ f = \frac{2a - 2b}{2b} \]
Flattening of Ellipse is the measure of the compression along the major axis to describe the off-spherical shape of the Ellipse. Major Axis of Ellipse is the length of the chord which passes through both foci of the Ellipse. Minor Axis of Ellipse is the length of the longest chord which is perpendicular to the line joining the foci of the Ellipse.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula:
\[ f = \frac{20 - 12}{12} = 0.666666666666667 \]
The Flattening is 0.666666666666667.
| Major Axis (Meters) | Minor Axis (Meters) | Flattening |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | 12 | 0.500000000000000 |
| 19 | 12 | 0.583333333333333 |
| 20 | 12 | 0.666666666666667 |
| 21 | 12 | 0.750000000000000 |
| 22 | 12 | 0.833333333333333 |