Foundation Angle Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the foundation angle (θ) is:

\[ \theta = \arctan\left(\frac{H}{W}\right) \]

Where:

\( \theta \) is the foundation angle (degrees).
\( H \) is the height of the foundation (meters).
\( W \) is the width of the foundation (meters).

What is a Foundation Angle?

A foundation angle is the angle formed between the base of a foundation and its height. This angle is crucial in construction and engineering as it helps determine the stability and load-bearing capacity of the foundation. The foundation angle can affect the distribution of forces and the overall structural integrity of the building or structure being supported.

Example Calculation

Consider an example where:

Height (H): 10 meters
Width (W): 5 meters

Using the formula to calculate the foundation angle:

\[ \theta = \arctan\left(\frac{10}{5}\right) \times \frac{180}{\pi} = 63.43 \text{ degrees} \]

This means that the foundation angle for this example is 63.43 degrees.