Spherical Cap Volume Calculator
Please provide any two values below to calculate.
The calculator only needs two values. The following result is based on .
It is a hemisphere since R = r.
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Volume =
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Spherical Cap Volume Calculator
Calculate the volume of a spherical cap with precision using any two known measurements. A spherical cap is the portion of a sphere cut off by a plane – think of a dome or the top section of a basketball. This intuitive calculator helps students, engineers, architects, and math enthusiasts quickly solve spherical cap problems without complex manual calculations.
Key Features:
Flexible Inputs: Works with any two known values (base radius, sphere radius, or height)
Comprehensive Unit Support: Choose from 11 different units including metric and imperial
Detailed Solutions: Shows step-by-step calculations with formulas
Special Case Detection: Automatically identifies hemisphere cases (when R = r)
Visual Formula Display: Presents both the general formula and your specific calculation
Perfect For:
✓ Geometry homework and STEM projects
✓ Architectural dome calculations
✓ Engineering and design applications
✓ Physics and mathematics education
Simply enter any two measurements, select your preferred units, and get instant results with clear explanations. The calculator handles all the complex mathematics behind the scenes while showing you exactly how the solution was derived.