Elliptical Cylinder Volume Calculator
Enter both ellipse semi-axis lengths and the cylinder length in one unit.
A QUICK WALKTHROUGH
How to use this tool
- Enter semi-axis a.
- Enter semi-axis b and cylinder length.
- Calculate volume in cubic units.
Formula and scope
For ellipse semi-axes a and b and cylinder length L, volume V = πabL. All lengths use the same unit.
Ideal geometry
Assumes a constant elliptical cross-section perpendicular to the cylinder length. Local calculation only.
GOOD TO KNOW
Common questions
Are a and b full diameters?
No. They are semi-axes; enter half of each full ellipse diameter.