Quick Answer
Calculate Machine Vision Field of View from Working Distance and Focal Length
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Result Interpretation
Machine Vision Field of View from Working Distance and Focal Length Calculator computes Horizontal Field of View in m using the defined engineering formula and the input values provided.
Worked Example
Verified calculation
Given:
- Lens Focal Length = 0.012
- Image Sensor Width = 0.0064
- Working Distance = 0.3
Expected Result:
- Horizontal Field of View = 0.16
Engineering Interpretation:
Under the given input conditions, the calculated result is: Horizontal Field of View = 0.16 m.
The actual numerical result is computed by the Runtime engine using the persisted tool definition. The values shown here come from automatically validated test cases.
Formula / Method
horizontal field of view = image sensor width * working distance / lens focal lengthFormula family: formula_machinevision_field_of_view_vs_working_distance_and_lens_focal_length_selector
Variables
| Symbol | Label | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| sensor_width | Image Sensor Width | INPUT | Image Sensor Width |
| working_distance | Working Distance | INPUT | Working Distance |
| focal_length | Lens Focal Length | INPUT | Lens Focal Length |
| field_of_view | Horizontal Field of View | OUTPUT | Horizontal Field of View |
Calculation Steps
- Enter the image sensor width in m.
- Enter the working distance in m.
- Enter the lens focal length in m.
- Step 1: Compute horizontal field of view.
- Read the horizontal field of view (m) from the results.
Engineering Summary
Calculate Machine Vision Field of View from Working Distance and Focal Length
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this calculator calculate?
The Machine Vision Field of View from Working Distance and Focal Length Calculator estimates Horizontal Field of View based on the input parameters you provide
Why is image sensor width important in this calculation?
image sensor width is directly proportional to horizontal field of view. When you enter image sensor width in m, the calculator uses it in the engineering formula to compute the output
How should I interpret the result horizontal field of view?
The calculator outputs horizontal field of view in m. The result is computed directly from the input values using the defined engineering formula
What units should I use for the inputs?
Enter each value in the units shown next to the input field: Image Sensor Width (m), Working Distance (m), Lens Focal Length (m). Make sure all inputs use the specified units for consistent results
What assumptions does this calculator use?
This calculator uses automatically validated engineering formulas. Results are approximate and should be validated against site-specific conditions, applicable codes, and professional engineering judgment
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