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Vector Calculator

Calculate 2D and 3D vector operations.

Math, Physics & Academic Studio

Quadratic Equation Solver (ax² + bx + c = 0)

FIRST ROOT (x₁)
3.0000
SECOND ROOT (x₂)
2.0000
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Tool Documentation & Architecture

About Vector Calculator

The 2D & 3D Vector Geometry & Kinematics Calculator computes vector magnitude ($||\vec{v}||$), unit direction vectors ($\hat{v}$), vector addition/subtraction ($\vec{u} \pm \vec{v}$), scalar multiplication, dot/cross products, and angles between vectors ($\theta$).

Step-by-Step Guide

How to Use Vector Calculator

1

Step 1

Select vector dimension (2D, 3D, or N-D).

2

Step 2

Enter components for Vector A and Vector B.

3

Step 3

Select operation (Resultant, Magnitude, Dot/Cross Product, or Angle).

4

Step 4

Inspect 3D graphical vector plot and copy mathematical solutions.

Industry Scenarios

Practical Use Cases for Vector Calculator

Game Development & 3D Physics Simulation

Normalize character velocity vectors and compute surface normal reflection angles for 3D game physics engines.

Mechanical Engineering Force Vectors & Statics Equilibrium

Calculate resultant force magnitudes and directional cosines for structural trusses and tension cables.

Sample Data & Transformation

Input & Output Examples

Analyzing 3D Vector Operations

Input Sample:
Vector u: `[3, 4, 0]`, Vector v: `[1, 2, 2]`
Processed Result:
||u|| = `5.0` | ||v|| = `3.0` | Dot Product: `11` | Angle: `42.83°` | Cross Product: `[8, -6, 2]`
Technical Capabilities

Key Features & Performance

  • Computes: Vector Norm / Magnitude, Unit Vector ($\vec{v}/||\vec{v}||$), Direction Angles ($\alpha, \beta, \gamma$), Dot Product, Cross Product.
  • Supports 2D ($x, y$), 3D ($x, y, z$), and arbitrary N-Dimensional vector spaces.
  • Interactive 2D/3D Canvas vector plot with live rotational camera controls.
  • 100% Client-Side vector geometry engine.
  • 1-Click Copy vector components & LaTeX notation.
Technical Glossary

Key Terminology & Definitions

Unit Vector ($\hat{v}$)

A vector of length 1 pointing in the identical direction as the original vector, computed as $\vec{v} / ||\vec{v}||$.

Euclidean Norm ($||\vec{v}||$)

The straight-line length of a vector from origin to tip, calculated via the Pythagorean distance formula $\sqrt{\sum v_i^2}$.

Frequently Asked Questions (PAA)

Vector Calculator FAQs

The standard vector cross product is defined strictly in 3-dimensional space ($R^3$), producing an orthogonal perpendicular vector.
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