Volume 3D
Measurement of space occupied in three dimensions, like the volume of a concrete pillar.
3D volume calculations provide the total space occupied by a structure or material, essential for determining material quantities like concrete or fill, and for structural planning.
Used in a sentence
The volume 3D of the foundation is calculated to determine the total amount of concrete needed.
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