Description
Separate gap and overlap between two supplied boom-section edges.
Precision-agriculture records separate spatial reference versions, quality-code sources, calibration factors and target prescriptions. A cross-track error needs a directed planar line, while pulse counts require a compatible volume-per-pulse factor. Local map differences and overlap widths do not select a treatment, control machinery or establish positioning accuracy.
Separate gap and overlap between two supplied boom-section edges.
When to use this tool
Use Boom Section Overlap Width when you already have leftSectionEnd, rightSectionStart and need to separate gap and overlap between two supplied boom-section edges.
How to use the tool and how it works
- Enter leftSectionEnd, rightSectionStart. Use the units and conventions below.
- Run the tool. Correct any format, range, or cross-field input error before interpreting the output.
- Read overlapWidth, gapWidth. Use the output convention below.
Return max(0,leftEnd-rightStart) as overlap and max(0,rightStart-leftEnd) as gap.1
| Input field | Meaning and units | Accepted input |
|---|---|---|
| leftSectionEnd | Left Section End | Required. Finite number. |
| rightSectionStart | Right Section Start | Required. Finite number. |
| Output field | Interpretation | Returned shape |
|---|---|---|
| overlapWidth | Overlap Width | Required. Finite number. |
| gapWidth | Gap Width | Required. Finite number. |
{
"input": {
"leftSectionEnd": 6,
"rightSectionStart": 5
},
"output": {
"overlapWidth": 1,
"gapWidth": 0
}
}Limitations and assumptions
- Edges share one oriented coordinate; no physical alignment, application dose, spraying safety or machine control is assessed.
- Inputs must satisfy both the field types and the cross-field conditions above. Invalid input causes an error; a successful false flag or documented placeholder is a different result.
- Numeric calculations use binary floating point unless exact decimal-integer arithmetic is explicitly stated. No hidden measurement tolerance or decimal rounding is added; nonfinite or out-of-contract results are rejected. Numeric signed-zero results are exported as zero.
Alternative or Complementary methods
Use the original georeferenced map, calibrated meter and verified machine geometry for field decisions. A full guidance or application analysis must include coordinate system, path extent and equipment constraints beyond one signed offset or overlap width.
References
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