Void Ratio Calculator

Calculate void ratio and related parameters for tunnel blasting design

Input Parameters

Calculation Results
Rock area between hole tangents: -- mm²
Empty hole area: -- mm²
Void ratio (empty hole area/rock area): --
Edge-to-edge distance at 40% void ratio: -- mm

Visual Representation (40% Void Ratio)

The diagram below shows the charge hole and empty hole with their tangent lines at the 40% void ratio distance:


Void Ratio vs Distance Relationship

This chart shows how the void ratio changes with the distance between hole centers:

Note: The highlighted point represents the 40% void ratio configuration, which is often considered optimal for tunnel blasting.