ConvertOnlineHour Angles to Compass Points calculator
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Hour Angles to Compass Points formula
Use this formula to convert hour angles to compass points:
Calculation
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Hour Angles to Compass Points Conversion Table
Reference values for converting Hour Angles to Compass Points.
| Hour Angles (hour angle) | Compass Points (compass point) |
|---|---|
| 0 hour angle | 0 compass point |
| 1 hour angle | 1.3333 compass point |
| 10 hour angle | 13.3333 compass point |
| 45 hour angle | 60 compass point |
| 90 hour angle | 120 compass point |
| 180 hour angle | 240 compass point |
| 360 hour angle | 480 compass point |
| 1000 hour angle | 1333.3333 compass point |
Worked example
Convert 6 Hour Angles to Compass Points
Compass Points = 6 × 4 / 3 = 8 Compass Points
About these units
Hour Angles
Hour angles are a unit of angular measurement used in astronomy to describe the position of celestial objects relative to an observer's local meridian. One hour angle corresponds to 15 degrees, reflecting the Earth's rotation rate of 15 degrees per hour. Hour angles are crucial in celestial navigation and the tracking of astronomical objects.
Compass Points
Compass points are a unit of angular measurement used in navigation and cartography to represent directions on a compass. Traditionally, the compass is divided into 32 points, each representing 11.25 degrees. Compass points are essential in maritime navigation, aviation, and orienteering, providing a simple and standardized way to describe directions.
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