1. What is Bearing Calculation?

Bearing calculation converts angles to bearings measured from north. Bearings are used in navigation, surveying, and engineering to describe directions relative to true north.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple conversion:

Where:

• \( Angle \) — Input angle measured in degrees from north
• \( Bearing \) — Resulting bearing value in degrees

Explanation: The bearing is simply equal to the angle measured clockwise from north.

3. Importance of Bearing Calculation

Details: Accurate bearing calculation is essential for navigation, surveying, construction, and various engineering applications where precise directional measurements are required.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the angle in degrees (0-360). The calculator will return the corresponding bearing value.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the difference between bearing and heading?
A: Bearing refers to the direction to a destination, while heading refers to the direction the vehicle is pointing.

Q2: How are bearings typically expressed?
A: Bearings are usually expressed in degrees from 0° to 360°, measured clockwise from true north.

Q3: What is the range of valid bearing values?
A: Valid bearing values range from 0° to 360°, where 0°/360° is north, 90° is east, 180° is south, and 270° is west.

Q4: Can this calculator handle negative angles?
A: No, the calculator only accepts angles between 0° and 360°. Negative angles should be converted to positive equivalents.

Q5: How precise are the results?
A: Results are calculated to one decimal place for precision in most navigation and surveying applications.