Angle of Elevation Formula

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The angle of elevation in satellite communication refers to the vertical angle between the horizontal plane and a line connecting an Earth-based satellite dish or antenna to a satellite in space. Check FAQs
∠θel=∠θR-∠θtilt-λe
∠θel - Angle of Elevation?∠θR - Right Angle?∠θtilt - Tilt Angle?λe - Earth Station Latitude?

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42Edit=90Edit-31Edit-17Edit
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Angle of Elevation Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Angle of Elevation?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
∠θel=∠θR-∠θtilt-λe
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
∠θel=90°-31°-17°
Next Step Convert Units
∠θel=1.5708rad-0.5411rad-0.2967rad
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
∠θel=1.5708-0.5411-0.2967
Next Step Evaluate
∠θel=0.73303828583748rad
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
∠θel=42°

Angle of Elevation Formula Elements

Variables
Angle of Elevation
The angle of elevation in satellite communication refers to the vertical angle between the horizontal plane and a line connecting an Earth-based satellite dish or antenna to a satellite in space.
Symbol: ∠θel
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be less than 90.
Right Angle
Right angle refer to the orientation of the satellite antenna's main beam with respect to the Earth's surface.
Symbol: ∠θR
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Tilt Angle
Tilt Angle refers to the angular displacement or inclination of a satellite antenna or dish from the vertical axis.
Symbol: ∠θtilt
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be less than 90.
Earth Station Latitude
Earth Station Latitude refers to the geographical latitude coordinate of a specific ground-based station on Earth that is equipped to communicate with satellites.
Symbol: λe
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other formulas in Geostationary Orbit category

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∠θtilt=∠θR-∠θel-λe
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Rgso=([GM.Earth]Pday4π2)13
​Go Geostationary Height
Hgso=Rgso-[Earth-R]
​Go Geostationary Radius
Rgso=Hgso+[Earth-R]

How to Evaluate Angle of Elevation?

Angle of Elevation evaluator uses Angle of Elevation = Right Angle-Tilt Angle-Earth Station Latitude to evaluate the Angle of Elevation, The Angle of Elevation measures the vertical angle between a horizontal line and a line of sight pointing upwards from an observer to an object or point. Angle of Elevation is denoted by ∠θel symbol.

How to evaluate Angle of Elevation using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Angle of Elevation, enter Right Angle (∠θR), Tilt Angle (∠θtilt) & Earth Station Latitude e) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Angle of Elevation

What is the formula to find Angle of Elevation?
The formula of Angle of Elevation is expressed as Angle of Elevation = Right Angle-Tilt Angle-Earth Station Latitude. Here is an example- 1271.966 = 1.5707963267946-0.54105206811814-0.29670597283898.
How to calculate Angle of Elevation?
With Right Angle (∠θR), Tilt Angle (∠θtilt) & Earth Station Latitude e) we can find Angle of Elevation using the formula - Angle of Elevation = Right Angle-Tilt Angle-Earth Station Latitude.
Can the Angle of Elevation be negative?
No, the Angle of Elevation, measured in Angle cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Angle of Elevation?
Angle of Elevation is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Angle of Elevation can be measured.
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