Azimuth Angle Formula

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Azimuth angle refers to the horizontal angle between the satellite's position in the sky and the reference point, typically measured in degrees clockwise from true north. Check FAQs
∠θz=∠θS-∠θacute
∠θz - Azimuth Angle?∠θS - Straight Angle?∠θacute - Acute Angle?

Azimuth Angle Example

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100Edit=180Edit-80Edit
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Azimuth Angle Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Azimuth Angle?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
∠θz=∠θS-∠θacute
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
∠θz=180°-80°
Next Step Convert Units
∠θz=3.1416rad-1.3963rad
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
∠θz=3.1416-1.3963
Next Step Evaluate
∠θz=1.745329251994rad
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
∠θz=99.9999999999999°
LAST Step Rounding Answer
∠θz=100°

Azimuth Angle Formula Elements

Variables
Azimuth Angle
Azimuth angle refers to the horizontal angle between the satellite's position in the sky and the reference point, typically measured in degrees clockwise from true north.
Symbol: ∠θz
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be less than 360.
Straight Angle
Straight Angle is the angle at 180 degree.
Symbol: ∠θS
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Acute Angle
Acute Angle refers to the angle formed between the line of sight from a ground-based antenna to a satellite and the normal (perpendicular) to the Earth's surface at the antenna's location.
Symbol: ∠θacute
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be less than 90.

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How to Evaluate Azimuth Angle?

Azimuth Angle evaluator uses Azimuth Angle = Straight Angle-Acute Angle to evaluate the Azimuth Angle, The Azimuth Angle formula refers to the horizontal angle from a reference direction to the satellite location, aiding in antenna pointing for signal transmission. Azimuth Angle is denoted by ∠θz symbol.

How to evaluate Azimuth Angle using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Azimuth Angle, enter Straight Angle (∠θS) & Acute Angle (∠θacute) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Azimuth Angle

What is the formula to find Azimuth Angle?
The formula of Azimuth Angle is expressed as Azimuth Angle = Straight Angle-Acute Angle. Here is an example- 5729.578 = 3.1415926535892-1.3962634015952.
How to calculate Azimuth Angle?
With Straight Angle (∠θS) & Acute Angle (∠θacute) we can find Azimuth Angle using the formula - Azimuth Angle = Straight Angle-Acute Angle.
Can the Azimuth Angle be negative?
No, the Azimuth Angle, measured in Angle cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Azimuth Angle?
Azimuth Angle is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Azimuth Angle can be measured.
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