Angle Between Bearings Calculator
Calculate the smallest angle between two compass bearings with our precise calculator
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🧭 Compass Bearing Systems
Quadrant Bearings
Also called "reduced bearings", measured from North or South toward East or West (e.g., N45°E, S30°W).
Azimuth Bearings
Measured clockwise from North (0°-360°), commonly used in navigation and surveying.
Mathematical Bearings
Measured counterclockwise from East (0°-360°), used in mathematics and some engineering fields.
🚀 Practical Applications
| Field | Use of Bearing Angles | Typical Precision |
|---|---|---|
| Navigation | Course plotting, waypoint navigation | 1° |
| Surveying | Property boundaries, construction layout | 0.1° |
| Aviation | Flight paths, runway approaches | 0.5° |
| Maritime | Ship navigation, collision avoidance | 1° |
| Military | Artillery targeting, troop movements | 0.5° |
| Robotics | Autonomous vehicle navigation | 0.01° |
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Note: This calculator computes the angle between two bearings based on standard mathematical principles. For critical navigation or surveying applications, always verify calculations with professional tools.