What Is This Tool?
This tool converts angle values from gons, a metric-based angular unit, to degrees, a widely used unit for measuring angles. It supports professionals needing accurate transformations of angular measurements for use in mapping, navigation, engineering, and astronomy.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the angle value in gons into the input field
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Select gon as the input unit and degree [°] as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent angle in degrees
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Use the result for navigation, engineering, or surveying tasks
Key Features
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Converts gons to degrees using exact conversion rate (1 gon = 0.9 degrees)
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Useful for land surveying, military aiming, civil engineering, and navigation
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Browser-based and easy to use without any installation
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Supports quick conversion for angular measurements in various professional fields
Examples
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Converting 10 gons results in 9 degrees
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50 gons convert to 45 degrees
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Use conversions to translate metric-based angular measures into degrees for global compatibility
Common Use Cases
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Land surveying and cadastral mapping requiring metric angular divisions
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Artillery and military fire control for specifying aiming directions
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Civil engineering tasks such as road and tunnel alignment
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Navigation and astronomy for bearing and positional angle measurements
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Converting angles for geometry and general plane angle calculations
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify input unit is set to gon before converting
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Use degrees output for compatibility with most geographic and engineering standards
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Cross-check converted values when using in critical applications
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Be aware of the gon unit’s specialized use in certain professional fields
Limitations
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Gon is less commonly used outside specific professional areas, which can limit general familiarity
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Slight rounding errors may happen due to decimal conversion from gon to degree
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Conversion tool relies on the fixed rate of 1 gon = 0.9 degrees and does not apply alternate definitions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a gon used for?
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A gon, also known as a gradian, is used primarily in land surveying, military fire control, and civil engineering where metric angular divisions are practical.
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How many degrees are in one gon?
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One gon equals exactly 0.9 degrees.
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Why convert gons to degrees?
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Converting gons to degrees helps translate metric-based angle measurements into the more universally recognized degree unit for applications like navigation and mapping.
Key Terminology
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Gon
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A unit of plane angle equal to 1/400 of a full circle; often used in surveying, engineering, and military applications.
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Degree [°]
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A unit of plane angle equal to 1/360 of a full circle, widely used in navigation, geometry, and astronomy.
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Conversion Rate
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The fixed multiplier used to convert between units, such as 1 gon equaling 0.9 degrees.