What Is This Tool?
This tool enables users to convert angular velocity values measured in degree per second (°/s) to radian per hour (rad/h). It helps translate faster motion rates into slower, more precise units suited for long-duration angular measurements.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the angular velocity value in degree per second (°/s)
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Select the input unit as degree/second and the output unit as radian/hour
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent value in radian/hour (rad/h)
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Use the provided formula or examples to verify your conversion
Key Features
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Converts angular velocity values from degrees per second to radians per hour
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Supports applications in astronomy, robotics, aerospace, and instrumentation
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Provides a straightforward formula and practical examples
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Browser-based and easy to use without any installations
Examples
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Convert 2 °/s: 2 × 62.8318530718 = 125.6637061436 rad/h
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Convert 0.5 °/s: 0.5 × 62.8318530718 = 31.4159265359 rad/h
Common Use Cases
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Output rotation rates of inertial sensors like gyroscopes or IMUs in devices such as drones and phones
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Specify rotational speeds of motors or robotic joints in motion control systems
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Report vehicle or aircraft attitude rates including roll, pitch, and yaw in flight dynamics
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Express slow planetary or Earth rotation rates for astronomy and geodesy studies
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Quantify slow rotational speeds during long-term observations with telescopes or satellite pointing
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Measure slow rotations of laboratory turntables or experimental platforms
Tips & Best Practices
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Always consider the difference in time scales when converting between °/s and rad/h to avoid misinterpretations
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Use this conversion primarily for applications involving slow or long-duration angular motions
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Verify results with provided examples to ensure correctness
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Be mindful of rounding effects when applying the conversion constant
Limitations
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Degree per second measures faster angular velocities compared to radian per hour which measures slower rates
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Conversions must account for different time units (seconds vs hours) to maintain accuracy
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Rounding in the conversion constant may affect precision for sensitive applications
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does degree per second [°/s] measure?
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Degree per second (°/s) measures the rate of angular change in degrees per unit time and represents rotational speed.
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When should I use radian per hour [rad/h]?
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Radian per hour (rad/h) is useful for measuring slow rotational motions over long durations, such as in astronomy or slow sensor scanning.
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How do I convert degree per second to radian per hour?
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Multiply the value in degree per second by 62.8318530718 to obtain the equivalent angular velocity in radian per hour.
Key Terminology
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Degree per second [°/s]
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A unit of angular velocity indicating how many degrees an object rotates per second.
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Radian per hour [rad/h]
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An angular velocity unit measuring rotation in radians per hour, suited for slow angular changes.
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Angular velocity
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The rate at which an object's angular position changes with respect to time.