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How to Convert from Radian/hour [rad/h] to Revolution/day [r/d]?

How to Convert from Radian/hour [rad/h] to Revolution/day [r/d]?

Learn to convert angular velocity from radian per hour to revolution per day with this easy-to-use online converter, ideal for astronomy and geodesy applications.

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Radian/hour [rad/h] to Revolution/day [r/d] Conversion Table

Radian/hour [rad/h] Revolution/day [r/d]

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Radian/hour [rad/h] to Revolution/day [r/d] Conversion Table
Radian/hour [rad/h] Revolution/day [r/d]

What Is This Tool?

This unit converter helps users change angular velocity values from radian per hour (rad/h) to revolution per day (r/d). It is designed for those working with slow rotational speeds, especially in fields like astronomy, geodesy, and spacecraft attitude control.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the angular velocity value in radian/hour.
  • Select radian/hour as the input unit and revolution/day as the output unit.
  • Click the convert button to see the result in revolution/day.
  • Interpret the output for applications like planetary rotation or slow instrument movement.

Key Features

  • Converts angular velocity between radian/hour and revolution/day units.
  • Supports measurements used in astronomy, geodesy, and long-duration experiments.
  • Browser-based tool requiring no installation.
  • Provides precise conversion using the rate 1 rad/h = 3.8197186342 r/d.
  • Includes examples for quick reference.

Examples

  • 2 rad/h converts to 7.6394372684 r/d.
  • 0.5 rad/h converts to 1.9098593171 r/d.

Common Use Cases

  • Expressing planetary and Earth rotation rates in astronomy and geodesy.
  • Specifying the spin rates of spacecraft or satellites over extended periods.
  • Measuring slow rotational speeds in laboratory turntables or long-duration experiments.
  • Translating angular velocity into complete rotations per day for easier interpretation.

Tips & Best Practices

  • Ensure input values represent slow rotations appropriate for these units.
  • Use this conversion when dealing with daily or hourly angular velocities.
  • Apply consistent time standards (3600 seconds/hour and 86400 seconds/day) for accuracy.
  • Consider other units like rad/s for very fast angular velocities.

Limitations

  • Assumes the angular velocity is uniform and continuous during the time interval.
  • Relies on standard hour and day durations for conversion accuracy.
  • Not optimal for fast rotations where other units would be more suitable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does radian per hour measure?
Radian per hour measures angular velocity, representing how many radians an object rotates through in one hour.

Why convert radian/hour to revolution/day?
Converting helps express slow rotations in terms of full daily revolutions, making it easier to understand planetary or satellite spin rates.

Is this converter suitable for fast rotations?
No, this converter is designed for slow angular velocities; fast rotations are better expressed in smaller time-based units such as radian per second.

Key Terminology

Radian/hour (rad/h)
An angular velocity unit representing one radian of rotation per hour, useful for measuring slow angular movements.
Revolution/day (r/d)
A unit of angular velocity indicating one full rotation per day, often used to describe slow planetary or satellite spins.
Angular velocity
The rate at which an object rotates or changes its angular position over time.

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