What Is This Tool?
This online converter transforms angular velocity values from revolutions per second, which measure full rotations each second, into degrees per second, a unit expressing angular change in degrees over time. It's useful for interpreting rotation rates in various mechanical, aerospace, and sensor systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in revolution/second you wish to convert
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Select the units: from revolution/second to degree/second
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Submit the input to see the conversion result immediately
Key Features
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Converts angular speed from revolution/second to degree/second accurately
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Supports applications in engineering, robotics, aerospace, and sensor data processing
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Browser-based and easy to use without software installation
Examples
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2 revolution/second equals 720 degree/second
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0.5 revolution/second equals 180 degree/second
Common Use Cases
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Measuring shaft speeds of electric motors and small machinery
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Reporting spin rates of optical discs, flywheels, and turbomachinery
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Calculating rotation rates from gyroscope and inertial measurement unit (IMU) outputs
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Specifying motor or joint speeds in robotics and motion control
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Reporting aircraft or vehicle attitude changes like roll, pitch, and yaw
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this converter to express rotational speeds in smaller angular units for finer resolution
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Apply conversions to align sensor data with control system requirements
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Be aware of large numerical values after conversion and handle computations carefully
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Ensure uniform rotation assumptions when using converted values for analysis
Limitations
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Converted degree/second values are larger by a factor of 360, leading to potentially large numbers
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The conversion assumes steady rotation, not accounting for acceleration or varying speeds
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Care should be taken in interpreting results when transient rotational conditions occur
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does 1 revolution/second represent?
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It means one full rotation around an axis every second, measuring angular speed.
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Why convert revolution/second to degree/second?
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Because degree/second provides a finer angular measurement useful in sensor outputs and control systems.
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Can I use this conversion for non-uniform rotation?
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No, this tool assumes uniform rotational speed and does not handle acceleration or transient motions.
Key Terminology
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Revolution/second [r/s]
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Unit of angular speed representing the number of complete rotations around an axis per second.
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Degree/second [°/s]
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Unit of angular velocity measuring the change in angle in degrees per second.
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Angular velocity
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The rate of change of an object's angle with respect to time, indicating how fast it rotates.