arcsecond [arcsec] to gradian [grad] Converter
arcsec
grad
How to Convert arcsecond to gradiangradian
1 arcsec = 0.00030864197530864197 grad
1 grad = 3240 arcsec
Example: convert 4 arcsec to grad:
4 arcsec = 4 x 0.00030864197530864197 = 0.0012345679012345679 grad
arcsecond
Definition: An arcsecond (symbol: '') is a unit of angular measure equal to 1/60 of an arcminute or 1/3600 of a degree. It is used to express very small angles, particularly in astronomy and surveying.
History/origin: Like the arcminute, the arcsecond originates from the Babylonian sexagesimal system.
Current use: Arcseconds are used in astronomy for high-precision measurements of stellar positions, parallaxes, and proper motions. They are also used in surveying and geodesy for precise angle determination.
gradian
Definition: A gradian (also known as a gon or grade) is a unit of angular measure, defined as 1/400 of a full rotation. It is primarily used in surveying and some European countries.
History/origin: The gradian was introduced in France during the French Revolution as part of the metric system. It was intended to simplify calculations, as it is based on decimal divisions.
Current use: Gradians are mainly used in surveying, particularly in Europe. They are less common than degrees or radians in most other applications.
arcsecond to gradian Conversion Table
| arcsecond [arcsec] | gradian [grad] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 arcsec | 0.00000308641975308642 grad |
| 0.1 arcsec | 0.0000308641975308642 grad |
| 1 arcsec | 0.00030864197530864197 grad |
| 10 arcsec | 0.0030864197530864196 grad |
| 50 arcsec | 0.015432098765432098 grad |
| 100 arcsec | 0.030864197530864196 grad |
| 1000 arcsec | 0.30864197530864196 grad |
| 10000 arcsec | 3.0864197530864197 grad |
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