Angle of Depression Calculator
Calculate Angle of Depression
About Angle of Depression
The angle of depression is the angle between the horizontal line and the line of sight to an object below the horizontal level.
Formula:
θ = arctan(height / distance)
Where:
- θ = Angle of depression
- height = Vertical distance
- distance = Horizontal distance
Applications:
• Surveying
• Navigation
• Construction
• Architecture
• Military targeting
Key Points:
• Always measured from horizontal
• Range: 0° to 90°
• Equal to angle of elevation
• Used in trigonometry
Understanding angles of depression is crucial for accurate measurements in construction, surveying, and engineering applications.