Nautical Astronomy
Navigational Algorithms
3.5 ★
277 ratings
50,000+
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In this app, users can perform celestial navigation calculations using sextant data and astronomical methods. Includes calculation options for latitude and time, and features for inputting date, time, and sight parameters.
AppRecs review analysis
AppRecs rating 3.5. Trustworthiness 35 out of 100. Review manipulation risk 46 out of 100. Based on a review sample analyzed.
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Questionable review patterns
46% review manipulation risk - some review patterns appear unusual
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35% trustworthiness - reviews show concerning patterns
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71% of sampled 5-star reviews are very short
About Nautical Astronomy
Nautical astronomy (Celestial navigation, Astronavigation):
- Latitude by Polaris
- Latitude by Noon sight
- Latitude by Sun ex-merian sight
- Latitude by the Sun´s Altitude and Time
- Time sight for the Sun
Take the sextant and shoot the Sun or the North Star. Practice with it using the old methods of astronomical navigation, and let this app do the calculations for you!
HELP
1 - Tap on Date, Time, DR, Hs and sight parameters to enter the data.
2 - Choose the calculation in the combobox.
3 - Push [Calculate] and the solution is written.
[+]: resets the form for new data.
[Examples]
- Loads the data of the chosen example.
- See About.
[Location]
Sets the position for training purposes.
- Three methods: using Google Maps, GNSS fix, by input dialog box.
- Location App permission must be allowed.
- Switch on your GPS, and then automatic location detection is possible.
- My Location button is available on Google Maps. Your last position is automatically saved
- Storage App permission must be allowed
Manual and examples at the developer's website.
- Latitude by Polaris
- Latitude by Noon sight
- Latitude by Sun ex-merian sight
- Latitude by the Sun´s Altitude and Time
- Time sight for the Sun
Take the sextant and shoot the Sun or the North Star. Practice with it using the old methods of astronomical navigation, and let this app do the calculations for you!
HELP
1 - Tap on Date, Time, DR, Hs and sight parameters to enter the data.
2 - Choose the calculation in the combobox.
3 - Push [Calculate] and the solution is written.
[+]: resets the form for new data.
[Examples]
- Loads the data of the chosen example.
- See About.
[Location]
Sets the position for training purposes.
- Three methods: using Google Maps, GNSS fix, by input dialog box.
- Location App permission must be allowed.
- Switch on your GPS, and then automatic location detection is possible.
- My Location button is available on Google Maps. Your last position is automatically saved
- Storage App permission must be allowed
Manual and examples at the developer's website.
