Convert degree to milliradian
Enter the value to convert from degree to milliradian.
How to Convert Degree to Milliradian
Converting degree to milliradian is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
mrad = ° × 17.4532925199Reverse conversion: Convert milliradian to degree
Comparison: Degree vs Milliradian
When to Use Each Unit
Degree: Universal standard for navigation, surveying, engineering, geography, and most practical angle measurements worldwide.
Milliradian: Standard in military applications, ballistics, optical instruments, and precision angular measurements.
Common Conversion Values
- 360° = full circle
- 180° = straight line
- 90° = right angle
- 1° = 60 arcminutes
About Degree
Definition: The degree (symbol: °) is a unit of angular measurement where a full circle is divided into 360 equal parts.
History: Ancient Babylonian origin based on their sexagesimal (base-60) number system and approximate 360-day year calendar.
Current Use: Universal standard for navigation, surveying, engineering, geography, and most practical angle measurements worldwide.
Examples: Geographic coordinates: 0-360°, compass bearings: 0-360°, building angles: 30-90°, camera rotation: 0-360°
About Milliradian
Definition: The milliradian (symbol: mrad) is one thousandth of a radian, approximately 0.0573 degrees, used in military and precision applications.
History: Developed for military rangefinding and ballistics where small angular measurements correspond to target distances.
Current Use: Standard in military applications, ballistics, optical instruments, and precision angular measurements.
Examples: Military scopes: target ranging, artillery: firing solutions, surveying: precise measurements, optics: angular resolution