Discover the convenience of converting sidereal time with our 's to d' tool, designed by Newtum, and satisfy your curiosity with precision.
A second, in terms of sidereal time, is a unit of measurement that represents a specific fraction of a sidereal day. It is precisely defined as 1/86,400 of a sidereal day. Unlike solar seconds, sidereal seconds measure time based on the Earth's rotation relative to fixed stars, providing a consistent and accurate means to gauge celestial events and patterns in the universe.
Definition of DayA day is a unit of time traditionally based on the Earth's rotation cycle with respect to the sun. For a sidereal day, it's the time it takes for the Earth to complete one full rotation relative to the backdrop of stars, rather than the sun. This period is approximately 23 hours, 56 minutes, and 4.091 seconds long. Sidereal days are crucial in astronomy for tracking celestial objects and maintaining precise alignments with the stars.
| Second Sidereal (s) | Day Sidereal (d) |
|---|---|
| 0.00001157 s | 0.000000134 d |
| 0.00011574 s | 0.00000134 d |
| 0.00115741 s | 0.00001340 d |
| 0.01157407 s | 0.00013400 d |
| 0.11574074 s | 0.00134004 d |
| 1.15740741 s | 0.01340040 d |
| 11.57407407 s | 0.13400404 d |
| 115.74074074 s | 1.34004040 d |
| 1157.40740741 s | 13.40040404 d |
| 11574.07407407 s | 134.00404040 d |
1 sidereal second = 0.00001157 sidereal days
1 sidereal day = 86,164 sidereal seconds
Example 1:
Convert 1000 sidereal seconds to sidereal days:
1000 s = 1000 × 0.00001157 d = 0.01157 d
Example 2:
Convert 5000 sidereal seconds to sidereal days:
5000 s = 5000 × 0.00001157 d = 0.05785 d
The Second sidereal to Day sidereal Converter is rooted in the field of astronomy, where accurate timekeeping is essential. Historically, astronomers required precise time units to track celestial movements and align telescopes with stars. This converter reflects the evolution of time measurement from solar to sidereal, aiding in the precise calculation and conversion of these astronomical units.
Explore the practical uses of the Second sidereal to Day sidereal Converter in various real-world applications.
Example 1:
To convert 864 seconds sidereal to days sidereal:
864 s = 864 × 0.00001157 d = 0.01 d
Example 2:
To convert 43,200 seconds sidereal to days sidereal:
43,200 s = 43,200 × 0.00001157 d = 0.5 d
Q1: What is a second sidereal?
A1: A second sidereal is 1/86,400 of a sidereal day, based on the Earth's rotation relative to the stars.
Q2: How accurate is the 's to d' converter?
A2: The converter is designed to provide precise results based on established astronomical standards.
Q3: Can I convert day sidereal back to second sidereal?
A3: Yes, the converter also allows for reverse conversions from days sidereal to seconds sidereal.
