Geodetic Coordinate Converter

Convert between different coordinate systems including decimal degrees, DMS, UTM, and MGRS. Essential for GPS navigation, surveying, mapping, and military applications.

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Common Conversions
Quick access to frequently used conversions
Unit Information

Scientific Units

Scientific and technical measurements

DD
scientific
Decimal Degrees
Decimal degrees format (e.g., 40.7128° N, 74.0060° W)
DMS
scientific
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds
Traditional format (e.g., 40° 42' 46" N, 74° 0' 22" W)
UTM
scientific
UTM Coordinates
Universal Transverse Mercator projection coordinates
MGRS
scientific
MGRS Coordinates
Military Grid Reference System coordinates
LAT
scientific
Latitude
Latitude component in decimal degrees
LON
scientific
Longitude
Longitude component in decimal degrees
DM
scientific
Degrees, Minutes
Degrees and decimal minutes (e.g., 40° 42.768' N)
rad
scientific
Radians
Angular measurement in radians
OSGB
scientific
OSGB Grid
Ordnance Survey Great Britain grid reference
CH1903
scientific
Swiss Grid
Swiss coordinate system CH1903
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Common Use Cases

  • GPS Navigation: Convert between different GPS coordinate formats
  • Surveying: Transform coordinates for land surveying projects
  • Mapping: Convert coordinates for GIS and mapping applications
  • Military Operations: Use MGRS coordinates for tactical planning
  • Research: Convert coordinates for scientific studies

Coordinate Systems

Geographic Coordinates

Decimal Degrees (DD), Degrees-Minutes-Seconds (DMS)

Projected Coordinates

UTM, MGRS, OSGB, Swiss Grid

Alternative Formats

Degrees-Minutes (DM), Radians

Applications

Navigation, surveying, mapping, military, research

About Geodetic Coordinate Conversion

Geodetic coordinate conversion involves transforming coordinates between different reference systems and formats. The most common system is the World Geodetic System (WGS84), which uses latitude and longitude in decimal degrees. Other formats like DMS provide traditional angular measurements.

Projected coordinate systems like UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) and MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) convert geographic coordinates to flat, two-dimensional grids for easier measurement and navigation. These systems are essential for accurate positioning, surveying, and military operations.

Our converter handles transformations between these various coordinate systems, accounting for different datums, projections, and formats. This is crucial for applications requiring precise positioning, such as GPS navigation, land surveying, mapping, and scientific research.

⚠️ Important Notes

Datum Considerations: Different coordinate systems may use different reference datums.
Precision: Coordinate precision affects accuracy of conversions and measurements.
Regional Systems: Some coordinate systems are specific to certain regions or countries.
Military Use: MGRS coordinates are primarily used for military and emergency operations.

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