Using a compass is an essential skill. It’s like having a mental roll of duct tape: You don’t know when you’re going to use it, and it might kick around unused for a long time, but when you ...

These should be available in your programming language of choice. Arduino (used here) makes use of the avr-libc math library to perform the calculations.

How To Use A Map And Compass To Determine Your Exact Position: If you’re ever really lost and need to reestablish confidence with either yourself or a group, do this.

In this case, the math is more straightforward than cutting a pie—at least at first—in two dimensions. When you’re using a compass and straight-edge, let alone if you’re allowed the luxury ...