PostgreSQL RADIANS() function

RADIANS() function

The PostgreSQL radians() function is used to return the value in radian from degrees, provided in the argument.

Uses of RADIANS() Function

• Trigonometric Calculations: To convert degree values to radians for use in trigonometric functions.


• Mathematical Operations: Useful in mathematical computations involving angles.


• Scientific Research: Employed in scientific research requiring angle measurements in radians.


• Engineering Applications: Important for engineering calculations involving rotational motion and angular measurements.


• Data Analysis: Utilized in data analysis tasks where angle conversions are necessary for modeling and analysis.

Syntax:

radians()

PostgreSQL Version: 9.3

Pictorial presentation of PostgreSQL RADIANS() function

Example: PostgreSQL RADIANS() function:

Code:

SELECT RADIANS(15.0) AS "Degrees to Radians";

Sample Output:

 Degrees to Radians
--------------------
  0.261799387799149
(1 row)

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