Real life applications of Trigonometry

 

Trigonometry Used in Navigation

Trigonometry is used to set directions such as the north-south or east-west. It tells you what direction to take with the compass to get in a straight direction. It is used in navigation in order to pinpoint a location. It is also used to find the distance of the shore from a point in the sea. It is also used to see the horizon.

Other Uses of Trigonometry

Following are the other real-life applications of Trigonometry:

• It is used in oceanography in calculating the height of tides in oceans.
• The sine and cosine functions are fundamental to the theory of periodic functions, those that describe sound and light waves.
• Calculus is made up of Trigonometry and Algebra.
• Trigonometry can be used to roof a house, to make the roof inclined ( in the case of single individual bungalows) and the height of the roof in buildings, etc.
• It is used in the naval and aviation industries.
• It is used in cartography (creation of maps).
• Also, trigonometry has its applications in satellite systems.