Novel (RDQ)‎ method for precise Qibla determination using GNSS built in a computer software

Joint Authors

al-Talibani, Ahmad
Muhammad, Muhammad
Jasim, Muhammad

Source

ZANCO Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences

Publisher

Salahaddin University-Erbil Department of Scientific Publications

Publication Date

2016-06-30

Country of Publication

Iraq

No. of Pages

7

Main Subjects

Information Technology and Computer Science

English Abstract

Qibla direction is vital for Muslims for their five prayers each day.

In addition, Mosques need to be precisely directed towards The Sacred Mosque in Mecca for praying.

This research will provide a novel method for Qibla direction determination applicable globally for different users precisely with respect to the true north direction without the need of using expensive Gyrotheodolites or inaccurate compasses.

Precise equations have been included in the algorithm of the stand-alone program to orient Qibla direction using GNSS with providing report about error analysis in the obtained direction.

The results of practical field test which was conducted to compare the Relative Direction of Qibla (RDQ) method with the traditional method (utilized by the Engineer's Department of Kurdistan’s Ministry of Endowment & Religious Affairs) show that there is at least ±3o variation in the assigned direction.

The advantage of this method in addition to the precision is availability globally for different users through a dedicated stand-alone software.

As a conclusion, the submitted study is strongly recommended to be used because of its high precision and wide range applicability.

Data Type

Conference Papers

Record ID

BIM-786891

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