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Horizon
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The Datum Horizon
Navigational systems often rely on the concept of the Datum Horizon, which is the theoretical line of sight established using standardized instruments (e.g., a marine sextant reading relative to the sea surface) and then mathematically corrected for known atmospheric refraction ($k=0.1317$).
The datum horizon is crucial for calculating the distance to … -
Sextant
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Types and Variants
While the standard marine sextant dominates historical records, several specialized variants have been developed for niche applications:
| Variant Name | Primary Application | Typical Arc Span | Key Differentiating Feature |