How to achieve 360 degree display using arctangent by case structure?

[Andrew McL]

Introduction

I want to convert some sine and cosine values into a position that I can use for my sensor. How can I do this? I am not sure what functions I should use and how I can go about setting this up.

Steps to Complete

There are a couple of ways that we can convert sine and cosine values into positional data. Initially we start with the idea that tan(x)=[sin(x)/cos(x)]. This can be converted into atan(y). However, the atan(y) only gives an indication somewhere between -90 to 90 degree. One method is simply to use the atan2 function to translate for 360 Degrees. Another method is to use a case structure. The attached VI shows both of these methods being used to give an angle over 360 Degrees.