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    Re: Julian Date formula for sun algorithm
    From: Jim Hickey
    Date: 2025 Sep 8, 19:16 -0700

    Yes, that's correct. I asked for the algorithm and to show an example. Algorithm correct, example incorrect. But it did have several intermediate steps correct.

    It is also interesting how asking the question in a slightly different form gives quite different output.

    I was also surprised at the discrepancies I found in other online converters.

    I have been finding Copilot handy for rounding up information and putting it in a reasonable format that makes it easier to check.

    I kind of view like Wikipedia, a good starting point.

    My next step is to check out the algorithm for sun GHA and declination. 

    I think I am a little  more clear on what I'm dealing with now!

    Cheers, 

    J

       
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