A device, either physical or software-based, designed to compute the angular difference between the hour and minute hands of an analog clock at a given time. For example, determining the angle at 3:00 would involve calculating the difference between the hand positions, resulting in 90 degrees.
Such a calculation tool provides utility for educational purposes, enabling a better understanding of time and angular measurement. It can also serve as a practical instrument for applications where precise angular relationships related to time are necessary. Historically, understanding clock hand angles was crucial for navigation and other time-sensitive activities before the prevalence of digital timekeeping.