Celestine API Documentation - v0.2.0
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    Function getJupiterPosition

    • Calculates the geocentric position of Jupiter.

      Parameters

      • jd: number

        Julian Date

      • options: EphemerisOptions = {}

        Optional calculation parameters

      Returns PlanetPosition

      Jupiter's position including longitude, latitude, distance, and speed

      Jupiter is the largest planet with a ~12 year orbital period. It spends about 1 year in each zodiac sign, making it important for yearly astrological transits.

      Accuracy: ±1 arcminute for years 1800-2200.

      import { getJupiterPosition } from 'celestine/ephemeris';

      const jd = 2451545.0; // J2000.0
      const jupiter = getJupiterPosition(jd);
      // jupiter.longitude ≈ 34° (Taurus)

      Meeus, "Astronomical Algorithms", Chapter 33

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