function [ang]=dms2deg(dms)
% The following code converts an angle in degree:minute:second format
% to degrees.
% 
% See Problem 2.3 in Chapter 2 of the book 
% Aided Navigation: GPS and high rate sensors
% Jay A. Farrell, 2008, Mc Graw-Hill
% 
% This software is distibuted without a written or implied warranty. 
% The software is for educational purposes and is not intended for
% use in applications. Adaptation for applications is at the
% risk of the user/developer.
%

ang(:,1) = dms(:,1)+dms(:,2)/60.0+dms(:,3)/3600.0;