Convert VICAR to CALS
Convert VICAR images to CALS format, edit and optimize images online and free.
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The VICAR (Video Image Communication and Retrieval) file extension is a specialized raster image format developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 1966 to manage and process imaging data from unmanned planetary missions. It supports multi-dimensional scientific data, including spectroscopic, hyperspectral, and radar imagery, making it suitable for space exploration, biomedical imaging, and geological studies. The format includes metadata for data integrity and usability, and the software system is now open-source.
The CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) Type 1 Image file format, developed by the United States Department of Defense in the mid-1980s, is a standard for storing raster (bit-mapped) image data, typically black-and-white. It ensures efficient data interchange and retention of orientation metadata. The format supports both uncompressed and compressed (using CCITT Group 4 compression) images. This standard was part of the broader CALS initiative aimed at improving electronic publishing and data management within the federal government.
Drag and drop a VICAR file into the upload area to start conversion.
Finalize the VICAR to CALS conversion by applying tools and clicking Convert.
When the CALS status is successful, download the file immediately.
After setup, the Vertopal CLI tool converts VICAR image seamlessly into CALS image.
cd to the VICAR folder or include the path.