PIPP 2.5.9

PIPP by Chris Garry

PIPP is a command-line utility tool for pre-processing planetary images. It was created by Chris Garry, a software engineer and astrophotographer based in Melbourne, Australia. The tool uses various algorithms to enhance planetary images by removing noise, increasing sharpness, and correcting color balance.

PIPP is compatible with various image formats, including FITS, SER, AVI, and MPEG. It can be used with several popular astrophotography software, including Siril, Autostakkert!, and RegiStax.

The tool is designed to be user-friendly, allowing users to adjust various parameters based on their preferences. Additionally, PIPP provides feedback in real-time, enabling users to preview the preprocessed images before saving the final output.

Main Features

• Noise reduction
• Sharpening
• Color Correction
• Compatibility with multiple image formats
• Integration with popular astrophotography software
• User-friendly interface with real-time feedback

About Chris Garry

Chris Garry is a software engineer with extensive experience in developing software for astronomical instrumentation. He is a member of the Planetary Society and the Astronomical Society of Victoria.

Garry has made several contributions to the astrophotography community through his open-source projects, including PIPP and AstroimageJ. He believes in the democratization of astronomy and seeks to create tools that enable anyone with a passion for the cosmos to capture and process high-quality astronomical images.