emfits

emfits is a Python library designed for handling Flexible Image Transport System (FITS) files. FITS is a common data format in astronomy and other scientific fields, used for storing images and tables. The emfits library provides a convenient way to read, write, and manipulate FITS data. It aims to offer a user-friendly interface for common FITS operations, making it accessible to scientists and researchers who may not be FITS format experts.

Key features of emfits include its ability to parse FITS headers, extract data from FITS arrays and tables, and create new FITS files. It supports various FITS data types and can handle multi-dimensional arrays. The library is built with an emphasis on simplicity and ease of use, aiming to reduce the complexity often associated with low-level FITS manipulation. emfits can be integrated into larger data analysis pipelines and scientific workflows. Its development is driven by the need for a straightforward and efficient tool for interacting with FITS data within the Python ecosystem.