aladin ☆
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Description:
Interactive sky atlas
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 12.060@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: astronomy science visualization data-analysis vo
Install: brew install --cask aladin
About:
Aladin is an interactive sky atlas and visualization tool for astronomical data. It allows users to browse and overlay massive datasets like the DSS, SDSS, or Gaia surveys, and perform cross-match queries. Its main value is providing a powerful, scriptable desktop interface for exploring and analyzing multi-wavelength imagery and catalogs.
Key Features:
  • Interactive sky visualization with multi-wavelength imagery
  • Overlay and cross-match astronomical catalogs (VizieR, SIMBAD)
  • Scripting interface (JS9/AladinScript) for automation
  • VO (Virtual Observatory) protocol support
Use Cases:
  • Astronomical data exploration and visualization
  • Planning observations and target selection
  • Quick cross-matching of different astronomical catalogs
Alternatives:
  • Stellarium – Stellarium is a realistic planetarium for sky observation, while Aladin is a scientific tool for data analysis and overlaying astronomical surveys.
  • ds9 – DS9 is a classic FITS image viewer, whereas Aladin offers more integrated catalog overlay and Virtual Observatory features.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 5, 2025 2:15pm 12.060 0 VERSION_BUMP 41222a71
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