How to convert your PIV file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your PIV file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert PIV to another file type
The converter easily converts your PIV file to various formats—free and online. No VLC or extra software needed.
- PIV to PDF
- PIV to MP4
- PIV to JPEG
- PIV to AVI
- PIV to MOV
- PIV to WMV
- PIV to FLV
- PIV to WEBM
- PIV to MKV
- PIV to M4V
- PIV to 3GP
- PIV to OGV
Convert a file to PIV
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the PIV file type—in the best quality.
- MTS to PIV
- MOV to PIV
- RMVB to PIV
- DIVX to PIV
- RM to PIV
- H264 to PIV
- TS to PIV
- WMV to PIV
- VOB to PIV
- MP4 to PIV
- XVID to PIV
- AVI to PIV
About PIV files
PIV files, primarily associated with particle image velocimetry data, are specialized files used in scientific research to analyze fluid flow. While essential for certain applications, PIV files are not widely supported, making their conversion necessary for broader accessibility and use.
When considering conversion options, PIV files can be converted to more common formats like .csv for data analysis, .txt for text-based readability, and .jpeg or .png if the data includes visual representations. Popular software tools for such conversions include MATLAB, which offers extensive data manipulation capabilities, and GNU Octave as a free alternative. For further reading, you can explore Particle Image Velocimetry on Wikipedia.
Conversion of PIV files can be challenging due to their complex data structures and the need for precise interpretation of fluid dynamics data. It's crucial to maintain data integrity during conversion to avoid inaccuracies in analysis and results.
Despite their utility, PIV files have drawbacks, including limited software compatibility and a steep learning curve for proper usage. This is where Convert.Guru comes in as an invaluable resource. By using the free and user-friendly Convert.Guru, you can easily drag-and-drop PIV files to convert them reliably to a variety of formats. This not only simplifies the process but also ensures that users without specialized software can access and utilize PIV data effectively.
While specialized software remains crucial for advanced users, Convert.Guru provides a convenient and accessible solution for everyday users needing quick PIV file conversion without the hassle of complex tools.
Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your PIV file.
Similar file types are JPG, CATPRODUCT, SDOCX, MP4, PAK, TXT, PNG, XAPK, WFP, MPP, PDF, JPEG.
The PIV Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our PIV converter.