CUB files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Analysis Services Cube File
General Information
| Title | CUB File Extension |
| Extension | .cub |
| Full Form | Analysis Services Cube File |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store multidimensional data |
| Additional Functions | Data analysis, OLAP operations |
| Features | Multidimensional structure, Query support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Business Intelligence | Yes |
| Data Analysis | Yes |
| Reporting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Access control, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on SQL Server version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mdx, .dtsx, .rpt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft SQL Server |
Commercial | Windows |
| Microsoft Excel |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: ISIS Cube File
CUB files contain game assets for games made with Spark Casual Engine. CUB files are archives not meant to opened by players. Modders have tools to extract CUB file contents. Some non-Artifex Mundi ga...
General Information
| Title | CUB File Extension |
| Extension | .cub |
| Full Form | ISIS Cube File |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | USGS |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store image data |
| Additional Functions | Geospatial analysis, Scientific research |
| Features | Multi-dimensional, Metadata |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Planetary Science | Yes |
| Remote Sensing | Yes |
| Geospatial Analysis | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Data validation, Software updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1989 |
| Latest Version | ISIS 3 (Ongoing updates) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .img, .tif, .jp2 |
Type 3: Gaussian Cube File
The CUB file extension is used to save data in the Cube format. The more common ".cube" file extension is also used. CUB files contain images and assets used by video games made with Artifex Mundi's S...
General Information
| Title | CUB File Extension |
| Extension | .cub |
| Full Form | Gaussian Cube File |
| File Type | Chemistry Data File |
| Developer | Gaussian, Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store volumetric data |
| Additional Functions | Visualize molecular data |
| Features | 3D grid, Scalar fields |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-precision |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Molecular Modeling | Yes |
| Quantum Chemistry | Yes |
| Material Science | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validate, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Not specified |
| Latest Version | Aligned with Gaussian software updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .gjf, .chk, .fchk, .log |
Type 4: Spark Casual Engine Package
General Information
| Title | CUB File Extension |
| Extension | .cub |
| Full Form | Spark Casual Engine Package |
| File Type | Game Data File |
| Developer | Sparklin Labs |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store assets, scripts |
| Additional Functions | Package game data |
| Features | Modular, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with engine |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Asset Management | Yes |
| Version Control | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low, proprietary |
| Best Practices | Validate sources, Update engine |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | As per Spark engine |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .unitypackage, .asset |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Spark Casual Engine |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |