What is MIME type "image/vicar"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

The image/vicar MIME type indicates a file in the VICAR format. This format was developed for storing and transmitting complex image data, especially from space missions. It is named after Video Image Communication And Retrieval and is designed to preserve detailed metadata alongside image data.

Programs use the image/vicar MIME type to identify files that might contain multiple image channels, scientific measurements, or imaging parameters. This helps software correctly process and display the image.

• Used primarily for space and remote-sensing imagery
• Stores detailed metadata with the image
• Helps ensure accurate image reproduction in specialized processing applications

Files such as IMG, VIC, and VICAR use this MIME type.

This format is key in scientific environments where detailed information about the image is critical.

For further details on the VICAR system, visit VICAR on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.img, .vic, .vicar

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: image/vicar
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="image/vicar">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'image/vicar');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.img, .vic, .vicar