Interface workbench

Small virtual sender-receiver pairs with an example schema catalogue and synthetic message data for examining semantic transitions.

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Purpose

The interface workbench examines semantic transitions, for example differing units or state meanings between two data models. It serves the project Semantic Checking Between Maintenance Systems and, additionally, the project Keyboard-Operable Maintenance Instructions.

Methods

  • Schema validation
  • Mapping rules
  • Testing with faulty sample data

Components

  • Small virtual sender-receiver pairs
  • Example schema catalogue
  • Synthetic message data

Specifications

  • Virtual components only
  • Synthetic message data only

Limits

The interface workbench is a equipment concept, not an existing, accredited or bookable facility. It contains no copy of real control systems and no real vendor protocols. Responsible are Jonas Feldmann and Alex Berger.