The Cassini Archive Tracking System (CATS) is a computer program that enables tracking of scientific data transfers from originators to the Planetary Data System (PDS) archives. Without CATS, there is no systematic means of locating products in the archive process or ensuring their completeness. By keeping a database of transfer communications and status, CATS enables the Cassini Project and the PDS to efficiently and accurately report on archive status. More importantly, problem areas are easily identified through customized reports that can be generated on the fly from any Web-enabled computer. A Web-browser interface and clearly defined authorization scheme provide safe distributed access to the system, where users can perform functions such as create customized reports, record a transfer, and respond to a transfer. CATS ensures that Cassini provides complete science archives to the PDS on schedule and that those archives are available to the science community by the PDS. The three-tier architecture is loosely coupled and designed for simple adaptation to multi-mission use. Written in the Java programming language, it is portable and can be run on any Java-enabled Web server.
This work was done by Diane Conner, Elias Sayfi, and Adrian Tinio of Caltech for NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. For further information, access the Technical Support Package (TSP) free on-line at www.techbriefs.com/tsp under the Software category.
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Overview
The document is a Technical Support Package for the Cassini Archive Tracking System (CATS), identified by NPO-40951, developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California. It is part of NASA's Commercial Technology Program, which aims to disseminate the results of aerospace-related developments that have broader technological, scientific, or commercial applications.
CATS is a software application designed to manage and track data from the Cassini mission, which explored Saturn and its moons. The document outlines the purpose and functionality of the software, emphasizing its role in organizing and providing access to the vast amounts of data generated during the mission. This system is crucial for researchers and scientists who wish to analyze the findings from the Cassini mission, as it facilitates efficient data retrieval and management.
The Technical Support Package includes documentation that details the software's capabilities, usage instructions, and potential applications. It serves as a resource for users who may need technical assistance or further information regarding the software. The document also highlights the importance of compliance with U.S. export regulations, indicating that the information may contain proprietary data subject to export control.
Additionally, the document provides contact information for the NASA Scientific and Technical Information (STI) Program Office, where users can access a variety of publications related to research and technology in aerospace. The STI Help Desk is available for inquiries, offering support through various channels, including telephone and email.
The document concludes with a notice stating that the U.S. Government and its representatives do not assume liability for the use of the information contained within the document, nor do they guarantee that such use will be free from privately owned rights. It clarifies that any trade names or manufacturers' names mentioned are for identification purposes only and do not imply official endorsement by NASA.
In summary, this Technical Support Package serves as a comprehensive guide to the Cassini Archive Tracking System, providing essential information for users interested in leveraging the data from the Cassini mission for scientific research and technological advancements.
