A software program builds PDS4 science product label (metadata) and automatically generates its description as part of the software interface specification (SIS) document. This software allows the mission system engineer to interact programmatically with the PDS4 information model, and retrieve science product metadata information via graphical user interfaces (GUIs). This capability will greatly improve the processes of creating and generating software interface specification documents for science instruments. Given that PDS4 is a newly defined standard, most of the work that is simplified by this software suite is being done manually. This improvement allows the definition and design of PDS4 science data archive models for generating PDS4 compliant labels.
This work was done by Costin Radulescu, Stirling S. Algermissen, Elizabeth D. Rye, Steven R. Levoe, Sean H. Hardman, John S. Hughes, and Elias M. Sayfi of Caltech for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. This software is available for commercial licensing. Please contact Dan Broderick at
This Brief includes a Technical Support Package (TSP).
AMMOS-PDS Pipeline Service (APPS) – Label Design Tool (LDT)
(reference NPO49546) is currently available for download from the TSP library.
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Overview
The document outlines the Technical Support Package for NASA's AMMOS-PDS Pipeline Service (APPS) and the Label Design Tool (LDT), focusing on the integration of PDS4 tools and standards into mission workflows. The APPS initiative aims to partner with the Planetary Data System (PDS) to develop a pipeline service that ensures compliance with PDS4 standards from the early stages of mission development through to product delivery into PDS archives.
Key components of the APPS include the Product Generator, PDS Archive(s), and various services such as the Transformation Service and Validation Service. The document emphasizes the importance of providing missions with an early view of their PDS4 compliance level, allowing developers and operations personnel to address any issues proactively and ensure that science products meet the required standards.
The document also details a demo agenda that showcases the functionalities of the APPS, including the generation of mission labels and SIS appendices, data population through the Transform-Validate pipeline, and reporting capabilities. The demo highlights the user interface components, such as the APPS Web Console, which facilitates workspace navigation and access to validation reports.
Additionally, the APPS Bundle Builder is introduced, which supports the creation and management of various collections, including document, data, calibration, and miscellaneous collections. This tool is designed to streamline the data generation pipeline and enhance the overall efficiency of the archiving process.
The document is part of NASA's Commercial Technology Program, aimed at disseminating aerospace-related developments with broader technological, scientific, or commercial applications. It includes contact information for further assistance and emphasizes that the information provided is not an official endorsement by the U.S. Government.
Overall, the Technical Support Package serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the APPS and LDT, highlighting their roles in improving the quality and compliance of scientific data products within NASA's missions. The focus on early compliance assessment, user-friendly tools, and efficient data management reflects NASA's commitment to advancing aerospace technology and supporting scientific endeavors.
