Comprehensive look at a framework for application protocols
This report explains how application protocols fit into STEP and why coordination matters. It lays out the recommended framework, key concepts, and how to plan and test AP projects.
The book explains the reasons for a coordinated approach, the components of an AP, and how to classify and implement APs. It also discusses how to build a common Information Base, coordinate development, and handle issues like interoperability and scalability. The content is practical for researchers and practitioners involved in standards design and engineering data exchange.
- What an application protocol is and how it is organized
- How to coordinate AP development and evaluate integration needs
- Classification methods and implementation guidance for scalable standards
- Practical considerations for planning, testing, and adopting APs
Ideal for readers involved in standards work, product development, and information exchange across engineering domains.