A skeleton design theory for spatial data infrastructure

摘要: In this paper, we look into the theory of designing geoservice systems, i.e., SDI networks and their constituent nodes. As field is strongly about bridging between interoperability harmonisation, it not surprising that standardisation efforts are crucial importance in it. These have historically addressed abstract concrete content models for data metadata exchange, as well behavioural computational processes. The list standards use continues to expand, reaches out neighbouring fields such sensor nets. We argue given these trends, resulting levels actual complexity systems general, appears only natural possibility define a standardised design its nodes, which addresses function base communication base. Specifically, provide an overview those components need be designed, what relationships. do so way, focussing on concern information hinting at appropriate realisation based our skeleton theory.