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| Paper: |
Space-Time Coverage in the VO Registry |
| Volume: |
527, Astronomical Data Analysis Software and Systems XXIX |
| Page: |
65 |
| Authors: |
Demleitner, M. |
| Abstract: |
With VODataService 1.2, service providers in the Virtual Observatory
(VO) have a reasonably straightforward way to declare where in space,
time, and spectrum the data within a resource (i.e., service or data
collection) lie. Here, we discuss the the mechanism and design
choices, current limitations (e.g., regarding non-electromagnetic or
solar system resources) as well as ways to overcome them. We also show
how users and clients can already run queries against resoure coverage
using a scheme that is exprected to become part of RegTAP 1.2 (or a
separate standard). We conclude with an ardent plea to all resource
creators to provide STC metadata —
only wide adoption will
make this facility useful. |
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