TS EN 9300-200

TS EN 9300-200 addresses the common concepts behind long term archiving and retrieval of product structure information in the aerospace domain. It sits within the LOTAR framework, which is used for digital technical product documentation such as 3D, CAD and PDM data and focuses on keeping product information understandable and retrievable over time.

Product data, metadata and product structure

In general technical terms, product data is made up of both the content that defines a product and the metadata that describes, classifies or manages that content. Product structure information links parts, subassemblies and their relationships into a coherent representation of the product as a whole. In complex engineering environments, this information is often managed in product data management systems; this standard provides the common conceptual basis for that area within the EN 9300 family.

Why the long-term perspective matters

Digital engineering information can become difficult to interpret as software tools, data models and system dependencies evolve. The LOTAR approach addresses the principles of archiving and retrieval so technical product information can remain usable many years later. The value of this part lies in establishing shared terminology and a consistent conceptual foundation for handling product structure information alongside related digital product documentation.

• It addresses common concepts for product data and metadata within the EN 9300 series.
• It supports the long-term preservation of product structure information in 3D, CAD and PDM environments.
• It helps define the hierarchical and relational view of information in complex product contexts.