The overall abjective of this proposed project is the development of detailed definitions for the interfaces defined by the ABBET architecture. Signal models wil developed based upon the C/ATLAS set of signal nouns. A Test Foundation Framework (TFF) will be implemented to demonstrate the ability of test program or test program component transfer across multiple test platforms. This phase also will identify and specify TFF interfaces and supporting business rules for implementaton in Phase II. The principle result of this work is to prove the test program or test component reuse concept. The TFF is independent of test instrumentation and test equipment manufactures and is addressed to test program develops and test system integrators. Potential savings to commercial or military users are estimated in 40 - 60% range.
Benefits: The primary benefit resulting from this work will be a 40-60% decrease in test program preparation costs for both the DoD and commercial ATE customers or system integrators.
