Technical Data#
As a BaSyx AAS Web UI user
I want to visualize Technical Data Submodels in an expandable panel view
so that I can easily access and understand technical specifications and parameters.
Semantic ID#
This plugin is activated when a Submodel has the following semantic ID:
V1.2:
https://admin-shell.io/ZVEI/TechnicalData/Submodel/1/2V2.0:
0173-1#01-AHX837#002
Feature Overview#
The Technical Data plugin provides a specialized visualization for Technical Data Submodels according to the IDTA specification. It organizes information into four main expansion panels and offers two visualization modes for technical properties:
General Information: Minimal information about the provider and equipment for identification and ordering
Product Classification: Commercial product classifications (e.g., ECLASS, IEC CDD)
Technical Properties: Detailed technical data with semantic information from concept descriptions
Further Information: Additional statements, validity dates, and supplementary details
For Technical Properties, users can toggle between a table view and a generic nested expansion panel view to suit their preference.
Technical Data Plugin#
Key Features#
Four-Panel Structure: Information organized into General Information, Product Classification, Technical Properties, and Further Information
Dual View Mode: Toggle between table view and nested expansion panel view for Technical Properties
Semantic Information: Rich metadata from concept descriptions including:
Units of measurement
Data types
Definitions and descriptions
Value constraints
Hierarchical Organization: Properties can be categorized and nested using SubmodelElementCollections
Domain-Specific Structuring: Support for ECLASS, IEC CDD, and other property dictionaries
Multi-language Support: Technical terms and descriptions in multiple languages
Specifications and Ranges: Display of min/max values, tolerances, and typical values
Usage#
Navigate to a Submodel with the Technical Data semantic ID in the AAS Treeview
Open the Visualization tab
The plugin displays four main expansion panels:
General Information: Provider and equipment identification
Product Classification: Product classification codes
Technical Properties: Detailed technical specifications
Further Information: Additional details and validity information
Click on panel headers to expand or collapse each section
In the Technical Properties panel, toggle between:
Table View: Properties displayed in a structured table with columns for name, value, unit, and description
Nested Expansion Panel View: Hierarchical view showing categorized and nested properties
View semantic information for each technical parameter from concept descriptions:
Parameter name and definition
Value and unit of measurement
Data type and format
Min/max ranges and tolerances
Technical Properties in Table View with Units, Definitions, and Semantic Information#
Four-Panel Structure#
1. General Information#
Provides minimal information about the provider of the industrial equipment and the equipment itself. This section helps determine if the technical data fits the particular asset and enables ordering or re-ordering from the manufacturer or supplier.
Typical content:
Manufacturer identification
Product designation
Order codes and part numbers
Basic product identifiers
2. Product Classification#
Treats the asset as a commercial product brought to market by the manufacturer. Multiple product classifications can be stated according to standardized classification systems.
Typical content:
ECLASS classification codes
IEC CDD classifications
Other domain-specific product classifications
Classification system identifiers
3. Technical Properties#
The most comprehensive section containing individual SubmodelElements detailing technical data. Properties can be structured using SubmodelElementCollections and nested as needed. Each property includes semantic information from concept descriptions.
Organization:
Main and subsections for human readability
Domain-specific structuring (ECLASS, IEC CDD blocks)
Hierarchical categorization (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental)
Support for properties and file references
Common property types:
Electrical specifications (voltage, current, power, frequency)
Mechanical specifications (dimensions, weight, torque, force)
Environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, IP ratings)
Performance characteristics (efficiency, accuracy, response times)
Material specifications and certifications
4. Further Information#
Holds additional information beyond structured technical data.
Typical content:
Textual statements by the manufacturer
Date of validity
Additional notes and remarks
Supplementary documentation references
Data Organization and Semantic Information#
Hierarchical Structure#
Technical properties are organized using SubmodelElementCollections that allow categorization and nesting:
Top-level Collections: Main groupings (e.g., “Electrical Properties”, “Mechanical Properties”)
Nested Collections: Sub-categories for more specific groupings (e.g., “Input Specifications”, “Output Specifications”)
Individual Properties: Specific technical values with complete semantic information
Semantic Information via Concept Descriptions#
Each technical property is enriched with semantic information provided through Concept Descriptions, which include:
Unit: Unit of measurement (e.g., V, A, mm, kg, °C)
Data Type: Value type (e.g., integer, float, string, boolean)
Definition: Detailed description of what the property represents
Description: Additional explanatory text
Value Constraints: Min/max values, allowed ranges, enumerations
Preferred Name: Human-readable property name
Short Name: Abbreviated designation
This semantic information is displayed in both the table view and expansion panel view, providing context and clarity for each technical parameter.