SIST EN 2499:2001

Aerospace series - Computer output microfiche (COM) - A6 microfiche

This standard specifies the deviations from ISO 5126 necessary for aerospace application. It shall be applied for filming data (e.g. alpha-numeric data processing output) on A6 microfiche in order to ensure uniform presentation of the microform for the exchange of information in the aerospace industry.

Luft- und Raumfahrt - Com-Film (Computer Output Microfilm) - Mikroplanfilm A6

Série aérospatiale - Composition en sortie d'ordinateur sur microforme (COM) - Microfiche A6

Aerospace series - Computer output microfiche (COM) - A6 microfiche

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Dec-2000
• ICS: 37.080 - Document imaging applications
• ICS: 49.020 - Aircraft and space vehicles in general
• Technical Committee: SS SPL - Technical Board for the general field
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Jan-2001
• Due Date: 01-Jan-2001
• Completion Date: 01-Jan-2001
• Ref Project: EN 2499:1987 - Aerospace series - Computer output microfiche (COM) - A6 microfiche

Overview

SIST EN 2499:2001 outlines the specific requirements for the use of computer output microfiche (COM) - particularly A6 microfiche - within the aerospace industry. Developed by SIST, this standard defines essential deviations from ISO 5126 to cater to the unique needs of aerospace applications. Its main objective is to ensure the uniform presentation and quality of microformed data, such as alpha-numeric data processing output, to support efficient information exchange across various aerospace stakeholders.

Key Topics

• Uniform Microfiche Presentation: SIST EN 2499:2001 enforces a standard format for A6 microfiche intended for aerospace use, enabling consistent readability and handling of microformed documents.
• Deviation from ISO 5126: This standard highlights required changes to the general ISO 5126 microfiche guidelines to address particular requirements within the aerospace sector.
• Quality Assurance: The specification contributes to quality control by ensuring data microforming processes result in reliable, legible, and standardized output suitable for technical documentation and archival purposes.
• A6 Microfiche Dimensions: Focuses on the standardization of microfiche at the A6 size, which is critical for compatibility among aerospace documentation and record-keeping systems.
• Data Exchange Facilitation: Enables smooth exchange, reproduction, and archiving of technical information among aerospace manufacturers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.

Applications

Organizations involved in the aerospace sector can benefit from adopting SIST EN 2499:2001 in several ways:

• Technical Documentation Archiving: Ensures critical alpha-numeric and technical data are reliably stored and easily retrievable for maintenance, regulatory compliance, and long-term record-keeping.
• Inter-organizational Data Exchange: Promotes seamless information exchange between aerospace manufacturers, component suppliers, maintenance organizations, and government agencies by using a common microfiche format.
• Data Security and Integrity: Supports the preservation of sensitive and essential engineering and manufacturing data in a tamper-evident, durable microform medium.
• Document Imaging Solutions: Integrates with document imaging and data processing systems tailored for aerospace applications, supporting the industry's push toward standardized digital and microform records management.

Related Standards

To ensure full compliance and compatibility, reference to the following standards is recommended:

• ISO 5126 - Micrographics - Computer micrographics - Data processing applications - Vocabulary: SIST EN 2499:2001 explicitly modifies aspects of ISO 5126 for aerospace-specific needs.
• EN 2499:1987: SIST EN 2499:2001 corresponds directly to this European standard, ensuring harmonization across member countries.
• Standards on Aerospace Documentation (e.g., EN, ISO series related to technical data management): Complement SIST EN 2499:2001 to provide broad coverage for aerospace information systems.

SIST EN 2499:2001 is essential for aerospace companies aiming to optimize document management, maintain compliance with industry best practices, and enhance the integrity and accessibility of crucial operational data through standardized A6 microfiche usage.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aerospace series - Computer output microfiche (COM) - A6 microficheLuft- und Raumfahrt - Com-Film (Computer Output Microfilm) - Mikroplanfilm A6Série aérospatiale - Composition en sortie d'ordinateur sur microforme (COM) - Microfiche A6Aerospace series - Computer output microfiche (COM) - A
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