SIST ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1:2020

• Abstract:

  The present document defines extensions to the Test Description Language (TDL) to support the re-use of test; configurations.; NOTE: OMG®, UML®, OCL™ and UTP™ are the trademarks of OMG (Object Management Group). This; information is given for the convenience of users of the present document and does not constitute an; endorsement by ETSI of the products named.

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 08-Sep-2020
• ICS: 35.060 - Languages used in information technology
• Technical Committee: SPN - Services and Protocols for Networks
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 07-Sep-2020
• Due Date: 12-Nov-2020
• Completion Date: 09-Sep-2020
• Ref Project: ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08) - Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test Description Language (TDL); Part 7: Extended Test Configurations

Overview

SIST ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1:2020, titled Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS) - The Test Description Language (TDL) - Part 7: Extended Test Configurations, defines essential extensions to the Test Description Language (TDL). Published by SIST and aligned with ETSI standards, this document introduces advanced features for the re-use and composition of test configurations within TDL. These capabilities support model-based testing (MBT) methodologies by enabling the instantiation and modification of existing test configurations, which increases efficiency, reduces redundancy, and facilitates large-scale test system specification and management.

Key Topics

• Test Configuration Re-use: The document defines mechanisms to instantiate and re-use existing TDL test configurations, supporting modular and scalable test development.
• Extended Test Configuration: Specification of composite test setups that include multiple test configuration instances and a variety of operations applied to them.
• Meta-model Extensions: Introduction of new TDL meta-model concepts, including ExtendedTestConfiguration, TestConfigurationInstance, and TestConfigurationOperation.
• Test Configuration Operations: Operations such as merge, alias (rename), hide, and role reassignment applied to component instances for flexible test configuration management.
• Unique Component and Gate References: Methods for uniquely referencing component and gate instances across multiple embedded configurations to prevent ambiguity.
• Graphical and Exchange Syntax Extensions: Extensions to the graphical notation and exchange format to represent and share the extended test configuration concepts in model-based test environments.
• Conformance Requirements: Guidance for implementing and claiming conformance to the extended TDL meta-model.

Applications

The standardized extensions defined in this document are highly practical for organizations and teams engaged in complex software and system testing, especially where model-based testing and reusability are prioritized. Key applications include:

• Model-Based Testing Automation: Enhances automation workflows by allowing testers to assemble, adapt, and re-use pre-built configuration modules for different test scenarios.
• Large-Scale Test Specification: Facilitates management of intricate test systems by composing higher-level test configurations from established building blocks, minimizing maintenance and maximizing productivity.
• Customizable Test Environments: Enables dynamic alteration of instantiated test configurations through supported operations, such as hiding unnecessary components or reassigning roles (e.g., SUT vs. Tester), to match specific testing needs.
• Consistency and Maintainability: By supporting instantiation and refinement rather than duplication, organizations ensure consistent application of test logic and simplify updates across multiple test scenarios.
• Tool Interoperability: The defined graphical and exchange format extensions ensure that extended test configurations can be visualized and exchanged between tools adhering to the TDL standard.

Related Standards

The work defined in SIST ES 203 119-7 builds on and extends the following core standards in the TDL series:

• ETSI ES 203 119-1: Abstract Syntax and Associated Semantics – foundational definitions for TDL concepts.
• ETSI ES 203 119-2: Graphical Syntax – standardizes the visual representation of TDL elements and configurations.
• ETSI ES 203 119-3: Exchange Format – specifies the data exchange format for TDL artifacts.
• OMG Trademarks (UML®, OCL™, UTP™): TDL integrates with other model-based languages and frameworks, including those maintained by the Object Management Group, enhancing its applicability in a variety of system and software engineering contexts.

Keywords: Test Description Language, TDL, extended test configurations, model-based testing, test configuration re-use, SIST, ETSI, software testing standards, MBT, meta-model extensions, test automation, test specification.

Final draft ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-06)

ETSI STANDARD
Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS);
The Test Description Language (TDL);
Part 7: Extended Test Configurations

2 Final draft ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-06)

Reference
RES/MTS-TDL1197v121
Keywords
language, MBT, methodology, testing

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Contents
Intellectual Property Rights . 4
Foreword . 4
Modal verbs terminology . 4
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 References . 5
2.1 Normative references . 5
2.2 Informative references . 5
3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations . 5
3.1 Terms . 5
3.2 Symbols . 6
3.3 Abbreviations . 6
4 Basic Principles . 6
4.1 Extended Test Configurations . 6
4.2 Document Structure . 6
4.3 Notational Conventions . 7
4.4 Element Operations . 7
4.5 Conformance . 7
5 Meta-Model Extensions . 7
5.1 Overview . 7
5.2 ExtendedTestConfiguration . 8
5.3 TestConfigurationInstance . 8
5.4 TestConfigurationOperation . 9
5.5 ComponentReference . 9
5.6 ExtendedGateReference . 10
5.7 ComponentMerge . 10
5.8 ComponentAlias . 11
5.9 ComponentHide . 11
5.10 RoleReassignment . 11
6 Graphical Syntax Extensions. 12
6.1 ExtendedTestConfiguration . 12
6.2 TestConfigurationInstance . 12
6.3 TestConfigurationOperation . 13
6.4 ComponentReference . 13
6.5 ComponentMerge . 13
6.6 ComponentAlias . 14
6.7 ComponentHide . 14
6.8 RoleReassignment . 14
7 Exchange Format Extensions . 14
Annex A (informative): Examples . 15
A.0 Overview . 15
A.1 Test Configuration Instantiation . 15
A.2 Test Configuration Operations . 15
A.3 Component Merging. 17
History . 18

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Foreword
This final draft ETSI Standard (ES) has been produced by ETSI Technical Committee Methods for Testing and
Specification (MTS), and is now submitted for the ETSI standards Membership Approval Procedure.
The present document is part 7 of a multi-part deliverable. Full details of the entire series can be found in part 1 [1].
Modal verbs terminology
In the present document "shall", "shall not", "should", "should not", "may", "need not", "will", "will not", "can" and
"cannot" are to be interpreted as described in clause 3.2 of the ETSI Drafting Rules (Verbal forms for the expression of
provisions).
"must" and "must not" are NOT allowed in ETSI deliverables except when used in direct citation.
Introduction
This extension package to TDL introduces additional features for the specification of extended test configurations by
reusing existing test configurations. Existing test configurations can be instantiated within an extended test
configuration. By means of test configuration operations, the test configuration instances can be modified within an
extended test configuration, without affecting the original test configuration specification that is instantiated.
The present document describes the relevant abstract syntax (meta-model) extensions as well as the corresponding
concrete syntactical notation.
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1 Scope
The present document defines extensions to the Test Description Language (TDL) to support the re-use of test
configurations.
® ®
NOTE: OMG , UML , OCL™ and UTP™ are the trademarks of OMG (Object Management Group). This
information is given for the convenience of users of the present document and does not constitute an
endorsement by ETSI of the products named.
2 References
2.1 Normative references
References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or
non-specific. For specific references, only the cited version applies. For non-specific references, the latest version of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
Referenced documents which are not found to be publicly available in the expected location might be found at
https://docbox.etsi.org/Reference/.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication, ETSI cannot guarantee
their long term validity.
The following referenced documents are necessary for the application of the present document.
[1] ETSI ES 203 119-1 (V1.5.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 1: Abstract Syntax and Associated Semantics".
[2] ETSI ES 203 119-2 (V1.4.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 2: Graphical Syntax".
[3] ETSI ES 203 119-3 (V1.4.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 3: Exchange Format".
2.2 Informative references
References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or
non-specific. For specific references, only the cited version applies. For non-specific references, the latest version of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication, ETSI cannot guarantee
their long term validity.
The following referenced documents are not necessary for the application of the present document but they assist the
user with regard to a particular subject area.
Not applicable.
3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations
3.1 Terms
For the purposes of the present document, the terms given in ETSI ES 203 119-1 [1] and the following apply:
component reference: reference to a unique component instance in an extended test configuration
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extended gate reference: extension to gate reference that makes it possible to specify gate references from different
component instances in a unique manner within an extended test configuration
extended test configuration: specification of a test configuration which includes a set test configuration instances and
test configuration operations, as well as additional component instnaces and connections
flattened test configuration: test configuration resulting from the transformation of an extended test configuration into
a test configuration that includes all the component instances and connections from the instantiated test configurations
after applying the test configuration operations, as well as additional component instances and connections defin
...

ETSI STANDARD
Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS);
The Test Description Language (TDL);
Part 7: Extended Test Configurations

2 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)

Reference
RES/MTS-TDL1197v121
Keywords
language, MBT, methodology, testing

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of the 3GPP Organizational Partners.
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of the oneM2M Partners. ®
GSM and the GSM logo are trademarks registered and owned by the GSM Association.
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3 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)
Contents
Intellectual Property Rights . 4
Foreword . 4
Modal verbs terminology . 4
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 References . 5
2.1 Normative references . 5
2.2 Informative references . 5
3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations . 5
3.1 Terms . 5
3.2 Symbols . 6
3.3 Abbreviations . 6
4 Basic Principles . 6
4.1 Extended Test Configurations . 6
4.2 Document Structure . 6
4.3 Notational Conventions . 7
4.4 Element Operations . 7
4.5 Conformance . 7
5 Meta-Model Extensions . 7
5.1 Overview . 7
5.2 ExtendedTestConfiguration . 8
5.3 TestConfigurationInstance . 8
5.4 TestConfigurationOperation . 9
5.5 ComponentReference . 9
5.6 ExtendedGateReference . 10
5.7 ComponentMerge . 10
5.8 ComponentAlias . 11
5.9 ComponentHide . 11
5.10 RoleReassignment . 11
6 Graphical Syntax Extensions. 12
6.1 ExtendedTestConfiguration . 12
6.2 TestConfigurationInstance . 12
6.3 TestConfigurationOperation . 13
6.4 ComponentReference . 13
6.5 ComponentMerge . 13
6.6 ComponentAlias . 14
6.7 ComponentHide . 14
6.8 RoleReassignment . 14
7 Exchange Format Extensions . 14
Annex A (informative): Examples . 15
A.0 Overview . 15
A.1 Test Configuration Instantiation . 15
A.2 Test Configuration Operations . 15
A.3 Component Merging. 17
History . 18

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Intellectual Property Rights
Essential patents
IPRs essential or potentially essential to normative deliverables may have been declared to ETSI. The information
pertaining to these essential IPRs, if any, is publicly available for ETSI members and non-members, and can be found
in ETSI SR 000 314: "Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs); Essential, or potentially Essential, IPRs notified to ETSI in
respect of ETSI standards", which is available from the ETSI Secretariat. Latest updates are available on the ETSI Web
server (https://ipr.etsi.org/).
Pursuant to the ETSI IPR Policy, no investigation, including IPR searches, has been carried out by ETSI. No guarantee
can be given as to the existence of other IPRs not referenced in ETSI SR 000 314 (or the updates on the ETSI Web
server) which are, or may be, or may become, essential to the present document.
Trademarks
The present document may include trademarks and/or tradenames which are asserted and/or registered by their owners.
ETSI claims no ownership of these except for any which are indicated as being the property of ETSI, and conveys no
right to use or reproduce any trademark and/or tradename. Mention of those trademarks in the present document does
not constitute an endorsement by ETSI of products, services or organizations associated with those trademarks.
Foreword
This ETSI Standard (ES) has been produced by ETSI Technical Committee Methods for Testing and Specification
(MTS).
The present document is part 7 of a multi-part deliverable. Full details of the entire series can be found in part 1 [1].
Modal verbs terminology
In the present document "shall", "shall not", "should", "should not", "may", "need not", "will", "will not", "can" and
"cannot" are to be interpreted as described in clause 3.2 of the ETSI Drafting Rules (Verbal forms for the expression of
provisions).
"must" and "must not" are NOT allowed in ETSI deliverables except when used in direct citation.
Introduction
This extension package to TDL introduces additional features for the specification of extended test configurations by
reusing existing test configurations. Existing test configurations can be instantiated within an extended test
configuration. By means of test configuration operations, the test configuration instances can be modified within an
extended test configuration, without affecting the original test configuration specification that is instantiated.
The present document describes the relevant abstract syntax (meta-model) extensions as well as the corresponding
concrete syntactical notation.

ETSI
5 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)
1 Scope
The present document defines extensions to the Test Description Language (TDL) to support the re-use of test
configurations.
® ®
NOTE: OMG , UML , OCL™ and UTP™ are the trademarks of OMG (Object Management Group). This
information is given for the convenience of users of the present document and does not constitute an
endorsement by ETSI of the products named.
2 References
2.1 Normative references
References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or
non-specific. For specific references, only the cited version applies. For non-specific references, the latest version of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
Referenced documents which are not found to be publicly available in the expected location might be found at
https://docbox.etsi.org/Reference/.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication, ETSI cannot guarantee
their long term validity.
The following referenced documents are necessary for the application of the present document.
[1] ETSI ES 203 119-1 (V1.5.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 1: Abstract Syntax and Associated Semantics".
[2] ETSI ES 203 119-2 (V1.4.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 2: Graphical Syntax".
[3] ETSI ES 203 119-3 (V1.4.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 3: Exchange Format".
2.2 Informative references
References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or
non-specific. For specific references, only the cited version applies. For non-specific references, the latest version of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication, ETSI cannot guarantee
their long term validity.
The following referenced documents are not necessary for the application of the present document but they assist the
user with regard to a particular subject area.
Not applicable.
3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations
3.1 Terms
For the purposes of the present document, the terms given in ETSI ES 203 119-1 [1] and the following apply:
component reference: reference to a unique component instance in an extended test configuration
ETSI
6 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)
extended gate reference: extension to gate reference that makes it possible to specify gate references from different
component instances in a unique manner within an extended test configuration
extended test configuration: specification of a test configuration which includes a set test configuration instances and
test configuration operations, as well as additional component instnaces and connections
flattened test configuration: test configuration resulting from the transformation of an extended test configuration into
a test configuration that includes all the component instances and connections from the instantiated test configurations
after applying the test configuration operations, as well as additional component instances and connections defined
within the ext
...

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2020
Metode za preskušanje in specificiranje (MTS) - Jezik za opis preskusa (TDL) - 7.
del: Razširjene preskusne konfiguracije
Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS) - The Test Description Language (TDL) -
Part 7: Extended Test Configurations
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)
ICS:
35.060 Jeziki, ki se uporabljajo v Languages used in
informacijski tehniki in information technology
tehnologiji
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

ETSI STANDARD
Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS);
The Test Description Language (TDL);
Part 7: Extended Test Configurations

2 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)

Reference
RES/MTS-TDL1197v121
Keywords
language, MBT, methodology, testing

ETSI
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F-06921 Sophia Antipolis Cedex - FRANCE

Tel.: [phone]  Fax: [phone]

Siret N° 348 623 562 00017 - NAF 742 C
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Sous-Préfecture de Grasse (06) N° 7803/88

Important notice
The present document can be downloaded from:
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The present document may be made available in electronic versions and/or in print. The content of any electronic and/or
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The copyright and the foregoing restriction extend to reproduction in all media.

© ETSI 2020.
All rights reserved.
DECT™, PLUGTESTS™, UMTS™ and the ETSI logo are trademarks of ETSI registered for the benefit of its Members.

3GPP™ and LTE™ are trademarks of ETSI registered for the benefit of its Members and
of the 3GPP Organizational Partners.
oneM2M™ logo is a trademark of ETSI registered for the benefit of its Members and
of the oneM2M Partners. ®
GSM and the GSM logo are trademarks registered and owned by the GSM Association.
ETSI
3 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)
Contents
Intellectual Property Rights . 4
Foreword . 4
Modal verbs terminology . 4
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 References . 5
2.1 Normative references . 5
2.2 Informative references . 5
3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations . 5
3.1 Terms . 5
3.2 Symbols . 6
3.3 Abbreviations . 6
4 Basic Principles . 6
4.1 Extended Test Configurations . 6
4.2 Document Structure . 6
4.3 Notational Conventions . 7
4.4 Element Operations . 7
4.5 Conformance . 7
5 Meta-Model Extensions . 7
5.1 Overview . 7
5.2 ExtendedTestConfiguration . 8
5.3 TestConfigurationInstance . 8
5.4 TestConfigurationOperation . 9
5.5 ComponentReference . 9
5.6 ExtendedGateReference . 10
5.7 ComponentMerge . 10
5.8 ComponentAlias . 11
5.9 ComponentHide . 11
5.10 RoleReassignment . 11
6 Graphical Syntax Extensions. 12
6.1 ExtendedTestConfiguration . 12
6.2 TestConfigurationInstance . 12
6.3 TestConfigurationOperation . 13
6.4 ComponentReference . 13
6.5 ComponentMerge . 13
6.6 ComponentAlias . 14
6.7 ComponentHide . 14
6.8 RoleReassignment . 14
7 Exchange Format Extensions . 14
Annex A (informative): Examples . 15
A.0 Overview . 15
A.1 Test Configuration Instantiation . 15
A.2 Test Configuration Operations . 15
A.3 Component Merging. 17
History . 18

ETSI
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Intellectual Property Rights
Essential patents
IPRs essential or potentially essential to normative deliverables may have been declared to ETSI. The information
pertaining to these essential IPRs, if any, is publicly available for ETSI members and non-members, and can be found
in ETSI SR 000 314: "Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs); Essential, or potentially Essential, IPRs notified to ETSI in
respect of ETSI standards", which is available from the ETSI Secretariat. Latest updates are available on the ETSI Web
server (https://ipr.etsi.org/).
Pursuant to the ETSI IPR Policy, no investigation, including IPR searches, has been carried out by ETSI. No guarantee
can be given as to the existence of other IPRs not referenced in ETSI SR 000 314 (or the updates on the ETSI Web
server) which are, or may be, or may become, essential to the present document.
Trademarks
The present document may include trademarks and/or tradenames which are asserted and/or registered by their owners.
ETSI claims no ownership of these except for any which are indicated as being the property of ETSI, and conveys no
right to use or reproduce any trademark and/or tradename. Mention of those trademarks in the present document does
not constitute an endorsement by ETSI of products, services or organizations associated with those trademarks.
Foreword
This ETSI Standard (ES) has been produced by ETSI Technical Committee Methods for Testing and Specification
(MTS).
The present document is part 7 of a multi-part deliverable. Full details of the entire series can be found in part 1 [1].
Modal verbs terminology
In the present document "shall", "shall not", "should", "should not", "may", "need not", "will", "will not", "can" and
"cannot" are to be interpreted as described in clause 3.2 of the ETSI Drafting Rules (Verbal forms for the expression of
provisions).
"must" and "must not" are NOT allowed in ETSI deliverables except when used in direct citation.
Introduction
This extension package to TDL introduces additional features for the specification of extended test configurations by
reusing existing test configurations. Existing test configurations can be instantiated within an extended test
configuration. By means of test configuration operations, the test configuration instances can be modified within an
extended test configuration, without affecting the original test configuration specification that is instantiated.
The present document describes the relevant abstract syntax (meta-model) extensions as well as the corresponding
concrete syntactical notation.

ETSI
5 ETSI ES 203 119-7 V1.2.1 (2020-08)
1 Scope
The present document defines extensions to the Test Description Language (TDL) to support the re-use of test
configurations.
® ®
NOTE: OMG , UML , OCL™ and UTP™ are the trademarks of OMG (Object Management Group). This
information is given for the convenience of users of the present document and does not constitute an
endorsement by ETSI of the products named.
2 References
2.1 Normative references
References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or
non-specific. For specific references, only the cited version applies. For non-specific references, the latest version of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
Referenced documents which are not found to be publicly available in the expected location might be found at
https://docbox.etsi.org/Reference/.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication, ETSI cannot guarantee
their long term validity.
The following referenced documents are necessary for the application of the present document.
[1] ETSI ES 203 119-1 (V1.5.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 1: Abstract Syntax and Associated Semantics".
[2] ETSI ES 203 119-2 (V1.4.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 2: Graphical Syntax".
[3] ETSI ES 203 119-3 (V1.4.1): "Methods for Testing and Specification (MTS); The Test
Description Language (TDL); Part 3: Exchange Format".
2.2 Informative references
References are either specific (identified by date of publication and/or edition number or version number) or
non-specific. For specific references, only the cited version applies. For non-specific references, the latest version of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
NOTE: While any hyperlinks included in this clause were valid at the time of publication, ETSI cannot guarantee
their long term validity.
The following referenced documents are not necessary for the application of the present document but they assist the
user with regard to a particular subject area.
Not applicable.
3 Definition of terms, symbols and abbreviations
3.1 Terms
For the purposes of the present document, the terms given in ETSI ES 203 119-1 [1] and the following apply:
component reference: reference to a unique component instance in an extended test configuration
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extended gate reference: extension to gate reference that makes it possible to specify gate references from different
component instances in a unique manner within an extended test configuration
extended test configuration: specification of a test configuration which includes a set test configuration instances and
test configuration operations, as well as additional component instnaces and connections
flattened test configuration: test configuration resulting from the transformation
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