Data Formats

OGS-NODC is a partner of SeaDataNet network. It implies that all available data are formatted with common data transport formats, which interact with other SeaDataNet standards (Vocabularies, Quality Flag Scale) and SeaDataNet analysis & presentation tools (ODV , DIVA). Therefore the following data transport formats are implemented: NODC's mission is to operate a world class data center in support of Italian marine science by:

• SeaDataNet ODV4 ASCII for profiles and time series,
• SeaDataNet MedAtlas as optional extra format,
• SeaDataNet NetCDF.

Examples and the Data Transport Formats manual can be found at SeaDataNet web site.