PDS

PDS is an acronym that can refer to several distinct concepts depending on context. The Planetary Data System (PDS) is NASA's archival network for planetary science data. Established to preserve and provide long-term access to data from planetary missions, PDS standards have evolved to PDS4, with structured data labels and metadata to ensure interoperability and durability.

Public Distribution System (PDS) denotes a government program in India that distributes subsidized food grains and essential commodities through fair price shops to eligible households, aiming to improve food security and price stability.

Product Data Sheet (PDS) or Product Description Sheet is a technical document used in manufacturing and procurement that summarizes a product's specifications, materials, performance characteristics, certifications, and compliance information.

Personal Data Store (PDS) refers to a user-centric data management approach in which individuals store their personal data and control how it is shared with services, often enabling privacy protection and portability.

Power Distribution System (PDS) is an electrical engineering term for the network that delivers electricity from substations to consumers, including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and protection schemes; it is used in building, campus, and utility contexts.

Other uses exist, but these are among the most common. The intended meaning is typically clear from field and context.