StandardMDF
StandardMDF is an open, vendor-neutral data specification proposed to improve interoperability across design, manufacturing, and operations software. It defines a modular data model and a common vocabulary intended to support data exchange throughout the product lifecycle.
The core model is built around a set of entities such as Part, Process, Material, Equipment, Resource,
Encoding and validation are central to StandardMDF. The specification provides canonical schemas in JSON Schema and
Governance and licensing: StandardMDF is maintained by the StandardMDF Consortium, a multi-stakeholder group comprising manufacturers, software
Applications: The standard is designed to support product lifecycle management, digital twins, and supply chain integration.
Adoption and challenges: As an emerging standard, success depends on vendor support, organizational readiness, and effective
See also: STEP, ISO 10303, digital twin, product data exchange.