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A new conceptual data model that addresses the geometric dimensioning and tolerancing concepts of datum systems, datums, datum features, datum targets, and the relationship among these concepts, is presented. Additionally, a portion of a related data model, Part 47 of STEP (ISO 10303-47), is reviewed and a comparison is made between it and the new conceptual data model.
McCaleb, M.
(1999),
A Conceptual Data Model of Datum Systems, Journal of Research (NIST JRES), National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD
(Accessed September 14, 2024)