(srv) Interoperability framework
The acronym srv identifies this extension in the repository name (ext-srv), w3id.org URL paths, and ontology file names. It is also the OWL namespace prefix for new terms (srv:camelCase, declared as vann:preferredNamespacePrefix in srv.ttl) and the JSON-LD alias prefix for extension-introduced terms (srv_snake_case). This applies to all terms defined or introduced by this extension, including reused external vocabulary properties and entity type values, to prevent clashes with terms introduced by other extensions.
Note on general-purpose types: Some terms such as
srv_hosting_organisationandsrv_research_infrastructurecarry thesrv_prefix for clash-prevention reasons only. Conceptually they are general organisation roles relevant beyond the Service extension and would be better placed in the SKG-IF core. The prefix reflects a process constraint — the core entity change process did not accommodate these types in time — not a judgement that they are extension-specific in nature.
Extensions to core entities
Organisation
New types for modeling service operations:
srv_hosting_organisation- organisation responsible for hosting and operating a servicesrv_research_infrastructure- organisation providing facilities, resources and services for research communities
Venue
New type for portal functionality:
srv_portal- a portal/catalogue through which services are discoverable and accessible
Extension-specific entities
This extension introduces a new entity Service that models software applications or components providing specific functionality over a network, typically accessed through an API or web application.