GFMPL GROUP APPLICATION SOFTWARE

Figure 1-11.—ASOS Data Manager main display window from MIDDS. minimums, such as ceiling and visibility are reached. When the Message Format Transmitter (MFT) software is installed, it will provide templates for surface observations and TAFs, perform quality control checks for observations, and automatically transfer observation data to the AWN and to FNMOD, Asheville, for archive. Internet and Bulletin Board Access MIDDS provides direct dial-in and Internet connectivity into the Navy Oceanographic Data Distribution System (NODDS), the Optimum Path Aircraft Routing System (OPARS), and the Joint METOC Viewer (JMV). All of these programs originate at FNMOC and are discussed in detail in chapter 2 of this module. GFMPL GROUP APPLICATION SOFTWARE The Geophysics Fleet Mission Program Library (GFMPL) is a software library that provides meteorological, electromagnetic, oceanographic, hazard avoidance, and acoustic support for fleet operations. MIDDS includes the "Unclassified" portion of GFMPL integrated into a Windows NT format. Certain electromagnetic assessment parameters are omitted from the standard GFMPL modules available in the classified version. Some of the GFMPL programs that are available include tidal prediction, tropical cyclone track, and surf prediction. An on-line user’s guide is available with the MIDDS. The GFMPL program is discussed in detail in chapter 2 of this module. REVIEW QUESTIONS Q18. What are the primary functions of MIDDS? Q19. What is the purpose of the MIDDS Fusion Generator module? Q20. What products are acquired by using the MIDDS Dial RX receiver? 1-19