Principle
The client uses a WEB browser to access the CATS server. Its identity and usage rights are checked against the Customer Data Base. The client then specifies the day and city or location to be investigated. A geographic map covering the corresponding region is generated on the fly, and lightning data is extracted from the Lightning Data Base for the region and time period. The result is formatted as a GIF image an HTML page that is send to the user’s browser. A list of flashes is also available. A log of connections is archived for statistical analysis or customer management. A WEB page allows each customer to display his own usage history within a given time period.
Pre-Requisite
ATP, CDB, GDB, LDB
Content
The package includes the Expert server that handles client request to the CATS data bases, a WEB server and a sample application that can be completely customized.
Customization
Language , like geographic limitations
The product can be customized in different ways :
- The overall design of the WEB site is designed by the operator
- The end-user language can be implemented and supported by the application
- Access rights management can be modified and payment methods can be added.
Architecture
Depending on security issues, various system setup can be used. The CATS server and WEB server can be located within the same physical machine for use as an intranet, but for use by a broader customer base, a secured architecture such as the following can be setup :