Archive File Format

Most data files on the ESPO Archive are ASCII (plain-text) files. However, the files follow a strict format (structure) to ensure that the contents of the files are fully described.

ICARTT Format

The file format currently used for all missions is the ICARTT Format. Available documentation on this format:

Ames Format

The file format used by all missions prior to 2011 is the Ames Format (a.k.a. Hipskind and Gaines format). Available documentation on this format: