Integrated tools for mission operations teams and software agents

A concept and prototypes for a Web-based tool set for mission operations teams are described. This tool set is designed for collecting and distributing information concerning events and issues during missions. Key elements are a console logger, a report generator and a workspace for collecting files, links and actions associated with an issue. The tool set is designed for use both by human team members in a mission control center and by software agents. Software assistants will carry out instructions that automate collection, presentation and distribution of information from diverse sources. One information source can be an autonomous agent controlling a space system or spacecraft. The goal is to integrate software agents with tools that support the work processes of teams, thereby making it easier to automate elements of team tasks and to support team interaction with autonomous agents in space.