From Simple Features to Moving Features and Beyond?

Abstract: Mobility data science lacks common data structures and analytical functions. This position paper assesses the current status and open issues towards a universal API for mobility data science. In particular, we look at standardization efforts revolving around the OGC Moving Features standard which, so far, has not attracted much attention within the mobility data science community. We discuss the hurdles any universal API for movement data has to overcome and propose key steps of a roadmap that would provide the foundation for the development of this API.