Realistic validation of specification for modeling language using Alloy

Abstract

Authors suggest a resolution to validate metamodels using a formal description language and analyzer Alloy. A MDA meta-hierarchy divides a model into three layers. Therefore this approach is able to validate partial models using Alloy. Validating partial models reduce execution time. For an example of realistic validation, this paper shows application to the specification of an information control system modeling language and results of the validations for the specification.