Semantic approach to automatically defined model transformation

Modelling and model transformation are regarded as two pillars of model-driven engineering; they have been used together to solve practical problems. For instance, since different models (e.g. data model) are used by heterogeneous partners involved in a specific collaborative situation, there is an urgent need for model transformations to exchange information among the heterogeneous partners. To quickly define model transformations, this paper presents an approach, which could replace the users' effort in making mappings during the definition of a model transformation process. This approach is based on model transformation methodology, using syntax and semantic relationship among model elements. For this, a generic meta-metamodel and semantics checking methodology are proposed, before being illustrated by an example.