SVOM Science User Support Services at Chinese Science Center
Xu-Hui Han Li-Ping Xin Jing Wang Yu-Jie Xiao Pin-Pin Zhang Ruo-Song Zhang Hong-Bo Cai Hui-Jun Chen Jin-Song Deng Wen-Long Dong Lei Huang Lin Lan Hua-Li Li Guang-Wei Li Xiao-Meng Lu Yu-Lei Qiu Chao Wu Wen-Jin Xie Da-Wei Xu Jing-Ran Xu Yang Xu Zhu-Heng Yao Mo Zhang Xue-Ying Zhao Wei-Kang Zheng Ya-Tong Zheng Xiao-Xiao Zhou Jian-Yan Wei
SVOM Science User Support Services at Chinese Science Center
摘要
The Chinese-French Space-based multi-band Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM) mission is dedicated to the study of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) from the distant universe. A key component of the SVOM Chinese Ground Segment, the Science User Support Services (SUSS) provide comprehensive support for the mission’s scientific operations. SUSS consists of two integral pillars: a suite of specialized software tools that automate key workflows, and a dedicated User Support Team that delivers expert-led, human services. These human-delivered services include operational coordination across telescope networks, direct technical assistance to astronomers, user training, and proactive problem-solving throughout the observation lifecycle. This paper focuses on the organization of SVOM scientific operations and the role of SUSS in facilitating these tasks. We provide a detailed description of the SUSS software architecture and its functionalities, encompassing the General Platform, the Burst Advocate support tools for GRB counterpart identification, the Target of Opportunity support tools, and the General Program support tools. The structure and services provided by the user support team at the Chinese Science Center are also elaborated. Furthermore, we evaluate the performance of SUSS during its first operational year, assessing its effectiveness in fulfilling user requirements. The evaluation offers valuable insights to guide future user support strategies and software enhancements, ultimately enabling better service for the SVOM scientific community.