. OPC Unified Architecture Part 17: Alias Names. Release 1.05.00. 2021-10-15. , OPC Foundation, 2021.

This document constitutes Part 17 of the OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) standard and focuses on Alias Names. It defines the concepts and mechanisms for assigning and using alternative names for OPC UA nodes and other information model elements. The document describes how Alias Names facilitate simplified identification and referencing of information, supporting interoperability, consistency, and efficient data access in OPC UA-based industrial automation systems. It is intended for professionals involved in the development, implementation, and integration of OPC UA applications and information models.