Modelling and manipulating multidimensional data in semistructured databases

R. K. Wong, F. Lam, M. A. Orgun

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Abstract

Multidimensional information is pervasive in many computer applications including time series, spatial information, data warehousing, and visual data. While semistructured data or XML is becoming more and more popular for information integration and exchange, not much research work has been done in the design and implementation of semistructured database systems to manage multidimensional information efficiently. In this paper, dimension operators have been defined based on a multidimensional logic which we call ML(ω). It can be used in applications such as multidimensional spreadsheets and multidimensional databases usually found in decision support systems and data warehouses. Finally a multidimensional, an XML database system is prototyped and described in detail. Technologies such as XSL are used to transform or visualise data from different dimensions.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 7th International Conference on Database Systems for Advanced Applications, DASFAA 2001
EditorsD. Lee, Y. Kiyoki
Place of PublicationPiscataway, NJ
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages14-21
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)0769509967, 9780769509969
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2001
Event7th International Conference on Database Systems for Advanced Applications, DASFAA 2001 - Hong Kong, China
Duration: 18 Apr 200121 Apr 2001

Other

Other7th International Conference on Database Systems for Advanced Applications, DASFAA 2001
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHong Kong
Period18/04/0121/04/01

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