We describe a new invariant-based data model for image databases under our approach for shape-based retrieval. The data model relies on contours description of the image shape, an...
The need for Natural Language Interfaces to databases (NLIs) has become increasingly acute as more and more people access information through their web browsers, PDAs, and cell ph...
This paper is concerned with the transparent parallelisation of declarative database queries, based on theoretical principles. We have designed an entire database architecture sui...
Mohamad Afshar, J. Bates, Gavin M. Bierman, K. Moo...
XML is a flexible and powerful tool that enables information and security sharing in heterogeneous environments. Scalable technologies are needed to effectively manage the growing...
Rebecca Cathey, Steven M. Beitzel, Eric C. Jensen,...
The semantics of a new language (CUDL – Conceptual Universal Database Language), designed to manage dynamic database environments, are presented. This language conforms to the FD...
Nikitas Karanikolas, Maria Nitsiou, Emmanuel J. Ya...