Title :
Modelling the real world by Multi-World data model
Author :
Duong, Toncan ; Hiller, John
Author_Institution :
Sch. of Comput. Sci. & Eng., New South Wales Univ., Kensington, NSW, Australia
Abstract :
This paper discusses various philosophical issues that relate to database modelling. In particular, we argue that existing paradigms fail in a multi-database environment, and hence it needs to be supplanted by one that is more flexible and dynamic. Based on this new paradigm we propose a MultiWorld data model which consists of clusters of private/public databases integrated via a contracting mechanism. Each database is autonomous but is able to retrieve external as well as local data. Autonomy appears to lead to conflict. We discuss its nature and propose a resolution strategy based on combinatory theories of truth
Keywords :
data structures; distributed databases; philosophical aspects; MultiWorld data model; combinatory theories of truth; contracting mechanism; data retrieval; database modelling; multi-database environment; philosophical issues; private databases; public databases; resolution strategy; Australia; Computer science; Data engineering; Data models; Databases; Engineering management; Financial management; Information retrieval; Manufacturing; Prototypes;
Conference_Titel :
Intelligent and Cooperative Information Systems, 1993., Proceedings of International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Rotterdam
Print_ISBN :
0-8186-3135-X
DOI :
10.1109/ICICIS.1993.291761
