In order to answer efficiently range queries in 2-d R-trees, first we sort queries by means of a space filling curve, then we group them together, and finally pass them for process...
Abstract. Fusion queries search for information integrated from distributed, autonomous sources over the Internet. We investigate techniques for e cient processing of fusion querie...
In semistructured databases there is no schema fixed in advance. To provide the benefits of a schema in such environments, we introduce DataGuides: concise and accurate structural...
Enhanced Multimedia Meta Objects (EMMOs) are a novel approach to multimedia content modeling, combining media, semantic relationships between those media, as well as functionality ...
Existing distributed publish/subscribe systems (DPSS) offer loosely coupled and easy to deploy content-based stream delivery services to a large number of users. However, the lack ...