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Multidimensional database system with intermediate lockable intersections

US6658413B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 2000
Grant dateDec 2, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99942
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A multi-dimensional database includes hierarchical levels. The data is hierarchical, with aggregatable data measures, so that changes in a first intersection will cause changes in other intersections for the aggregated measure. Selected intersections can be locked, so that changes in aggregatable data are restricted. Constrained sets corresponding to the locked intersections limit the scope of changes which may be made, and ensure a high level of efficiency.

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