B5: Group C - Mridul Chulet

In simple definition object oriented databases are databases that stores their contents as objects. Furthermore, they support the modelling and creation of data stored as objects. As the name suggests, the fundamental feature of Object oriented databases is allowing the definition of items, which are not the same as expected database objects [1]. Objects, in an object oriented database, reference the capacity to add to an object, then characterize and name it. The object can then be referenced, or called later, as a unit without getting into its complexities [2]. The same can be noticed in objects used in object-oriented programming . 

For example, a car engineer is a perfect example for Object oriented database. An engine is made up of several components: the main cylinder block, the exhaust system, intake manifold, etc [3]. But, when all of these components are combined altogether they form an engine. Similarly, when writing a program one can characterize a several segments, for instance, a vertical line intersecting a perpendicular horizontal line while both lines have a graded measurement [3]. This object can then later transformed into a diagram or a graph. 

There are several advantages of using object oriented database. First, it assures the system will enjoy longer life with small maintenance costs. The main reason for the long longevity is its behavior can be reused and implemented into new behaviors. Second, it allows real-world modeling. Objects are organized into classes of objects and there objects are associated with behaviors. The result is a model which is based on objects, rather than on data. Lastly, it provides improved reliability and flexibility than the existing systems because new behaviors can be built from the exciting objects [1]. As far the disadvantages are concerned, there are not much. The main disadvantage of object oriented database is that it is yet to be accepted by major companies and is not a technology [1].   

In conclusion, object oriented database approach will be really helpful when programming and processing tasks for intelligent building. One of the main reasons is the seamless integration of operating systems and AI expert system shells which in turn makes is easier to share data or software components or products.

References:

1)    http://ecomputernotes.com/database-system/adv-database/object-oriented-database-oodb

2)    http://searchoracle.techtarget.com/definition/object-oriented-database-management-system

3)    https://www.techopedia.com/definition/8639/object-oriented-database

    
 Comments:
 

Hamad Al-Hajri,
I really enjoyed reading your post and how you separately wrote of brief description of uses of databases in construction firms. All the statements you wrote are correct and make sense. I really like how databases are good estimators of wealth, construction time, track materials and performance. It will not only help save time, but it will also help check for errors or avoid any mistakes. But, object oriented approach is yet to be accepted by the major firms. Overall your post was concise and provided with helpful information.

Hatim Amiji,

        Great post. I had no idea about SQL and its importance before reading your post. I completely agree with your view point towards SQL. I feel like SQL helps to define relational databases models easily and helps to explicitly define the relationships. This will make it easier for architects and engineers to extract data and use the data from AutoCad or REVIT databases. Overall, I really enjoyed reading your article and it was very informative.