Persistence Modes
Choose from the DGN persistence mode (relational database) or the Oracle Spatial/Locator mode. The DGN persistence mode stores and maintains all the graphical information in DGN files and non-graphical information in an Oracle database while the spatial persistence mode saves the graphical and non-graphical information in the Standard Edition Oracle database.
Oracle Spatial Transaction Mode
Oracle Workspace Manager is utilized for both short and long transaction spatial persistence.
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In short transaction mode, work is executed in a temporary version without altering the LIVE database. When the design session has ended, the modifications can be posted back to the LIVE database or they can be discarded.
In long transaction mode, Expert Designer for Communications is utilized to manage long transaction, pessimistic workflows. Defined workflows are delivered with the application and can be modified by the end user. Administrative capabilities can be defined for the supervisors of a project so that work requests can be assigned and reassigned with ease. Expert Designer for Communications also handles disconnected contractor workflows for spatial persistence. |
Bentley Map
Bentley Map functionality is now included: spatial analysis, map generation, print preparation, multiple map projection support, coordinate conversion, and interoperability with different data and drawing sources. A development framework utilizing the Geospatial Administrator is also included.
Concurrent Usage
All Bentley communications products (Bentley Copper, Bentley Fiber, Bentley Coax, and Bentley Inside Plant) can work together within the same user environment or working session. This is true for both Oracle Spatial/Locator and DGN persistence modes.
MSLink Ranges
MSLink block ranges for files are no longer used. A block range per project, however, is still required.
Features
Feature layers names are now used (as opposed to numbered levels).
Annotations
Bentley Communications annotation features are now intelligent and utilize the MicroStation text style capability to increase the functionality.
Mapping Tool
The existing mapping tool has been completely remodeled to use the XFM placement method. The mapping functionalities are now easily customizable with the Geospatial Administrator application provided with Bentley Map.
Custom Attributes
A revised custom attribute scheme has been added to the product to facilitate adding user-defined properties to features.
Schema Customization
With Bentley Map’s Geospatial Administrator, users can also add their own features with properties to the schema and these user-defined features live seamlessly alongside communication’s features.
Import/Export Application
A revised Import/Export application has been included in the product to import and export DGN XFM files to external users. This feature is only available with DGN persistence mode. Bentley Comms also supports the spatial persistent disconnected workflow through Expert Designer for Communications V8i.
External Document Attachment
External documents (.JPG, .PDF, .TXT, .DOC, etc) can now be attached to most features.