Blockchain Technology for the Engineering and Service Sectors is essential for anyone looking to understand how to harness blockchain technology, driving innovation and efficiency across various sectors
Blockchain technology stands as one of the most transformative innovations of the 21st century, significantly impacting sectors including finance, manufacturing, and the service industry. Despite its relatively recent emergence, blockchain has the potential to revolutionize a wide array of industries, including tourism, agriculture, healthcare, and automobiles. With the growing interest in decentralized finance, governments and businesses are increasingly investing in research and development to enhance blockchain’s capabilities. As the technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more ground-breaking advancements in the near future.
Blockchain Technology for the Engineering and Service Sectors is designed to provide a comprehensive exploration of blockchain technology, divided into two key areas of study. The first section delves into the history and technical evolution of blockchain, tracing its development from the inception of Bitcoin to its integration with other advanced technologies like the Internet of Things. The second section focuses on the frameworks and applications of blockchain, examining its use across various industries, including supply chain management, tourism, banking, healthcare, and automation. Additionally, the book addresses current challenges, emerging trends, and the future potential of blockchain technology. Through a detailed and structured presentation of these topics, readers will gain a deep understanding and expertise in the field of blockchain technology.
Audience
Researchers, engineers, and industry professionals working in research and development to explore the possibilities of blockchain.
Preface
1 Decoding the Blocks: A Comprehensive Introduction to Blockchain 1
Vaishnavi Vadivelu, R. Rajasekar and Mogana Priya Chinnasamy
2 Challenges and Opportunities of Blockchain 57
Merena S. and Poongodi Chinnasamy
3 Blockchain-SDN-Based Secure Architecture for Multi-Edge Computing in Industrial IoT 87
Anass Sebbar, Othmane Cherqi and Faysal Bensalah
4 Enhancing Decentralized Privacy Through Integration of Blockchain with IoT for Healthcare Applications 107
R. Manjula Devi, M. Sangeetha, R. Venkatesan, Lalitha Balasubramanian and P. Keerthika
5 Blockchain with Cloud Computing 133
K. Janani, K. Udayakumar, S. Ramamoorthy, G. Ragu and R. Poorvadevi
6 Transforming Healthcare: The Role of Blockchain Technology 177
Vaishnavi Vadivelu, Dharmesh Nithil K., Prakash Nachimuthu and Parthasarathy Karthikeyan
7 Revolutionizing Finance: The Power of Blockchain in Banking 221
Vaishnavi Vadivelu, Fahima Annoorbatcha, Prakash Nachimuthu and Parthasarathy Karthikeyan
8 Blockchain and a Revolution in the Food Industry 253
Leila Rezaei, Reza Babazadeh, Juan Carlos Mejuto and Jesus Simal-Gandara
9 Blockchain Technology and the Transformation of the Agricultural Industry 281
Leila Rezaei, Reza Babazadeh, Juan Carlos Mejuto and Jesus Simal-Gandara
10 Transforming Tourism: Exploring the Potential of Blockchain Technology 307
Parthasarathy Karthikeyan, Prakash Nachimuthu, Vaishnavi Vadivelu and S. Priyadharshini
11 Application of Blockchain in the Manufacturing Sector 345
Hamed Taherdoost
12 Blockchain Integration: Transforming the Automotive Landscape 377
Vaishnavi Vadivelu, M. Dharshne, Nishanthi Mahendran, Rudra Moorthi Ravindran, Sanjay Gunasekaran and Ritu Jaikumar Suthar
References 407
Index 411
V. Vaishnavi, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Department of Management Studies at Kongu Engineering College, Tamil Nadu, India. She has published over 15 articles in international journals and conference proceedings. Her research interests include agile systems, sustainability, service operations, and blockchain and sustainability in healthcare.
R. Rajasekar, PhD, is a professor and the Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kongu Engineering College, Tamil Nadu, India. He has over 200 publications, including two patents, several book chapters and articles in journals and conferences of repute. His research interests include polymers, solar, nanocomposites, layer-by-layer assembly, thin film, anti-reflection coating materials, machining, and welding.
C. Moganapriya, PhD, is a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Mining Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur and an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kongu Engineering College, Tamil Nadu, India. She has published 20 research articles and 25 book chapters with international publishers. Her research interests include material technology for cutting tool inserts for enhancing tribological performance, hard coating materials, online tool condition monitoring for milling, and ARC coating for solar cells.
P. Sathish Kumar, PhD, is a research associate in the Department of Mining Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. He has over 90 publications, including book chapters and research articles in international journals of repute. His research interests include material characterization, coatings, and mechanical and tensile testing.
