18,821 research outputs found
Using Distributed Ledger Technologies to Support Complex Supply Chains
The concept of blockchain, as part of distributed ledger technologies, has gained a lot of interest recently, especially in cryptocurrencies. With the addition of other technical capabilities, e.g., smart contracts and oracles, this interest has spread to other areas as well and affects a wide variety of business processes such as supply chain processes. However, in research, the wide variety of processes finds inadequate consideration to date. In this research paper, we provide an overview of the state of the art of distributed ledger technologies in supply chains and point out future research topics. Therefore, we conducted a structured literature review, systematized potential application areas in supply chain processes, and showed that research gaps exist. To address the research gaps, we derived open research questions, whereby conducting design studies to deal with the practical problems in the application areas plays a central role
A Taxonomy for Blockchain-based Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN)
As digitalization and technological advancements continue to shape the
infrastructure landscape, the emergence of blockchain-based decentralized
physical infrastructure networks (DePINs) has gained prominence. However, a
systematic categorization of DePIN components and their interrelationships is
still missing. To address this gap, we conduct a literature review and analysis
of existing frameworks and derived a taxonomy of DePIN systems from a
conceptual architecture. Our taxonomy encompasses three key dimensions:
distributed ledger technology, cryptoeconomic design and physicial
infrastructure network. Within each dimension, we identify and define relevant
components and attributes, establishing a clear hierarchical structure.
Moreover, we illustrate the relationships and dependencies among the identified
components, highlighting the interplay between governance models, hardware
architectures, networking protocols, token mechanisms, and distributed ledger
technologies. This taxonomy provides a foundation for understanding and
classifying diverse DePIN networks, serving as a basis for future research and
facilitating knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration and standardization
within the emerging field of decentralized physical infrastructure networks
On the Convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Distributed Ledger Technology: A Scoping Review and Future Research Agenda
Developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Distributed Ledger
Technology (DLT) currently lead to lively debates in academia and practice. AI
processes data to perform tasks that were previously thought possible only for
humans. DLT has the potential to create consensus over data among a group of
participants in uncertain environments. In recent research, both technologies
are used in similar and even the same systems. Examples include the design of
secure distributed ledgers or the creation of allied learning systems
distributed across multiple nodes. This can lead to technological convergence,
which in the past, has paved the way for major innovations in information
technology. Previous work highlights several potential benefits of the
convergence of AI and DLT but only provides a limited theoretical framework to
describe upcoming real-world integration cases of both technologies. We aim to
contribute by conducting a systematic literature review on previous work and
providing rigorously derived future research opportunities. This work helps
researchers active in AI or DLT to overcome current limitations in their field,
and practitioners to develop systems along with the convergence of both
technologies
Decentralised additive manufacturing for architecture: exploring the integration of distributed ledger technologies with 3D printing.
This paper investigates the potential integration of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies with Additive Manufacturing in the context of architectural design and fabrication. The study aims to identify knowledge gaps, explore the affinity between these technologies, and challenge the current architecture production paradigm. Through a comprehensive state-of-the-art review and analysis of academic papers and industrial case studies, we identified emerging themes and gaps in the literature. We also examined the misalignment of incentives among key participants of the proposed systems. Our findings highlighted the relevance of blockchain technology in additive manufacturing, but also revealed significant challenges and misalignments in incentives among stakeholders. We argue that further research and experimentation are necessary to fully understand the technical feasibility and impact of integrating these technologies in architectural design and fabrication
Decentralised Additive Manufacturing for Architecture:Exploring the integration of distributed ledger technologies with 3D printing
This paper investigates the potential integration of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies with Additive Manufacturing in the context of architectural design and fabrication. The study aims to identify knowledge gaps, explore the affinity between these technologies, and challenge the current architecture production paradigm. Through a comprehensive state-of-the-art review and analysis of academic papers and industrial case studies, we identified emerging themes and gaps in the literature. We also examined the misalignment of incentives among key participants of the proposed systems. Our findings highlighted the relevance of blockchain technology in additive manufacturing, but also revealed significant challenges and misalignments in incentives among stakeholders. We argue that further research and experimentation are necessary to fully understand the technical feasibility and impact of integrating these technologies in architectural design and fabrication
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