Blockchain and IoT: Foundations, Applications and Case Studies

by R. Anandan (Editor), D. Akila (Editor), Souvik Pal (Editor)

Overview

This book offers a detailed exploration of the transformative potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Blockchain in reshaping industries. Through a combination of theoretical foundations, practical case studies, and innovative applications, it highlights how these cutting-edge technologies can revolutionise business models, enhance operational efficiency, and foster innovation. This is a helpful guide for scholars, researchers, and professionals engaged in research on the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and their applications at the industry level.

• Explains how IoT devices can leverage Blockchain technology to enhance security, transparency, and efficiency in data management and transactions
• Explores the security challenges faced by IoT devices and how Blockchain can address these challenges by providing a decentralised and tamper-resistant platform for data exchange and storage
• Investigates the potential of cloud-based IoT platforms, analytics, protocols, and business models and renovate the workforce with Industry revolution
• Discusses how companies can leverage the data generated by IoT devices securely through Blockchain-based data marketplaces
• Provides real-world examples and case studies of successful implementations of IoT and Blockchain technologies across different industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and energy

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781032546261
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	06/19/2025
Series:	Chapman & Hall/CRC Internet of Things
Pages:	194
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. R. Anandan completed his UG, PG, Doctorate and Post-Doctoral Degree - D.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from Mexico in North America.   He is an IBMS/390 Mainframe professional and he is recognized as Chartered Engineer from Institution of Engineers in India. He is currently working as Professor, Department of CSE, School of Engineering and Director – Innovation and Incubation, Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India which is a Pioneer Institution in Engineering. He has vast experience in corporate and all levels of Academic in Computer Science and Engineering. Under his eminent guidance 8 Ph.D Research Scholars are pursuing, under his Supervision. 16 Ph.D. Research Scholars have been awarded under his Guidance and Supervision.

He was associated as a Member in many reputed International and National societies. He serves as Editorial Board Member / Technical Committee/ Reviewer of International Journal such Arab/UK/USA journals.. He has published more than 140 research papers in various International Journals such in Scopus, SCI and referred journals. He has presented 92 papers at various International Conferences. He received 18 awards from National and International Agencies He authored and Edited 28 books which includes 10 International Books and published 30 chapters in various International Books. He filed 18 patents of his work and 4 Patents and 3 Copyrights granted. He is also associated as Editor in reputed publishers.

Dr. D.Akila completed her Post Doctoral Fellow in Computer Science, Lincoln University college , Malaysia and  Ph.D, in Computer Science from Bharathiar University, Tamil Nadu, India. She received his M.C.A from Bharathiar University, M.Phil., degree from Bharathidasan University, M.E., Computer Science and Engineering from Vinayaka Mission University. She is currently working as Professor, Department of Computer Applications, Saveetha College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, SIMATS Deemed University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India which is well known University. She 15 years of teaching experience in both UG and PG Level. Her research interests include Data Mining, Big Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, Image Processing, Knowledge-based systems and Web Information Exploration. She has produced 2 M.Phil. Scholars and 8 Ph.D Scholars under her Guidance and Supervision.

She is an actively involved in various reputed professional bodies members like senior member, IEEE, International Association of Engineers (IAENG) Hong Kong, Member in Computer Science Teacher Association (CSTA) New York, Internet Society, International Society for Research and Development, World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology (WASET). She serves as Editorial Board Member / Technical Committee/ Reviewer in many International Journals. She has published more than 100 research papers in journals. She has authored 7 Books.

She received Life Time Achievement Award 2018-2019 towards outstanding contribution in Education by National IT Cyber Security Research Association, Govt. of India, “Achiever Award 2019” towards outstanding contribution in the field of Education, Feminine Foundation and Uyir Thalir Research and Resource Organization, “A Excellence   Teacher   in   Information   Technology”, Global   Outreach Education Award 2019, New Delhi etc.,

 Dr.D.AKILA.,M.C.A.,M.E.,M.Phil.,Ph.D.,Post-Doctoral Fellow(LUC-Malaysia)

Dr. Souvik Pal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Sister Nivedita University (Techno India Group), Kolkata, India. Prior to that, he was associated with Global Institute of Management and Technology; Brainware University, Kolkata; JIS College of Engineering, Nadia; Elitte College of Engineering, Kolkata; and Nalanda Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar, India. Dr. Pal received his MTech, and PhD degrees in the field of Computer Science and Engineering from KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, India. He has more than a decade of academic experience. He is author or co-editor of more than 15 books from reputed publishers and holds three patents. He is serving as a Series Editor for “Advances in Learning Analytics for Intelligent Cloud-IoT Systems” (Scopus-indexed);  “Internet of Things: Data-Centric Intelligent Computing, Informatics, and Communication”, published CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, USA; “Conference Proceedings Series on Intelligent Systems, Data Engineering, and Optimization”, published CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, USA;  Dr. Pal has published a number of research papers in Scopus / SCI/SCIE Journals and conferences. He is the organizing chair of RICE 2019, Vietnam; RICE 2020 Vietnam; ICICIT 2019, Tunisia. He has been invited as a keynote speaker at ICICCT 2019, Turkey, and ICTIDS 2019, 2021 Malaysia. He has also served as Proceedings Editor of ICICCT 2019, 2020; ICMMCS 2020, 2021; ICWSNUCA 2021, India. His professional activities include roles as Associate Editor, Guest Editor, and Editorial Board member for more than 100+ international journals and conferences of high repute and impact. His research area includes cloud computing, big data, internet of things, wireless sensor network, and data analytics. He is a member of many professional organizations, including MIEEE; MCSI; MCSTA/ACM, USA; MIAENG, Hong Kong; MIRED, USA; MACEEE, New Delhi; MIACSIT, Singapore; and MAASCIT, USA.

 

Table of Contents

Section I: Foundations in Blockchain 1. Architecture, Security, and Privacy for Blockchain using Enabling Technologies 2. Internet of Things and Industrial Internet of Things Powered by Blockchain: A Study on Unleashing Potential 3.Utilizing Blockchain and InterPlanetary File System for Enhanced User Privacy in Secure Data Sharing Section II: Industrial and Societal Implications Using Blockchain and IoT 4. Exploration and Review of Blockchain Technology Used in Industrial Solutions 5. Harnessing IoT for Effective Smart Farming: A Comparative Analysis of Farming Condition Monitoring 6. Blockchain-Based Parking System Using IoT 7. Blockchain-Based Online Attendance Management System Section III: Blockchain Security in Healthcare 8.   Blockchain and AI in eHealth 9.   Blockchain-Driven Solutions for IoT Data Security in Healthcare 10. Integrating Blockchain in Healthcare to Secure Data