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Prototype for a permissioned blockchain in aircraft MRO
Citation Link: https://doi.org/10.15480/882.2480
Publikationstyp
Conference Paper
Date Issued
2019-09-26
Sprache
English
Author(s)
Institut
TORE-DOI
TORE-URI
First published in
Number in series
27
Start Page
469
End Page
505
Citation
Hamburg International Conference of Logistics (HICL) 27: 469-505 (2019)
Contribution to Conference
Publisher
epubli GmbH
Purpose: The paper aims to show strengths, weaknesses and challenges in the application of Blockchain technology for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). The analysis is based on a prototype of a permissioned Blockchain for the maintenance documentation of aircraft and their components. Methodology: A prototyping approach is used to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying problems and proposed solutions of applying Blockchain technology to aircraft MRO. The open source platform ‘Hyperledger Fabric‘ and the toolset ‘Hyperledger Composer‘ are used to develop the permissioned Blockchain application. Based on devised use cases the prototype is validated and evaluated. Findings: Examining the prototype presents opportunities to increase data credibility and efficiency within a decentralized business network through increased transparency, traceability and the use of Smart Contracts. The Blockchain technology could help address challenges in the aircraft MRO industry such as the use of counterfeit spare parts or costly documentation verifications. Originality: In-depth descriptions of Blockchain use-cases can rarely be found. These are necessary in order to understand the requirements, strengths and weaknesses of using Blockchain in certain business contexts. The development of a prototype furthermore shows a deep insight in the conceptual design, development and usage of Blockchain applications.
Subjects
Blockchain
Hyperledger
Aircraft
Maintenance
DDC Class
004: Informatik
330: Wirtschaft
380: Handel, Kommunikation, Verkehr
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