Blockchain-based Built Environment Data Management for Modular Construction

Yaqi Zhang; Theo Tryfonas; Neil J Carhart; Akin Eker

doi:10.1109/ISC260477.2024.11004252

Blockchain-based Built Environment Data Management for Modular Construction

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Abstract

As a modern construction method, Modular Construction (MC) could solve challenges such as project delays, inefficiencies, and environmental pollution in the construction and real estate industry. However, the use of new methods introduces novel challenges of their own. Logistical aspects of modular construction such as proof of materials origin and verification of properties, can be addressed through the use of innovations such as the DPP. However, to meet the DPP specifications as e.g. proposed by the European Union, the construction industry needs to expedite its digital transformation. This paper describes a full lifecycle workflow of a modern MC project based on BIM, IoT, and Blockchain, that could facilitate leveraging innovations such as the DPP. Additionally, it contributes to the more efficient implementation of MC as a digitalised construction method.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	2024 IEEE International Smart Cities Conference (ISC2)
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Number of pages	6
ISBN (Electronic)	9798350364316
ISBN (Print)	9798350364323
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/ISC260477.2024.11004252
Publication status	Published - 21 May 2025
Event	10th IEEE International Smart Cities Conference, ISC2 2024 - Pattaya, Thailand Duration: 29 Oct 2024 → 1 Nov 2024

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Name	IEEE International Smart Cities Conference (ISC2)
Publisher	IEEE
ISSN (Print)	2687-8852
ISSN (Electronic)	2687-8860

Conference

Conference	10th IEEE International Smart Cities Conference, ISC2 2024
Country/Territory	Thailand
City	Pattaya
Period	29/10/24 → 1/11/24

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Keywords

Distributed Ledger Technology
Internet of Things
Building Information Modelling
Modular Construction, Digital Product Passport
Digital product Passport

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Blockchain-based Built Environment Data Management for Modular Construction. / Zhang, Yaqi ; Tryfonas, Theo ; Carhart, Neil J et al.
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