Authors:
Charles Tim Batista Garrocho
1
;
2
;
Karine Nogueira Oliveira
3
;
Carlos Frederico Marcelo da Cunha Cavalcanti
1
and
Ricardo Augusto Rabelo Oliveira
1
Affiliations:
1
Computing Department, Federal University of Ouro Preto, Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
;
2
Minas Gerais Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology, Ouro Branco, Minas Gerais, Brazil
;
3
Vale Company, Parauapebas, Para, Brazil
Keyword(s):
Methodology, Definition, Deploying, Blockchain, Smart Contract, DApp, IIoT, M2M, Industry 4.0.
Abstract:
The Industrial Internet of Things is expected to attract significant investments for Industry 4.0. In this new
environment, blockchain has immediate potential in industrial applications, providing immutable, traceable
and auditable communication. Blockchain gained prominence in the academy, being developed and evaluated
in several application areas. However, no study has presented methodologies to definition blockchain networks
in the industrial environment. To fill this gap, we present a methodology that presents paths to follow and
important aspects to be analyzed for the definition and deployment of a blockchain network architecture. This
methodology can help in the appropriate choice of platforms and parameters of blockchain networks, resulting
in a reduction of costs for the factory and safety in meeting deadlines for industrial processes.