{"id":20790,"date":"2020-10-27T23:00:31","date_gmt":"2020-10-27T22:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.brand-architecture.at\/2020\/10\/27\/fraunhofers-blockchain-device-opens-a-new-chapter-in-logistics\/"},"modified":"2020-10-27T23:00:31","modified_gmt":"2020-10-27T22:00:31","slug":"fraunhofers-blockchain-device-opens-a-new-chapter-in-logistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loginfo24.com\/en\/2020\/10\/27\/fraunhofers-blockchain-device-opens-a-new-chapter-in-logistics\/","title":{"rendered":"Fraunhofer’s Blockchain Device Opens a New Chapter in Logistics"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics (Fraunhofer IML) presents the “Blockchain Device,” a pioneering prototype for monitoring temperature-sensitive goods such as food, pharmaceuticals, or vaccines along global supply chains. It is the first device development from the European Blockchain Institute and a prototype of a series of blockchain-based developments made in NRW.<\/p>\n

(Dortmund) \u2013 Experts expect the complete digitalization of large parts of logistics within the next three years. “The digitalization of process and supply chains, aided by artificial intelligence, will usher in a new era not only in logistics. Digital platforms will become the central hub of an upcoming Silicon Economy,” agree the institute directors of Fraunhofer IML, Prof. Michael Henke and Prof. Michael ten Hompel.<\/p>\n

Fraunhofer IML in Dortmund Plays an Important Role<\/strong><\/h5>\n

The European Blockchain Institute at Fraunhofer IML in Dortmund will play a crucial role in this development. “Here, the further development of the first prototype into a series of blockchain devices will take place. In the future, they will actively negotiate via smart contracts, trigger transactions, and book payments. This will make every action clearly identifiable and traceable through the blockchain network,” emphasizes Michael Henke.<\/p>\n

5G-Compatible Communication Possible<\/strong><\/h5>\n

The “Blockchain Device” is a completely new development, starting from the computer hardware to the software of the temperature sensor and the blockchain client. Only 9 mm high, it can be inserted like a plug-in card into a standard container. It features 5G-compatible communication, a high-resolution ePaper display (1440 x 1072 pixels), and a range of sensors (temperature, acceleration, position). The battery life exceeds 14 days in continuous operation and more than two years in low-power mode.<\/p>\n

With this blockchain-capable IoT device, real-time data collection and autonomous real-time control of supply chains become a reality. By securely integrating physically and monetarily relevant processes into a blockchain-based ecosystem, horizontal and vertical networking is ensured. Position and sensor data document the seamless monitoring of the transport chain, including compliance with conditions. Additionally, the device is “IDS ready,” meaning it is prepared for implementation in the International Data Space.<\/p>\n

From the Internet of Things to the Internet of Values<\/strong><\/h5>\n

“We are pursuing the transition from the Internet of Things to the Internet of Values,” says Prof. Michael ten Hompel, managing director of Fraunhofer IML, who presented the “Blockchain Device” on the occasion of the award ceremony for the Innovation Prize of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia 2020 in the category of “Honorary Prize.” “With the help of blockchain technology, not only data but also real values will soon be negotiated and booked in a legally and process-secure manner. In the near future, it will be true in logistics: no blockchain \u2013 no business.” <\/p>\n

Hardware of the “Blockchain Device”<\/strong><\/h5>\n