In this paper, the author analysed the potential of Blockchain in smart mobility. In my research, he has focused on four areas of smart mobility being Vehicular Data sharing, Mobility as a Service, VANET as well as Transport and logistic. In order to give the reader basic information, firstly he gave a definition of Blockchain and Smart mobility, then we moved onto the above-mentioned four areas. At first, we explained the goal and the current status of the system, which problems it possesses and how Blockchain can fix these problems. In the end of his paper, he summarized the main findings and point out the weaknesses of Blockchain and why it can be challenging to implement it in this area. Further, there is also a proposed possible solution to current lack of information in order to give a final review to the potential of Blockchain in smart mobility.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 Fundamentals
2.1 Blockchain
2.1.1 Background
2.1.2 Ledger
2.1.3 Transaction
2.1.4 Consensus Models
2.1.5 Weaknesses of Blockchain
2.2 Smart City and Smart Mobility
2.2.1 Background Information
2.2.2 Smart mobility
3 Research Method
4 Result
4.1 Vehicle Data Sharing with Blockchain
4.2 Mobility as a Service
4.2.1 Business logic automation
4.2.2 Data and Transaction Records
4.2.3 Token based incentivization
4.2.4 Transaction automation
4.2.5 Identity Management
4.3 Vanets
4.3.1 Perceptual layer
4.3.2 Edge computing layer
4.3.3 Service layer
4.4 Blockchain in Logistics and Transport
5 Discussion
6 Conclusion
Research Goal and Topics
The paper examines the potential of blockchain technology in the domain of smart mobility, focusing on how its decentralized and secure nature can address current vulnerabilities in traffic management systems and outdated transportation technologies.
- Vehicle data sharing models utilizing blockchain
- Mobility as a Service (MaaS) and blockchain integration
- Security and performance in Vehicular Ad-Hoc Networks (VANETs)
- Blockchain applications in transport and logistics
Excerpt from the Book
4.2 Mobility as a Service
Mobility as a Service is a concept which arose with the technological advancement of cities. Hietnan (2014) defines Mobility as a Service as a service package specifically designed for specific use cases, like a monthly mobile phone subscription. And it also has features like trip planning, reservations of all kinds connected with trips and payment methods on a single app (Jittrapirom et al., 2017, p. 1). Nemtanu, Schlingensiepen et al. add to the definition of mobility as a service the aspect that the user will enter his travel wishes and the mobility as a service will advocate him the best possible solution, regardless of it is in his own car or whether in a driving service like Uber (Nemtanu, Schlingensiepen, Buretea, & Iordache, 2016, p. 3). According to de Wilde, you can categorize Blockchain in the mobility as a service model as follows:
business logic automation
storage and mapping of transactions
behavior (token-based) incentivization
off-chain validation and identity management
(Wilde, 2019, p. 90).
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction: Introduces the research problem regarding data security in smart mobility and outlines the investigation into blockchain as a potential solution.
2 Fundamentals: Provides essential background knowledge on blockchain technology components and the concepts of smart cities and smart mobility.
3 Research Method: Describes the selection process for high-quality academic literature and the database criteria used for the thesis.
4 Result: Details specific blockchain use cases within vehicle data sharing, MaaS, VANETs, and logistics, highlighting architectural layers and operational models.
5 Discussion: Analyzes the practical potential and challenges of implementing blockchain, proposing small-scale test groups as a next step.
6 Conclusion: Summarizes findings, confirming the theoretical potential of blockchain in smart mobility while noting the need for more empirical real-life data.
Keywords
Blockchain, Smart Mobility, Smart City, Vehicular Data Sharing, Mobility as a Service, MaaS, VANET, Logistics, Decentralization, Consensus Models, Security, Data Privacy, Transaction Automation, Token Incentivization, Transport
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fundamental purpose of this thesis?
The thesis explores the potential of blockchain technology to improve security, transparency, and efficiency in the smart mobility sector.
What are the core thematic areas covered?
The work focuses on vehicle data sharing, Mobility as a Service (MaaS), Vehicular Ad-Hoc Networks (VANETs), and transport and logistics.
What is the primary research question?
The primary research question asks what potential blockchain technology possesses within the domain of smart mobility.
Which scientific method was applied?
The author conducted a literature review based on academic journals, conference papers, and reliable technical sources to analyze existing blockchain models.
What topics are discussed in the main part?
The main part analyzes technical architectures, such as the layers in vehicle data sharing and VANET security models, and explores how blockchain can automate business logic and logistics processes.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
The work is defined by terms such as Blockchain, Smart Mobility, Decentralization, VANETs, MaaS, and Data Security.
How does blockchain address VANET security problems?
Blockchain provides a distributed, tamper-resistant ledger and consensus mechanisms (like "Proof-of-Driving") that allow vehicles to verify the authenticity of data without needing a central authority.
Why is "immutability" considered both a strength and a weakness?
While immutability ensures data integrity and security, it also means that once faulty code or incorrect data is written to the blockchain, it is extremely difficult and costly to change.
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- Hasan Toraman (Autor:in), 2020, The Blockchain in Smart Cities. Analysis of Blockchain Use Cases for Smart Mobility, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/1064199
