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Blockchain-based digital twin data provenance for predictive asset management in building facilities
Jönköping University, School of Engineering, JTH, Construction Engineering and Lighting Science.
Jönköping University, School of Engineering, JTH, Construction Engineering and Lighting Science.ORCID iD: 0000-0003-4288-9904
Jönköping University, School of Engineering, JTH, Construction Engineering and Lighting Science.ORCID iD: 0000-0001-7349-8557
Pythagoras AB, Stockholm, Sweden.
2024 (English)In: Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, ISSN 2046-6099, E-ISSN 2046-6102, Vol. 13, no 1, p. 4-21Article in journal (Refereed) Published
Sustainable development
00. Sustainable Development, 17. Partnerships for the goals
Abstract [en]

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to focus on structured data provision and asset information model maintenance and develop a data provenance model on a blockchain-based digital twin smart and sustainable built environment (DT) for predictive asset management (PAM) in building facilities.

Design/methodology/approach: Qualitative research data were collected through a comprehensive scoping review of secondary sources. Additionally, primary data were gathered through interviews with industry specialists. The analysis of the data served as the basis for developing blockchain-based DT data provenance models and scenarios. A case study involving a conference room in an office building in Stockholm was conducted to assess the proposed data provenance model. The implementation utilized the Remix Ethereum platform and Sepolia testnet.

Findings: Based on the analysis of results, a data provenance model on blockchain-based DT which ensures the reliability and trustworthiness of data used in PAM processes was developed. This was achieved by providing a transparent and immutable record of data origin, ownership and lineage.

Practical implications: The proposed model enables decentralized applications (DApps) to publish real-time data obtained from dynamic operations and maintenance processes, enhancing the reliability and effectiveness of data for PAM.

Originality/value: The research presents a data provenance model on a blockchain-based DT, specifically tailored to PAM in building facilities. The proposed model enhances decision-making processes related to PAM by ensuring data reliability and trustworthiness and providing valuable insights for specialists and stakeholders interested in the application of blockchain technology in asset management and data provenance.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2024. Vol. 13, no 1, p. 4-21
Keywords [en]
Asset information model, Asset information requirements, Blockchain, Data provenance, Digital twins, Predictive asset management, Asset management, Decision making, Information theory, Office buildings, Reliability analysis, Asset information requirement, Assets management, Block-chain, In-buildings, Information Modeling, Information requirement, Provenance models
National Category
Construction Management
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:hj:diva-62988DOI: 10.1108/SASBE-07-2023-0169ISI: 001102241000001Scopus ID: 2-s2.0-85176915900Local ID: HOA;;918800OAI: oai:DiVA.org:hj-62988DiVA, id: diva2:1816800
Note

This study is supported by Smart Built Environment (Sweden) (Grant No. 2021-00296). The authors would like to acknowledge the project industrial partners Pythagoras AB and Plan B BIM AB for their contribution to the project.

Available from: 2023-12-04 Created: 2023-12-04 Last updated: 2026-03-12Bibliographically approved
In thesis
1. Digital transformation for sustainable asset management: Integrating blockchain and AI with digital twins in building operations
Open this publication in new window or tab >>Digital transformation for sustainable asset management: Integrating blockchain and AI with digital twins in building operations
2024 (English)Licentiate thesis, comprehensive summary (Other academic)
Abstract [en]

The swift evolution of building management systems necessitates the integration of advanced digital technologies to enhance operational efficiency, data security, and predictive maintenance. This thesis explores the potential and implementation challenges of integrating advanced technologies, namely, Blockchain, Digital Twins (DTs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) within the smart built environment. Through a systematic review of current literature and empirical analysis, this research presents a comprehensive framework for these disruptive technologies' synergistic application, focusing on their impact on Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM).

Key findings demonstrate that Blockchain's immutable and transparent data handling capabilities significantly enhance the reliability and trustworthiness of DT data. The integration of AI with DTs facilitates predictive maintenance and optimization of building operations by providing real-time data analytics and automated decision-making processes. However, the study acknowledges substantial barriers, including the compatibility issues and the fragmented implementation of these technologies in the operation and maintenance (O&M) phase of building facilities throughout ALM.

To address these challenges, a conceptual framework and platform prototype were developed, showcasing practical solutions for integrating these technologies into Building Management Systems (BMS). The proposed framework emphasizes real-time data tracking, secure data storage, and automated maintenance task execution, leading to increased operational efficiency and cost savings.

This research contributes to the body of knowledge by providing a structured approach to integrating advanced technologies into BMS, highlighting the practical implications and sustainability benefits. The findings underscore the importance of stakeholder engagement and the need for continuous technological adaptation to realize the full potential of smart assetmanagement in the built environment.

Abstract [sv]

Den snabba utvecklingen av byggnadsförvaltningssystem kräver integration av avancerade digitala teknologier för att förbättra driftseffektivitet, datasäkerhet och prediktivt underhåll. Denna avhandling utforskar potentialen och implementeringsutmaningarna med att integrera avancerade teknologier, nämligen Blockchain, Digitala tvillingar (DTs), Artificiell Intelligens (AI) och Internet of Things (IoT) inom den smarta byggda miljön. Genom en systematisk översikt av aktuell litteratur och empirisk analys presenterar denna forskning ett omfattande ramverk för synergistisk tillämpning av dessa störande teknologier, med fokus på deras inverkan på Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM).

Huvudfynden visar att Blockchains oföränderliga och transparenta datahantering avsevärt förbättrar tillförlitligheten och trovärdigheten hos DT-data. Integrationen av AI med DTs underlättar prediktivt underhåll och optimering av byggnadsoperationer genom att tillhandahålla realtidsdataanalys och automatiserade beslutsprocesser. Studien erkänner dock betydande hinder, inklusive kompatibilitetsproblem och fragmenterad implementering av dessa teknologier i drift- och underhållsfasen (O&M) av byggnadsanläggningar under ALM.

För att ta itu med dessa utmaningar utvecklades ett konceptuellt ramverk och en prototypplattform som visar praktiska lösningar för att integrera dessa teknologier i fastighetsautomationssystem (BMS). Det föreslagna ramverket betonar spårning av data i realtid, säker datalagring och automatiserad utförande av underhållsuppgifter, vilket leder till ökad driftseffektivitet och kostnadsbesparingar.

Denna forskning bidrar till kunskapsbasen genom att tillhandahålla ett strukturerat tillvägagångssätt för att integrera avancerade teknologier i BMS, med fokus på de praktiska implikationerna och hållbarhetsfördelarna. Resultaten understryker vikten av intressentengagemang och behovet av kontinuerlig teknologianpassning för att realisera hela potentialen av smarttillgångshantering i den byggda miljön.

Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
Jönköping: Jönköping University, School of Engineering, 2024. p. 79
Series
JTH Dissertation Series ; 091
Keywords
Smart buildings, Digitalization, Asset Management, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Twin, Blockchain, Building Operation and Maintenance
National Category
Construction Management Computer Sciences
Identifiers
urn:nbn:se:hj:diva-66762 (URN)978-91-89785-15-1 (ISBN)978-91-89785-16-8 (ISBN)
Presentation
2024-10-24, E1405 (Gjuterisalen), Tekniska Högskolan, Jönköping, 10:00 (English)
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Available from: 2024-12-16 Created: 2024-12-16 Last updated: 2026-03-12Bibliographically approved

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