Blockchain-enabled authentication platform for the protection of 3D printing intellectual property: a conceptual framework study

Hing Kai Chan, Min Guo, Fangli Zeng, Ying Chen, Tian Xiao, James Griffin

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Abstract

3D printing (3DP) has enjoyed rapid growth yet has also prompted ethical and social concerns. For example, the ability to print unethical objects and intellectual property (IP) infringement. This paper follows the dual-cycle information system design model and implements a multi-method to propose a blockchain-enabled digital platform solution to protect 3DP digital assets’ IP. It combines the advantages of patented watermarking technology and blockchain technology, including encryption, authentication, and transaction services of 3DP designs according to users’ needs. The platform may help promote the standardised development of the 3DP industry and the international digital assets’ IP protection process.

Original languageEnglish
Article number2180776
JournalEnterprise Information Systems
Volume17
Issue number11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023

Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • blockchain
  • conceptual platform framework
  • intellectual property rights

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Information Systems and Management

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