18073456. VEHICLE DIGITAL KEY MANAGEMENT ON A BLOCKCHAIN simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
Contents
- 1 VEHICLE DIGITAL KEY MANAGEMENT ON A BLOCKCHAIN
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 VEHICLE DIGITAL KEY MANAGEMENT ON A BLOCKCHAIN - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Blockchain-Based Vehicle Management System
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
VEHICLE DIGITAL KEY MANAGEMENT ON A BLOCKCHAIN
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Vladimir Stefanovski of Windsor (CA)
Karl Nathan Clark of Belleville MI (US)
Zoheb Mohammed of Farmington Hills MI (US)
VEHICLE DIGITAL KEY MANAGEMENT ON A BLOCKCHAIN - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18073456 titled 'VEHICLE DIGITAL KEY MANAGEMENT ON A BLOCKCHAIN
Simplified Explanation
This patent application describes a system for storing vehicle data, owner information, and operator details on a blockchain. The system includes smart contracts that can be executed to control the usage of the vehicle based on customizable permissions.
- The system includes a blockchain, a streaming service for real-time event data, and a virtual machine embedded in the blockchain for executing contracts.
- Instructions stored in memory generate a digital key for the vehicle operator, controlling access to the vehicle and its functionalities based on smart contracts.
- Data of the vehicle, owner, and operator is securely stored on the blockchain.
Key Features and Innovation
- Storage of vehicle, owner, and operator data on a blockchain.
- Smart contracts for controlling vehicle usage based on customizable permissions.
- Real-time event data streaming service.
- Digital key generation for vehicle operators.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in the automotive industry for secure and efficient management of vehicles, owners, and operators. It can also be used in fleet management systems and rental services.
Problems Solved
- Secure storage of vehicle data on a tamper-proof blockchain.
- Efficient control of vehicle usage through smart contracts.
- Streamlining access management for vehicle operators.
Benefits
- Enhanced security and privacy for vehicle data.
- Customizable control over vehicle usage.
- Real-time monitoring and management of vehicle operations.
Commercial Applications
- "Blockchain-Based Vehicle Management System for Enhanced Security and Control"
- This technology can be commercialized for automotive companies, fleet management services, and rental car businesses to improve operational efficiency and security.
Prior Art
No prior art information available at the moment.
Frequently Updated Research
No frequently updated research available at the moment.
Questions about Blockchain-Based Vehicle Management System
How does this technology improve security in vehicle management?
This technology enhances security by storing data on a tamper-proof blockchain and controlling access through smart contracts.
What are the potential applications of this system beyond the automotive industry?
This system can also be applied in fleet management, rental services, and other industries requiring secure and efficient access control for vehicles.
Original Abstract Submitted
Methods and systems are provided for storing vehicle, vehicle owner, and vehicle operator data on a blockchain, the data including smart contracts that may be executed to control a usage of the vehicle via customizable permissions. In an embodiment, a vehicle management system comprises a blockchain; a streaming service configured to provide event data in real time to a contract executing virtual machine (VM) embedded in the blockchain; and a non-transitory memory storing instructions that when executed by a processor of the vehicle management system, cause the vehicle management system to generate a digital key for an operator of a vehicle of the vehicle management system, the digital key controlling access to the vehicle and/or a use of one or more functionalities of the vehicle by the operator, based on one or more smart contracts; and store data of the vehicle, the owner, and the operator on the blockchain.
