The integration of smart contracts within water distribution networks presents a transformative approach to addressing challenges in water management. In this context, we propose a pioneering tool aimed at streamlining the design and implementation of smart contracts tailored specifically to smart water distribution networks. This tool allows stakeholders to input essential parameters such as water sources, distribution points, consumption patterns, and contractual stipulations. Through the utilization of predefined templates and adaptable contract logic, the tool automates critical processes including water allocation, usage monitoring, and penalty imposition based on predefined criteria. Furthermore, seamless integration with blockchain technology ensures the security and integrity of contract execution. By addressing scalability, compliance, and regulatory considerations, this tool represents a significant advancement in empowering stakeholders to optimize water management practices through the deployment of efficient and transparent smart contracts.

A Tool to Facilitate the Design of Smart Contracts in Smart Water Distribution Networks / Amaxilatis, Dimitrios; Cattai, Tiziana; Garlisi, Domenico; Pagano, Antonino; Sarantakos, Themistoklis; Taloma, REDEMPTOR JR LACEDA; Vythoulka, Varvara; Chatzigiannakis, Ioannis; Zaroliagis, Christos. - (2024). (Intervento presentato al convegno 2024 IFIP Networking Conference (IFIP Networking) tenutosi a Salonicco, Grecia).

A Tool to Facilitate the Design of Smart Contracts in Smart Water Distribution Networks

Dimitrios Amaxilatis;Tiziana Cattai;Domenico Garlisi;Redemptor Jr Laceda Taloma;Ioannis Chatzigiannakis
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2024

Abstract

The integration of smart contracts within water distribution networks presents a transformative approach to addressing challenges in water management. In this context, we propose a pioneering tool aimed at streamlining the design and implementation of smart contracts tailored specifically to smart water distribution networks. This tool allows stakeholders to input essential parameters such as water sources, distribution points, consumption patterns, and contractual stipulations. Through the utilization of predefined templates and adaptable contract logic, the tool automates critical processes including water allocation, usage monitoring, and penalty imposition based on predefined criteria. Furthermore, seamless integration with blockchain technology ensures the security and integrity of contract execution. By addressing scalability, compliance, and regulatory considerations, this tool represents a significant advancement in empowering stakeholders to optimize water management practices through the deployment of efficient and transparent smart contracts.
2024
2024 IFIP Networking Conference (IFIP Networking)
smart meters, water supply, data analysis, smart contracts, blockchain, LoRaWAN, IoT, WDS, WDN
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A Tool to Facilitate the Design of Smart Contracts in Smart Water Distribution Networks / Amaxilatis, Dimitrios; Cattai, Tiziana; Garlisi, Domenico; Pagano, Antonino; Sarantakos, Themistoklis; Taloma, REDEMPTOR JR LACEDA; Vythoulka, Varvara; Chatzigiannakis, Ioannis; Zaroliagis, Christos. - (2024). (Intervento presentato al convegno 2024 IFIP Networking Conference (IFIP Networking) tenutosi a Salonicco, Grecia).
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