Innovative IoT Development
Darshan Pradeep Pandit, Manoj E. Patil · Journal of Computers Mechanical and Management · 2025
The rapid advancement of the Internet of Things (IoT) is reshaping industries by enabling seamless communication between devices, real-time data collection, and automation. Given the surge in IoT applications, challenges related to security, scalability, and interoperability have become increasingly critical. This study presents a state-of-the-art software engineering framework designed to address these limitations through the integration of blockchain technology and smart contracts. By leveraging the decentralized, immutable, and transparent nature of blockchain, the proposed framework enhances trust and security within IoT environments. Smart contracts, as secure, self-executing code, facilitate autonomous interactions between IoT devices without relying on centralized control. Additionally, the framework introduces novel strategies for optimizing resource management and data handling efficiency while improving system scalability across distributed networks. The synergistic use of blockchain and smart contracts not only resolves key IoT challenges but also contributes to the development of robust, efficient, and scalable IoT ecosystems. The framework is applicable across diverse domains, including healthcare, smart cities, supply chain management, and industrial automation, fostering innovative, self-governing IoT systems throughout their operational lifecycle.