Intellectual Property Protection For 3D Printing Products Using Blockchain Technology in the Field of Industrial Design | ||||
| Benha Journal of Applied Sciences | ||||
| Volume 10, Issue 7, July 2025, Page 9-28 PDF (867.6 K) | ||||
| Document Type: Review Articles | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/bjas.2025.373789.1699 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
Asmaa Gamal Mohammed Elgez   1; Nermeen Kamel Elgedawy2; Osama Ali Elsayed Nada 1
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| 1Department of Industrial Design, Faculty of Applied Arts, Benha University | ||||
| 2Department of Industrial Design, Faculty of Applied Arts, Helwan University | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| This research examines the application of blockchain technology as a mechanism to augment intellectual property (IP) protection for three-dimensional (3D) printed products within the domain of industrial design. The escalating accessibility and decentralized nature of 3D printing technologies have intensified concerns regarding the unauthorized replication and dissemination of design files, thereby posing a considerable risk to the IP rights of designers and manufacturers. This study explores the potential of blockchain's intrinsic attributes—immutability, transparency, and decentralized architecture—to establish a secure and auditable framework for the management and protection of digital design assets. It investigates how blockchain-based solutions can provide verifiable provenance for 3D printable files, monitor their utilization and transfer, and automate licensing agreements through the implementation of smart contracts. Furthermore, the research analyzes the advantages of blockchain in deterring counterfeiting, streamlining the administration of IP rights, and fostering trust among designers, manufacturers, and consumers. By addressing the challenges of IP infringement within the context of 3D printing, this study contributes to the development of robust strategies for safeguarding innovation and promoting a secure ecosystem for the design and production of 3D printed products. The findings aim to provide insights into the feasibility and efficacy of blockchain technology in redefining IP protection mechanisms within the evolving landscape of digital manufacturing. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Blockchain technology; 3D printing; Additive Manufacturing; Intellectual Property; Industrial Design | ||||
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