Towards Data-Driven and Human-Centric Intelligent Manufacturing Through the Integration of AI, IoT, and Blockchain

The transformation to Industry 5.0 is driving manufacturing to adopt a more intelligent, adaptive, and humanized approach through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Blockchain. This chapter proposes an integrative framework of the three technologies, which makes AI the center of analytics and decision-making, IoT the nervous system that collects data in real-time, and Blockchain the foundation of trust through secure and transparent data recording. This approach not only improves operational efficiency, predictivity, and product personalization, but also supports sustainability and industry ethics. Case studies such as predictive maintenance, mass customization, and supply chain visibility demonstrate the effectiveness of this integration in the field. The chapter also details implementation challenges as well as future trends, such as federated learning and quantum-resistant Blockchain. Overall, this framework provides strategic direction for a resilient, adaptive, and people-oriented manufacturing ecosystem.