Decentralized Multi-Robot Systems Using Blockchain and New Distributed Ledger Technologies

Abstract

The effectiveness of distributed ledger technology (DLTs), in particular blockchain, in improving the security and administration of massive distributed systems made up of independent agents is examined in this research. It looks at how these technologies are making the leap from lab settings to practical robotics uses. Recently, solutions that are resilient to sporadic connectivity and provide scalable frameworks for managed or permissioned networks have been presented, despite persistent concerns over scalability and practical implementation. While highlighting the numerous applications in which DLTs facilitate multi-robot systems, the paper also points out that the majority of research on open, permissionless blockchains is only applicable to a small number of robotics applications. As an alternative, the emphasis is now on permissioned blockchains and creative DLT architectures, which are propelling adoption in more conventional and industrial sectors.