Enhancing Tunnel Safety for Dangerous Goods Vehicles through Blockchain-Based Time-Stamping

Abstract

In this study, we explore the potential of integrating blockchain technology and cryptographic primitives such as Schnorr signatures and Pedersen commitments, via a Stamp and Extend scheme, in order to develop a trusted and reliable timestamping system. Our proposed architecture aims to facilitate the safe and reliable platooning of dangerous goods vehicles in C-ITS enabled tunnels. We have implemented a proof-of-concept on the Ethereum platform, demonstrating the feasibility and survivability of our proposed architecture. A series of performance experiments further underscore the potential of our system, reinforcing its value in fostering secure and trusted coordination of dangerous goods transport in connected vehicle tunnels.