What is it about?
We introduce DS4H, a geographically distributed and decentralized research network dedicated to the development and testing of blockchain technologies. The paper outlines the need for a physical test network to provide a realistic environment for evaluating blockchain applications (DAPPs), overcoming limitations of cloud-based testbeds and simulators. The DS4H network prioritizes sustainability, utilizing low-cost devices and energy-efficient consensus protocols like RAFT. The paper details three key components of DS4H: 1. Decentralized Network: Comprising nodes across diverse locations, enabling realistic testing scenarios and system scalability evaluation. 2. Chainex Workbench: A user-friendly web-based platform streamlining the deployment and testing of smart contracts for developers. 3. Decentralized Governance Model: Ensuring the network's sustainability through a consortium of institutions, guided by a usage policy and automated management via smart contracts.
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Why is it important?
● Addresses Testing Gaps: DS4H fills a crucial gap by offering a realistic testing environment for DAPPs, going beyond the limitations of simulators and cloud-based testbeds. ● Promotes Decentralized Technologies: The network provides a dedicated space for research and development, fostering innovation in blockchain and decentralized applications. ● Sustainable and Accessible: DS4H's use of low-cost devices and energy-efficient protocols makes it a sustainable platform, increasing accessibility for researchers and developers.
Perspectives
We highlight the potential impact of DS4H on the development and adoption of blockchain technologies, emphasizing its role in the following: ● Facilitating Collaboration: By offering a shared platform, DS4H encourages collaboration among researchers and developers, potentially leading to faster advancements. ● Reducing Development Costs: The availability of a dedicated testbed can help reduce development costs and time, making it easier for developers to create and launch DAPPs. ● Building Trust and Transparency: The decentralized nature of DS4H and its use of blockchain technology align with the core principles of transparency and trust, which are essential for wider adoption of decentralized solutions.
Dr. Enis Karaarslan
Mugla Sitki Kocman Universitesi
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This page is a summary of: Forming a decentralized research network: DS4H, TURKISH JOURNAL OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCES, February 2022, The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK-ULAKBIM) - DIGITAL COMMONS JOURNALS,
DOI: 10.3906/elk-2105-167.
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