Peer-to-Peer Robot Authorization for Decentralized Command Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
In complex and dynamic environments like ad hoc networks, traditional client-server communication structures become impractical due to the independent entry and exit of entities, necessitating a more decentralized yet logically centralized communication approach.
Innovation Solution
A system allowing first and second network entities to communicate in a peer-to-peer manner, while being physically decentralized but logically centralized, with components like reception, validation, and grant components facilitating autonomous robot operations through blockchain-based security mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a centralized server structure is used for client-server communication, then communication coordination is simplified, but the system becomes impractical in ad hoc environments where entities enter and leave independently
Solution Approach 1:
The centralized server functionality is segmented and distributed across multiple peer entities in the network. Each entity can independently perform authorization and communication functions, eliminating the single point of failure while maintaining coordinated operation through peer-to-peer interactions.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of having entities communicate through a centralized server (client-server model), the patent inverts the approach by enabling direct peer-to-peer communication where entities can independently establish and maintain communication channels, making the system adaptable to dynamic ad hoc environments.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a peer-to-peer communication structure is implemented, then adaptability to dynamic environments improves, but maintaining logical centralization and security becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
Each peer entity in the network is equipped with universal functionality to perform authorization, validation, and security functions that were previously centralized. This multi-functionality allows any entity to assume the role of a coordinator when needed, maintaining logical centralization without requiring a physical centralized server.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces blockchain technology as an intermediary layer that provides decentralized consensus and security mechanisms. This intermediary enables peer entities to trustlessly validate each other and maintain security without complex peer-to-peer authentication protocols.
3Extent of automation
If autonomous robot operations are enabled without centralized control, then operational independence and flexibility improve, but cybersecurity and authorization validation become more challenging
Solution Approach 1:
Authorization for autonomous robot operations is granted in advance through digital certificates and cryptographic keys before the robots operate independently. This preliminary authorization enables autonomous operation while maintaining security, as robots can prove their authority without real-time centralized validation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses cryptographic copies (digital certificates and signatures) to validate robot identities and authorizations. Instead of requiring physical or centralized verification, secure copies of authorization data are transmitted and validated through cryptographic means, enabling autonomous operation with maintained security.
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AI summary
Various embodiments that pertain to network functions are described. A network can be an ad hoc network that function with peer-to-peer communications. The network can be physically decentralized, yet logically centralized. Various functions can be practiced within this network environment. In one example, a provider can provide an authorization to a robot by way of a peer-to-peer communication. The robot can validate the authorization and practice what is authorized in response to the authorization being validated. This authorization can be to perform a function autonomously for a defined length of time.