Proof of Majority Block Consensus Method for Blockchain

The patent segments the block generation process into two distinct phases: (1) collaborative transaction gathering phase where nodes work together to collect and validate transactions, and (2) competitive block creation phase where nodes compete to generate the winning block. This segmentation allows the energy-intensive proof-of-work to be performed only once per block by the winning node, while other nodes contribute computational effort to transaction validation and propagation, thereby reducing overall network energy consumption while maintaining security.

The patent inverts the traditional proof-of-work model by having nodes collaborate rather than compete during the transaction gathering phase. Instead of all nodes independently performing proof-of-work attempts, nodes work together to build a pool of validated transactions, then compete only to select which transactions to include and in what order. This inversion transforms the competitive zero-sum game into a collaborative effort followed by a controlled competition, significantly reducing redundant computational work.

The patent segments node participation into different roles: collaborative nodes that gather and validate transactions (accessible to any node with minimal resources) and competitive nodes that attempt to create blocks (requiring higher computational power). This segmentation allows widespread decentralized participation in transaction validation while maintaining a competitive block creation mechanism, thereby preserving both decentralization and productivity.

The patent introduces a collaborative transaction pool as an intermediary mechanism between transaction submission and block creation. This intermediary pool serves as a shared resource that all nodes can contribute to and access, leveling the playing field for participation while the subsequent competitive phase determines block creation. The intermediary structure prevents direct resource competition from immediately determining network influence, thereby supporting democratization.

The patent implements preliminary collaborative action where nodes gather, validate, and propagate transactions into a shared pool before the competitive block creation phase begins. This preliminary action ensures that transactions are pre-validated and propagated across the network, so that when the competitive phase determines the winning block, the transactions are already verified and ready for inclusion. This eliminates the risk of losing unprocessed transactions due to competitive timing issues.

The patent maintains continuous useful action by having nodes simultaneously engage in transaction validation and propagation throughout the collaborative phase, rather than pausing while waiting for block creation. Nodes continuously contribute to the transaction pool and validate incoming transactions, ensuring that the processing pipeline remains active and complete throughout the entire block generation cycle, thereby maintaining both speed and reliability.