A process algebra based framework for promise theory

TL;DR

This paper introduces a process algebra framework to formalize interactions and promises among computing devices, aiding in policy representation and conflict resolution, demonstrated through a transportation problem example.

Contribution

It presents a novel process algebra approach to model promises and interactions, enhancing formal reasoning in distributed systems.

Findings

Formalization of promise interactions using process algebra

Application to a transportation agreement scenario

Improved understanding of conflict resolution mechanisms

Abstract

We present a process algebra based approach to formalize the interactions of computing devices such as the representation of policies and the resolution of conflicts. As an example we specify how promises may be used in coming to an agreement regarding a simple though practical transportation problem.