A journey in applying blockchain for cyberphysical systems

TL;DR

This paper discusses the application of blockchain technology to cyberphysical systems, highlighting challenges, experiences, and future opportunities for decentralized solutions in complex, dynamic CPS environments.

Contribution

It provides practical insights and shares experiences on implementing blockchain in CPS, emphasizing challenges and future research directions.

Findings

Blockchain can enhance CPS security and decentralization

Applying blockchain to CPS involves domain-specific challenges

Future opportunities include scalable and efficient blockchain solutions for CPS

Abstract

Cyberphysical Systems (CPS) are transforming the way we interact with the physical world around us. However, centralised approaches for CPS systems are not capable of addressing the unique challenges of CPS due to the complexity, constraints, and dynamic nature of the interactions. To realize the true potential of CPS, a decentralized approach that takes into account these unique features is required. Recently, blockchain-based solutions have been proposed to address CPS challenges.Yet, applying blockchain for diverse CPS domains is not straight-forward and has its own challenges. In this paper, we share our experiences in applying blockchain technology for CPS to provide insights and highlight the challenges and future opportunities.