An Edge-Supported Blockchain-Based Secure Authentication Method and a Cryptocurrency-Based Billing System for P2P...

Area of Science:

• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Sustainable Energy Systems

Background:

• Increasing electric vehicle (EV) adoption necessitates scalable charging infrastructure.
• Current EV charging station availability struggles to meet growing demand.
• Peer-to-peer (P2P) models offer a potential solution for decentralized charging.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design a secure and efficient P2P network for electric vehicle charging.
• To leverage blockchain technology for authenticating charging stations and users.
• To establish a robust payment and reputation system for enhanced service quality.

Main Methods:

• Development of a blockchain-based management system for network nodes.
• Implementation of a cryptocurrency payment system for secure transactions.
• Integration of a reputation management system and edge servers for performance optimization.
• System simulation using virtual machines and theoretical cost analysis for real-world viability.

Main Results:

• A functional prototype of the blockchain-based P2P EV charging network was implemented.
• The proposed system ensures transaction security, integrity, transparency, and immutability.
• Theoretical analysis indicates compatibility and provides cost estimations for practical deployment.

Conclusions:

• The blockchain-enabled P2P charging network offers a viable solution to EV infrastructure gaps.
• The system enhances user trust through secure transactions and reputation management.
• The proposed model supports the sustainable growth of electric mobility.