Industrial Control System State Monitor Using Blockchain Technology

Abstract

This paper introduces an innovative approach to enhance data verification and security in intelligent systems through the integration of blockchain technology. The proposed method amalgamates the transparency and decentralization inherent to blockchain with the command and oversight functionalities of PLC to ensure the utmost data integrity. The devised approach synergizes the decentralized attributes of blockchain with the control capabilities of PLCs, thus establishing robust safeguards for data integrity. Through the utilization of blockchain's tamper-resistant ledger, PLCs orchestrate data interactions and enforce real-time monitoring and control. The viability and efficacy of this innovative scheme are substantiated through empirical evaluations and simulations, conclusively affirming its practicality.