Author(s)

ChaoYue Song, YiLiang Han^*, XuGuang Wu

Affiliation(s)

College of Cryptography Engineering, Engineering University of PAP, Xi'an 710086, China.

Corresponding Author

YiLiang Han

ABSTRACT

Traditional command support systems face issues such as deficiencies in decision support, data silos, and risks of forgery and tampering, which significantly hinder the enhancement of combat effectiveness and support capabilities. The metaverse, through tools like visualization, immersive platforms, and scenario simulations, aids in decision-making. However, it is threatened by data security concerns and asset ownership issues. Fortunately, blockchain technology offers a higher level of trust and security for the metaverse, serving as a foundational technology to address its shortcomings while effectively facilitating data flow and integration, thus eliminating data silos. Based on a needs analysis, this paper proposes a command support system model integrating the metaverse and blockchain. It provides a detailed description of the model's construction and briefly introduces the challenges and solutions associated with this integration. This work offers valuable insights for aligning future intelligent equipment supply support needs with the demands of modern warfare.

KEYWORDS

Metaverse; Blockchain; Command support; Military application 

CITE THIS PAPER

ChaoYue Song, YiLiang Han, XuGuang Wu. A command support model based on blockchain and the metaverse. Multidisciplinary Journal of Engineering and Technology. 2024, 1(1): 43-50. DOI: 10.61784/mjet3009.

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