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Lux(λ) |光尘|空灵|GEB|May 17, 2025 02:08
Asymmetric Interaction P/NP Model: The Foundation of Complex Adaptive Cryptocurrency Systems The asymmetric interaction P/NP model plays a crucial role in building complex cryptocurrency systems with infinite parallel computing capabilities and high adaptability. This paper will start from the parallelization requirements of distributed account systems, deeply discuss the key role of P/NP model in transaction execution, and take Bitcoin as an example to explain how it uses this model to achieve self adaptability and concurrency. 1. Distributed account system is a necessary condition for infinite parallel computing The traditional centralized account system, like an atomic execution unit controlled by a single world state tree, requires all account operations to be executed sequentially. This inherent serialization severely restricts the system's throughput, making it difficult to meet the demands of large-scale concurrent transactions. In order to overcome this bottleneck, distributed account systems have emerged. In this model, each account is an independent atomic execution unit with independent attributes and states. This design enables parallel execution of operations related to each account, theoretically achieving unlimited concurrency potential. The key to building a truly decentralized distributed account system is to ensure the independence and uniqueness of ownership of each account. Asymmetric encryption technology plays a central role here. By mapping all attributes and states of a single account to the key of the asymmetric elliptic curve encryption algorithm, the atomicity of the key and account system can be ensured. Private key holders can independently control their accounts and initiate transactions without the need for centralized coordination, laying the foundation for parallel processing. The asymmetric P/NP model for transaction execution is the key to infinite parallelism and adaptive energy saving The key to achieving infinite parallelism and adaptive energy saving on the atomic basis of distributed account systems lies in the asymmetric P/NP model of transaction execution. This model considers the construction process of transactions as a computationally challenging NP (Non deterministic Polynomial time) problem, while the verification process of transactions is viewed as a P (Polynomial time) problem that can be completed in polynomial time. In specific implementation, individuals with account private keys are responsible for independently constructing transactions (NP solving), that is, creating transactions based on their own wishes and account status, including specifying inputs, outputs, and signatures. This process is entirely executed locally by the user, without the involvement of other nodes in the network. Subsequently, the constructed transaction needs to be verified by a notary system (such as blockchain). The verification process (P problem) is relatively simple and efficient, mainly including checking whether the transaction signature is valid, whether the input UTXO has not been spent, and whether the transaction structure complies with the protocol rules. Due to the fast verification process, the notary system can efficiently handle a large number of concurrent transaction verification requests. This asymmetric design of P/NP brings significant advantages: Avoiding redundant computation: The construction of each transaction only needs to be executed once by the relevant account holder, avoiding the repeated execution of the same computation by the entire network and greatly saving computing resources. Enhance parallel processing capability: Notary systems can focus on quickly verifying a large number of independently constructed transactions, thereby achieving a high degree of parallel processing capability. Implementing adaptive energy conservation: The construction process of transactions is executed locally by users and can be optimized based on their device performance and needs, thereby achieving energy conservation to a certain extent. 3. Bitcoin: A Successful Example of Asymmetric P/NP Model The reason why Bitcoin became the first successful decentralized cryptocurrency and has the potential for unlimited concurrency and adaptability is precisely due to its clever application of the asymmetric P/NP model mentioned above. The UTXO (Unspoken Transaction Output) model of Bitcoin is a typical representative of distributed account systems. Each UTXO is mapped one-to-one with one or more asymmetric encryption keys, forming an independent and indivisible atomic unit. The ownership of UTXO is completely controlled by the corresponding private key. The construction process of Bitcoin transactions perfectly embodies the asymmetric P/NP model: NP solving (transaction construction): When a user wants to spend the UTXO they own, they need to sign the transaction using their private key, specifying the UTXO to be spent and the receiving address. The process of constructing this transaction is entirely completed independently by the user and is an NP problem. P-verification (transaction verification): Miners and all nodes only need to verify whether the signature of the transaction matches the public key corresponding to the input UTXO after receiving a new transaction, and check whether the input UTXO has been spent. This verification process is a relatively fast P problem. In addition, Bitcoin's Lightning Network, as a Layer-2 extension scheme, further deepens the application of asymmetric P/NP models. The Lightning Network establishes a state channel off chain, allowing participants to conduct multiple fast and low-cost transactions, and only requires interaction with the main chain when the channel is opened and closed. The verification of off chain transactions is more lightweight, greatly improving the concurrency and efficiency of transactions. conclusion The P/NP model of asymmetric interaction is the core design principle for constructing complex adaptive cryptocurrency systems. By combining distributed account systems with asymmetric encryption technology and cleverly separating the construction and verification process of transactions into NP and P problems, the system can achieve high parallel processing capabilities, avoid redundant calculations, and lay the foundation for future adaptive optimization. The success of Bitcoin is a strong proof of the strong vitality of this model. Deeply understanding and applying this model will be the key to the development and innovation of cryptocurrency technology in the future.
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