Discover the 3 key benefits of a modular DP infrastructure

IoTeX recently introduced a revolutionary approach to decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePins) known as modular DePins infrastructure.

This innovation aims to redefine the creation and functionality of Web3 technologies. Compared to traditional infrastructure, it provides a more efficient and cost-effective model.

How a modular DP infrastructure solves the pain points of startups

The increase in DPin launches shows that demand for this technology is growing. However, many face obstacles, such as limited funding and technical challenges, slowing their progress. To combat these issues, the modular DPin infrastructure provides a flexible, community-driven framework.

In a social media post, IoTeX described three main benefits of this modular infrastructure – it's cost-effective, allows the community to capture more value, and improves collaboration. These ready-made modules solve technical problems and enable quick and cost-effective product launches. Decentralizing each module, the community holds great value, strengthening the entire DP ecosystem.

“Enough! Modular DPinfra is not only efficient – it's conducive to community development and collaborative success,” says Render Network, supporting IoT's vision.

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This infrastructure enables the integration of custom applications through various modules. These include hardware abstraction, connectivity, serialization, data availability, long-term storage, off-chain computing, blockchain, identity and governance. Developers can select and combine these modules according to the specific needs of their project, providing unparalleled adaptability.

One of the main advantages of this system is community ownership. Different teams develop and maintain each module, fostering a shared ownership model. This setup creates a marketplace where developers can choose the modules that are best for their applications, encouraging a module-based economy.

Moreover, the flexibility of the modular system supports the development of a wide range of DP applications. These include sensor networks that monetize physical data, various wireless technologies that monetize bandwidth, and communication networks that provide decentralized computing resources.

Modular DP infrastructure applications

Notable Depin projects such as DIMO, Hivemapper (HONEY) and WeatherXM in sensor networks, as well as Helium, NODL and Wicrypt (WNT) exemplify the successful implementation of this modular infrastructure in communication networks. In addition, computing resources are monetized through platforms such as Render Network (RNDR) and Akash Network (AKT), demonstrating the broad benefits of a modular approach.

The communication module specifically explores wireless communication methods to improve communication in Web3 networks. Technologies such as Bluetooth, LoRaWAN, WiFi and 5G have been incorporated into various projects and expanded the capabilities of these networks.

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In addition, the series and data delivery modules have been adapted from existing solutions to better suit DPin applications. Long-term storage solutions such as Filecoin (FIL) and Arweave (AR) play a critical role in meeting the storage needs of these applications. While blockchain platforms such as Ethereum (ETH), IoTeX and Solana (SOL) provide the necessary infrastructure for development.