Satellites

Satellites handle critical tasks like managing data locations, assigning storage jobs, and ensuring the smooth operation of the network.

Satellites are specialized nodes that manage metadata, coordinate network operations and ensure overall system integrity.

Satellite Responsibilities

1. Metadata Management

Store file locations and access permissions.

Manage user account information.

2. Network Coordination

Assign storage tasks to appropriate nodes.

Monitor node health and performance.

3. Audit Coordination

Initiate and verify storage proofs.

Manage node reputation scores.

4. Smart Contract Management

Deploy and monitor storage contracts.

Handle payments and disputes.

Satellite Architecture

graph TD
    A[API Gateway] --> B[Load Balancer]
    B --> C[Metadata Service]
    B --> D[Node Manager]
    B --> E[Audit Service]
    B --> F[Contract Service]
    C --> G[(Metadata DB)]
    D --> H[(Node Registry)]
    E --> I[(Audit Logs)]
    F --> J[(Blockchain)]