DefenseLedger – Blockchain-Powered Ammunition and Supply Chain

The security and transparency of ammunition management and distribution are one of the leading problems as military systems continue to grow in complexity. Existing systems are not equipped to mitigate security threats, provide access to unauthorized users, or monitor issues. Therefore, in this study, the concept of using blockchain, combined with the application of smart contracts, has been introduced to enable a more efficient and highly secure transaction of ammunition. The use of blockchain will lead to the fact that firearm sales and purchase operations are irreversible, free from any initiated changes, and invulnerable to counterfeiting. In this particular method, the implementation of the Ethereum decentralized platform, the Hardhat tool to deploy smart contracts, and the Metamask cryptocurrency wallet to carry out transactions secure the execution. Consequently, the idea not only reinforces the security area but also brings about a situation where regulations are automatically followed, i.e., without human intervention. The data collected reveal that this technique leads to the low occurrence of fraudulent activities, hacking, and mismanagement of ammunition, thus resulting in an increased and reliable tracking of ammunition.