RADIX Technical Architecture
Explore the advanced technical foundations of the RADIX protocol that powers our tokenization platform
Core Technical Components
Cerberus Consensus
Cerberus is RADIX's breakthrough consensus mechanism that improves upon traditional Proof-of-Stake by introducing a unique sharded approach:
- Linearly scalable throughput that achieves 1.4 million transactions per second
- Dramatically reduced energy consumption compared to Proof-of-Work
- Byzantine Fault Tolerant (BFT) design that ensures safety and liveness guarantees
- Cross-shard consensus with parallel transaction processing
- Low finality time of 1-2 seconds for transaction confidence
Scrypto Language
RADIX's innovation extends to its smart contract language, Scrypto, designed specifically for DeFi and asset tokenization:
- Asset-oriented design that treats tokens as first-class citizens
- Blueprint-based architecture that separates logic from state
- Built on Rust for memory safety and performance
- Transaction manifest system for maximum security
- FSM (Finite State Machine) paradigm for predictable behavior
- Formal verification capabilities
Component-Based Architecture
Unlike other blockchains that use accounts and smart contracts, RADIX innovates with a component model:
- Components as secure, modular building blocks
- Native resource definition for asset tokenization
- Built-in composability across the entire ecosystem
- Dynamic authorization and rule enforcement
- On-chain metadata system for token information
- Package/Blueprint system for developer code reuse
Radix Engine
The core Virtual Machine that powers the RADIX platform with unique capabilities:
- ASSET-oriented (not byte-oriented) virtual machine
- Runtime that enforces Scrypto security guarantees
- Deterministic, stable application platform
- Atomic composability across all DeFi operations
- State transition system with predictable outcomes
- Royalty system for sustainable developer incentives
// Example Scrypto Blueprint for tokenizing a real estate asset
blueprint RealEstateToken {
// State fields
struct RealEstateToken {
// Vault containing the administrative badge
admin_badge: Vault,
// Information about the property
property_metadata: PropertyMetadata,
// The tokenized real estate
real_estate_resource: ResourceAddress,
// Vault containing collected fees
collected_fees: Vault
}
// Property information
struct PropertyMetadata {
property_id: String,
location: String,
square_footage: Decimal,
construction_year: u32,
property_type: PropertyType
}
enum PropertyType {
Residential,
Commercial,
Industrial,
Land
}
// Create a new tokenized real estate asset
pub fn instantiate(
property_id: String,
location: String,
square_footage: Decimal,
construction_year: u32,
property_type: PropertyType,
fractions: Decimal
) -> (ComponentAddress, Bucket) {
// Implementation details...
}
// Methods for dividend distribution, compliance, and governance...
}
RADIX Network Specifications
| Specification | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus | Cerberus | BFT-based, sharded PoS consensus |
| Throughput | 1.4M TPS | Theoretical maximum across shards |
| Finality | 1-2 seconds | Time until transaction is confirmed |
| Smart Contract | Scrypto | Asset-oriented language based on Rust |
| Token Standard | Native | First-class tokens within the protocol |
| Architecture | Component-based | Modular design for composability |
| Validator Nodes | 100+ | Growing validator set |
| XRD Token | Native | Used for fees and staking |
Asset Tokenization Technical Features
Native Token Logic
RADIX allows assets to have built-in rules enforced at the protocol level:
- Token behavior enforced by the network itself
- Transfer, burning, and minting restrictions configurable
- Compliance rules tied directly to tokens
- Automatic enforcement without gas-expensive code
Metadata System
Comprehensive on-chain metadata capabilities for tokenized assets:
- Immutable asset properties (legal documents, asset specifications)
- Mutable asset data (valuations, performance metrics)
- IPFS/Arweave integration for document storage
- Standardized metadata schemas for interoperability
Multi-Sig Governance
Advanced governance tools for tokenized asset management:
- Tiered multi-signature requirements
- Role-based access control mechanisms
- Time-locked execution functions
- Threshold-based approvals
- On-chain voting for token holders
Token Economics Features
Built-in functionality for advanced token economics:
- Automatic fee distribution systems
- Royalty frameworks for ongoing revenue
- Conditional transfer logic (regulation, timing)
- Programmable vesting and distribution schedules
- Locking/staking capabilities for participation