Factor Analysis of Block Parameters and Their Impact on Transaction Latency in Hyperledger Fabric

• Ericksulino Manoel de Araújo Moura UFPI
• Glauber Dias Gonçalves UFPI
• Allan Edgard Silva Freitas IFBA
• André Soares UFPI

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/enucompi.2025.9593

Abstract

Blockchain technology offers robust and secure solutions for decentralized data management and is widely used in various industries. This study investigates the impact of BatchSize, BatchTimeout and Transaction Rate per Second (TPS) parameters on the performance of Hyperledger Fabric, using a 23 factorial experiment to explore how these variables influence transaction latency. The results indicate that BatchTimeout is the parameter that most affects latency, with the interaction between BatchSize and BatchTimeout also playing a significant role. These findings highlight the importance of properly tuning these parameters and understanding their interactions to optimize the performance of the Hyperledger Fabric network in high-volume transaction environments. The study emphasizes the need for precise and adaptive control of system settings to maximize transaction execution efficiency.

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