Post-Scarcity Resource Allocation is a theoretical framework for managing the distribution of resources, particularly energy and matter, in an autonomous manner across a civilization. It aims to eliminate currency as a means of exchange by integrating real-time thermodynamic accounting with global demand sensors.
It addresses inefficiencies in traditional economic systems by reducing transaction costs and eliminating market fluctuations, which can lead to shortages or surpluses of essential resources.
The system operates through real-time thermodynamic accounting, which tracks resource usage and availability. This data is integrated with global demand sensors that provide up-to-date information on where resources are needed most. Autonomous systems then allocate these resources based on the current needs of the users or regions without the need for currency.
The manufacturing process involves developing advanced sensors, computational infrastructure, and autonomous systems. These components must be robust enough to handle real-time data processing at a global scale.
The build process includes designing the hardware for sensor networks and computing nodes, programming the algorithms for thermodynamic accounting and resource allocation, and integrating these systems with existing infrastructure.
Field units draw low hundreds of watts; fabrication is energy-intensive due to vacuum baking. Overall operational power requirements are moderate but could be optimized with advancements in power efficiency technologies.
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