Understand the “Push-AM” feature of LND: Optimization of the channel configuration
When configuring a light network channel (LN) using the lightning node (LND), there is a common challenge when receiving payments and is directed through the network. A problem often found is that automatic instruments, including the autopilot for channel management, create zero balance channels both in the sender (payer) and in the recipient nodes.
This is where Push-ab-a more efficient configuration of the channels in the dynamic adjustment of the amount sent (AMT) to ensure that the channel has a sufficient balance. In this article, we will deepen what ‘Push-Am does when we open a channel in LND and explore its implications in the first payments.
Problem: Zero Remote Balance
Without adequate configuration for automatic instruments, it is possible that the sender’s node cannot create enough balance channels to facilitate payments. This can lead to delays in receiving funds or even to avoid the creation of new channels.
INTRODUCTION PUSH-AM
LND's "Push-Am" function allows you to manually adjust the amount sent (AMT) when creating a channel. When establishing this parameter, LND dynamically adjusts the balance in both nodes involved in the channel configuration process, ensuring that there are enough funds to pay payments.
When usingpush-am, you can specify an additional value to push with the knot distance, which will be added or low from the local balance. This adjustment is crucial when it comes to channels where one party has a greater amount than the other, as in cases where the sender has a higher payment.
How works push-song
Here is a breakdown step by step how “Push-Am” works:
- Creation of the initial channel : LND creates an initial channel without remote balance.
- Remote balance regulation : When creating a new channel, LND uses the
push-ab function to dynamically adjust the amount sent (AMT) based on the current remote balance of both knots involved in the process of configuration.
- Node hips update
: As the sender and the receiver send or receive funds, their local balances are updated accordingly.
- Adjust the channel balance : The remote balance of the channel is adjusted until it reaches a level that allows efficient payments.
Conclusion
The LND "Push-MT" function offers an effective solution to administer channels with an insufficient balance when automatic tools are used, such as the automatic pilot for channel administration. Through the dynamic adjustment of the amount sent (AMT) according to current remote balances, you can ensure that your local node has sufficient funds to facilitate payments.
In future articles and examples, we will explore how to optimize the channel configuration using "Push-Am" more detailed, as well as other good practices for channels with LND. If you have specific questions or need help with the implementationPush-Am, do not hesitate to ask!