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Zhou Cheng explained the basic principles of heavy nuclear fusion directional bombs to Qingwen with hand-drawn diagrams. After listening, Qingwen said:

"The basic principle is similar to what I guessed before. After all, under the premise that antimatter cannot be produced in large quantities, this configuration is already the optimal solution from the perspective of the balance between yield and miniaturization of heavy nuclear fusion bombs."

"I estimate that a considerable amount of cobalt was added to the structure in order to increase the after-effects and deterrence effect. This will make the area hit by this bomb extremely radioactive for a long time." Zhou

Cheng said.

"I think so, but this configuration doesn't seem to have any flaws?" Qingwen still didn't understand what Zhou Cheng meant.

Zhou Cheng said while zooming in on a certain area on the holographic projection:

"From the perspective of the configuration of the bomb warhead, not only are there no flaws, but there are also some ingenious designs in it. But you see, this is the core triggering device of the bomb.

It is like a nanoscale switch. If it receives the quantum communication signal from the Sentinel Pen or detects abnormal space-time distortion at the top of the tower, the switch will be turned on. The detonation signal will be sent to the fuse, and the bomb will explode.

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Qingwen frowned slightly as she looked at the series of etched circuit board-like lines:

"Well, I can understand this. Double ignition ensures that the bomb can be activated when needed, or when someone tries to destroy the top of the tower. The simple structure of the initiating switch should be to ensure the excellent reliability of the initiating system. After all,

There is no room for error in this feature.”

Zhou Cheng called up a diagram of the top of the crystal tower and said:

"It seems that there is no problem for them separately, but the entire fusion bomb is placed on the top of the sentry tower. Both the outer wall of the weapons bay on the top of the tower and the shell of the bomb are made of a high-density material.

This kind of high-density material that can monitor space-time distortion will allow some particles to enter only in one direction and cannot get out. If factors such as the decay of heavy elements themselves, air showers, cosmic rays, etc. are included, the gap between the switches will sooner or later

Filled with accumulated charged particles."

Qingwen was shocked:

"In other words, it is possible that the heavy nuclear fusion bomb on the sentry tower will explode on its own?"

Zhou Cheng1 waved his hand and turned off all the projections:

"It's not possible, but it will definitely happen. We have to talk to the commander-in-chief."

Zhou Cheng and Qingwen rushed to the Eternal Palace at the end of the Bridge of Time and Space. When they came to the hall, they saw a strange scene.

Several gorgeously dressed people, standing or sitting with exquisite utensils in their hands, gathered motionlessly in the center of the hall. But the commander-in-chief was doing something in a dark box with a curtain not far in front of them.

He knew Zhou Cheng and Qingwen were coming, but he just told them to wait.

After a while, the commander-in-chief walked out of the dark box. He held a piece of drawing paper with drawn lines in his hand and walked to Zhou Cheng with a smile on his face:

"Now I finally understand why the paintings of European realist painters one or two thousand years ago were so exquisite, but almost all of them were left-handed.

They used the small hole imaging principle of the camera obscura behind me to project the mirror image of the real picture onto the drawing paper. Then they drew outlines according to the image, so the characters drawn were all left-handed. Although there is a suspicion of cheating

.But it is also another form of art, worthy of study and exploration by future generations like us,"

Seeing the commander-in-chief admiring his mirror painting with great energy, Zhou Cheng was anxious. Qingwen gently touched Zhou Cheng's hand and said:

"Dear Commander, we have something very important to report to you."

The commander turned back and gave a look, and those who were motionless relaxed. Then he put the drawing paper on the long table next to him:

"You guys tell me."

After Zhou Cheng explained his findings to the commander-in-chief, the commander-in-chief was unusually calm. He still looked at his painting with only lines and said lightly:

"I know the situation you are talking about. The Sentinel system was designed more than four centuries ago. In the years that followed, an engineer also discovered this small flaw. However, after discussion, everyone agreed that there was no need to deal with it.

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Zhou Cheng was shocked:

"It's not necessary? This is too..." Zhou Cheng consciously sounded a little excited, and then adjusted his emotions and continued:

"Can I talk to the current engineer?"

The commander shook his head:

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"There was no such position of engineer two centuries ago. Because all systems can run for more than 10 centuries under the periodic maintenance of AI, engineers are unnecessary. I can't force anyone to do such boring and unnecessary work."

Results work.”

"But do you know that if this flaw is left unchecked, one day the inevitable result will be that a heavy nuclear fusion directed bomb will detonate independently, which will bring destruction!" Zhou Cheng became excited again.

The commander slowly traced his finger across his painting, with a hint of displeasure in his tone:

"Professor Zhou, I think you still have a biased view of me. I can forgive your reckless attitude. After all, you are a person worthy of respect. But please don't forget that I am also a physicist. What did you just say?

I know the situation very clearly, and I have done rigorous mathematical derivation.

Because high-density materials cause internal particle accumulation, the period of false triggering of the fuse is between 800 and 1,000 years. By that time, the atomic industrial revolution will be complete. The Sentinel system will be dismantled, so this flaw is not fatal."

Zhou Cheng snorted coldly:

"Hmph, have you ever considered bombardment of high-energy particles from outer galaxies or other unpredictable extreme events? In that case, this cycle may be greatly shortened."

The commander glanced at Zhou Cheng, his eyes already filled with anger, but his tone remained calm:

"You also said that it was an extreme event and there is a probability. Moreover, such an event will not directly trigger the bomb fuse, but will shorten the safety period of false triggering. If it does happen, we will have time to deal with it."

"Then why not deal with it in advance? This problem can be completely solved by replacing only one small device that triggers the system, and other equipment does not need to be touched at all. This is not a big project, and I have already replaced the device.

It’s designed.” Zhou Cheng argued.

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The commander-in-chief turned to look at Zhou Cheng deeply, and spoke in a more serious tone:

"A simple solution that permanently eliminates a small chance of a non-fatal flaw, you know that. But what you don't know is that large-scale adjustments to the Sentinel system require more than just my approval.

This is related to all civilizations on the earth. It is necessary to seek the opinions of other civilizations, consider the deterrence balance during the transition period, public opposition, etc. It is not as simple as changing a device.

You have to know that the most precious things on earth now are delicate balance and peaceful life. What I need to ensure is that before the arrival of the atomic industrial revolution, there will be as few, and preferably no, disturbances as possible."

Looking at Zhou Chengyi, he was speechless and Qingwen said:

"But Professor Zhou is also doing this for the sake of the stability of the Eternal City."

The commander-in-chief looked at Zhou Cheng, and the anger in his eyes disappeared a bit:

"Of course I know, otherwise I don't need to explain so much. Professor Zhou, I have also seen your research results some time ago. You have used your wisdom and hard work to make a great contribution to the early arrival of the atomic industrial revolution. This

It is the blessing of the Eternal City and the blessing of all civilizations.

From this point of view, I admire you very much. What you have brought us is not only the advance time of the atomic industrial revolution, but also the spirit of exploration that is lacking in our era.

But I also want to remind you that it is not wrong to wait quietly for the known future as you are now. Moreover, it is already the inertia of everyone’s life. It is difficult and unnecessary to change.”

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Zhou Cheng's frown gradually relaxed, and his tightly clenched fists relaxed.

"I'm really sorry, Commander. Please understand that the scholars of our time are a bit bookish. It's because I didn't think carefully enough."

The commander-in-chief smiled and walked towards Zhou Cheng:

"Professor Zhou, you don't have to blame yourself like this. You are one of the founders of the era, and it is our responsibility and honor to let you embrace this new era."