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From the biplane propeller aircraft during World War I, to the monoplanes during World War II, to the large number of jet aircraft that appeared after World War II, the replacement of these generations not only included the upgrading of the body and parts design and structure, but also the replacement of materials.

The evolution and upgrading also played a vital role in promoting.

Take thrusters as an example.

When using propellers for propulsion, the requirements for engine performance are not that high. Even if there are one or two imperfections in the design, even if some power is lost, it will not hinder the operation of the aircraft. Including the materials used to make the engine and blades,

As long as it is strong enough, there is not much emphasis on other aspects.

When switching to jet flying, the requirements are completely different.

Not only does the structure need to be designed more accurately, with no room for error, but the materials used must also be upgraded accordingly. For example, the engine itself needs to use lighter materials as much as possible while ensuring that it is strong enough. And jets

The material used for the mouth must also have the performance index of high temperature resistance.

It is not difficult to see that the seemingly inconspicuous materials science is the basis for the development of all cutting-edge technologies. Only by making new breakthroughs in materials science can it be possible to develop more powerful new technologies.

Applied to spacecraft, this rule also applies.

"Hiss..." He asked Jarvis to do the calculations. When the results came out, Stark couldn't help but gasped when he saw the numbers on the screen.

"Sir, I think the cost of this solution is too high and not worth considering."

"Can't we reduce some more?" After pondering for a moment, Stark still felt a little reluctant: "How much can the total cost be reduced by eliminating those fancy parts, such as surround speakers, Jacuzzis, etc.?"

"The funds are mainly spent on the research and development of new materials. The ones you mentioned account for a very small proportion of the total cost and can be ignored." After stating this sentence, Jarvis repeated again: "In other words, even if we remove

Even without what you mentioned, the cost will not drop, it will probably remain at about the same level."

"In other words, we have to give up the idea of ​​developing a new formula ourselves?"

Without a direct answer, Jarvis listed some new data and gave a more intuitive response: "Using the existing formula and importing related materials from other planets, the cost can be reduced to about a quarter.

Calculated in other words, the cost of building this small spaceship is about 50 billion US dollars."

Using existing elements on the earth, the manufacturing performance meets the requirements, and is enough to be used to make various materials for spacecraft... Even with the assistance of Jarvis, the synthesis results can be simulated by building a data model, saving a lot of time

As well as the consumption of materials, the cost is also in the hundreds of billions.

This is only the most ideal result.

If you are unlucky and happen to skip the formula with the right proportions, you will always try on proportions that are impossible to produce results, and the cost may further increase.

At worst, the final research cost may even exceed one trillion.

Even if Stark Industries acquired a lot of alien technology, further expanded its size, and was far more efficient in collecting money than before, it would still be unable to withstand such a huge consumption in a short period of time.

After thinking for a moment, Stark could only sigh with regret: "Well, it seems that we can only rely on 'import' this time. Jarvis, help me calculate again, if from Asgard

How much does it cost to import materials? What I mean is, borrow Locke’s name and calculate the purchase price after discounts.”

"If you directly import finished products, the price is very cost-effective, and it will not exceed one million credit points at most." After a pause, Jarvis continued: "Converting based on currency purchasing power, we only need to provide goods worth three to five hundred million US dollars.

This will offset the cost.”

"Is it so cheap?" It was much lower than expected, and Stark was surprised again.

"The previous number was calculated on the premise that 'you develop the spacecraft engine yourself'. Just like the material formula just now, the funds are mainly consumed in the research and development process." Jarvis immediately gave an explanation: "If you directly

Ordering engines from Asgard and other accessories that cannot be manufactured by ourselves for the time being, just for the purpose of 'building a spaceship', the cost is actually not too high."

"Well……"

"After all, what Miss Lilima needs is just a small spaceship. According to the information brought back by Mr. Locke, this type of spacecraft is only entry-level, whether it is on Xandar or other planets that have entered the interstellar era.

The price is not much higher on the planet."

After all the calculations, it can be summed up in one sentence - if Stark wants to develop something on his own, the manufacturing cost will skyrocket. The more he insists on 'using earth technology', the final consumption will be higher.

will be bigger.

Faced with such analysis results, Stark had to fall into deep thought.

This thought took more than half an hour.

It wasn't until Jarvis reminded him again, "We have guests coming," that Stark woke up from his confusion and recovered his wandering thoughts.

"Rhode? Why is he here?"

"I don't know yet. However, I analyzed Colonel Rhodes's facial expression, and he seems to have something important." After answering this sentence, Jarvis continued: "He has arrived in the living room, and he needs to be informed to come down.

What?"

"No, I'd better go up." Waving his hand, Stark turned off the translucent screen suspended above the table and turned towards the elevator.

After several expansions, the laboratory located below the mansion has expanded several times.

Not only has the area increased, but the number of layers deeper underground has also doubled. At this moment, Stark is on the seventh underground floor, which is nearly a hundred meters away from the uppermost ground.

Of course, the reason why he didn't let Rhodes come down to the laboratory was not because of how far it was.

The key is still Rhodes' identity.

Although they are close friends, in the final analysis, Rhodes is still a colonel serving in the army. If he accidentally sees something when he comes here, and is questioned by his superiors with an order after he returns...

Not wanting to embarrass Rhodes, and not wanting to ruin his friendship with him, Stark simply cut off the source, not bothering to let Rhodes come over, lest he accidentally see something he shouldn't.

Taking the elevator, Stark quickly returned to the ground and appeared in front of his friends.

"Hi, buddy, long time no see~." Seeing Stark, Rhodes stepped forward and gave him a big hug: "How are you doing lately? Where is the little guy? Let me see~"