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The analysis is still continuing. After all, there is no report yet on hypersonic missiles. But at this time, the introduction of weapon performance has begun to gradually change to the aspect of intelligence leakage. Engineers were most worried about this kind of thing happening. After all, the weapons and equipment they worked so hard to develop were finally found to be used as wedding clothes for the enemy.

But apart from the CIA, there is definitely a need for internal self-examination. At least no opportunity should be missed. Maybe even the two of them are under serious suspicion at this time.

Now we must report hypersonic weapons to the president. After all, this is also a good opportunity to win research and development funds.

During the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, the focus of research and development was very different. The Soviet Union believed that nuclear missiles could solve everything, so it could get more funding for missile and nuclear weapons projects. As for the United States, fighter jets and aircraft carriers may receive more resources. Although the U.S. economy is much better than the Soviet Union, and it has invested a lot in missiles.

But overall, it is definitely not as good as others. So the final result is naturally much worse than that of the Soviets. But as a missile expert, he especially focuses on the field of hypersonic missiles. Of course I want to make a breakthrough. It’s hard to make a meal without rice; if the White House agrees to increase investment in research and development, Congress will naturally pass it.

The missile expert said very seriously: "Hypersonic missile refers, in a broad sense, to missiles with a maximum speed exceeding Mach 5. The maximum speed of most ballistic missiles also exceeds Mach 5, which is considered a hypersonic missile in a broad sense."

"The Soviet Union is already ahead of us in the field of missiles. Therefore, the speed at which it develops hypersonics is naturally faster than ours."

After all, Reagan was not a military expert, and he had only a vague understanding of what he heard. So I asked: "What is the obvious difference between hypersonic missiles and ballistic missiles? Why do they sound similar to me?"

This is normal, not to mention the president who is an actor. Maybe many military experts are not very clear. After all, hypersonic missiles are still just a concept. No one has seen it, everything is based on imagination and theoretical values ​​derived from data analysis.

Missile expert: "An intercontinental ballistic missile can even reach Mach 25 in its terminal flight speed. It is considered a hypersonic missile in a broad sense. But the hypersonic missile proposed by Bao Zixuan is only a hypersonic missile in a narrow sense. It is used to penetrate defenses and attack the ground. It focuses on strike, mainly flying in the atmosphere; the maximum speed exceeds Mach 5, even above Mach 20, and can implement large-scale maneuvers. It relies on its ultra-high flight speed and super maneuverability to avoid the interception of enemy anti-aircraft missiles, and It is difficult for traditional ballistic missiles to achieve large maneuvers during flight."

"There are also ballistic missiles whose trajectories are relatively fixed and can be intercepted by anti-missile systems. But hypersonic missiles in a narrow sense have terminal trajectories, and even the launcher does not know the specific route; therefore there is no way to intercept them, at least currently Technology definitely can’t do it.”

"The interception success rate is at most one in 10,000, or even smaller."

Although I don’t understand it very well, I don’t need to understand everything. As long as you know who can develop him and the strategic effects that can be achieved, it is enough.

Reagan: "To what extent are U.S. hypersonic missiles currently developed? I need the most accurate information."

Hearing this, the expert was ecstatic. We finally have a chance to get funding from Congress. If we don’t get it now, we won’t get it until later.

Missile expert: "Currently, everything about U.S. hypersonic missiles is still in the theoretical stage. After all, Congress has not allocated funds for this project, and research and development cannot proceed at all."

Hearing such a low interception success rate, the Soviets made a technological breakthrough. They are still at the theoretical stage, which is a very dangerous thing. During the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, as long as one side had weapons and equipment, the other side would do everything possible to have it. Otherwise, the strategy will be inconsistent and one's own confidence will be insufficient.

Reagan: "As a leading expert in the field of missiles, I wonder whether the United States needs to develop hypersonic missiles."

This is to express one's position, and in front of the president.

The missile expert said very firmly: "The United States needs it very much."

"Although ballistic missiles can also be regarded as hypersonic missiles, they cannot be used easily. If they are not equipped with nuclear bombs, the power of ballistic missiles is not that outstanding. And all countries in the world regard ballistic missiles as nuclear weapons carriers."

"It is not necessary to fight a small country. With the military strength of the United States, we must pay attention to the use of conventional weapons. If you launch ballistic missiles towards a country like the Soviet Union, you will definitely think that you have a nuclear warhead. Then the other party will definitely launch it regardless of the situation. Nuclear missiles retaliate; in the end it can only be mutual destruction.”

"The hypersonic cruise missile is a cheap missile launched in the atmosphere, similar to a traditional cruise missile. But it flies faster and uses a supersonic combustion ramjet engine as the power source to achieve hypersonic flight. Using this It is more difficult to develop technological hypersonic weapons, with less risk and relatively low cost. The penetration and avoidance capabilities are very strong, but the requirements for the engine are extremely high."

At this time, Reagan finally understood a general idea, and the meaning was obvious. The United States should develop hypersonic missiles. The development cost of such missiles is not very high, but the deterrent effect is very obvious.

Reagan said categorically: "The United States must develop hypersonic missiles. As an expert in this field, you have to make a budget. I will urge Congress to pass this appropriation."

Experts didn't say much about the lack of mention of nuclear torpedoes. After all, the U.S. Navy already has enough funding. Moreover, the United States is indeed stepping up its research and development of nuclear torpedoes. It must not make any excessive demands at this time.

After the two experts left, Reagan said to William Joseph Casey: "As for the nuclear bomb leak, you have to hurry up. Now that you know it was done by Soviet agents, don't be polite."

"But now there is one more thing that we need to pay special attention to. Regarding Heiyun Group and Bao Zixuan. We must monitor them closely and treat them as strategic opponents. This young man is growing too fast. He is already capable and threatens America’s National Security.”

"And this young man is very rich. If he helps the Soviet Union, he will definitely become a serious problem. I really don't know how to deal with it."

Reagan still couldn't make up his mind about how to deal with Bao Zixuan. If you want to end it once and for all, perhaps assassination is the best choice. But this kind of behavior is not advisable once it is known that it was done by the CIA. Then they all will be unlucky. After all, no one can remain indifferent in the face of huge wealth.

William Joseph Casey: "Bao Zixuan is currently in Saudi Arabia, with Prince Sultan's daughter. The latter is pregnant. This is the news passed back from Saudi Arabia."

"However, the security measures around Bao Zixuan are very strict. Even if you want to take action, it is not that easy. Therefore, I suggest that economic means should be used; antitrust investigations and sanctions may be ways to solve the problem."

Although Reagan was born in Hollywood, he certainly couldn't gossip so much after becoming president. But I heard that Bao Zixuan actually had this relationship with Prince Sultan. This further illustrates that this kid is very ambitious and even wants to conquer the entire Middle East.

But regarding economic sanctions, Reagan really didn't think much about it. Bao Zixuan is very disciplined in doing business. If economic sanctions are imposed on Heiyun Group, the US economy will inevitably suffer losses.

Reagan: "This is an issue that the Ministry of Commerce and the tax department need to consider. I want to hear their opinions. But the surveillance of Bao Zixuan must not be relaxed."

"It's not yet time to take action; there are only two of us here, and we are not afraid of outsiders knowing. If we take action, can we two get a good death! Remember, this is the last resort; don't use it as a last resort, don't use it lightly. Deal with it It doesn't matter if you are an agent, but you have to be extremely careful when dealing with the super rich and other country's political figures."

"When we break the rules of the game, others will ignore us. Heiyun Group may have this consideration in recruiting so many veterans."

Director Casey finally felt relieved when he heard that Reagan didn't want to take action himself. He is also worried that if the president loses his composure and wants to take action against Bao Zixuan, he will definitely suffer the same consequences.

The richest man, Bao, didn’t know that his operations in Saudi Arabia almost led to his own death. It can be said that he shot himself in the foot, although he didn't hit it. But it also makes Americans even more wary. It will be extremely difficult for Heiyun Group to make any moves in the future, or to obtain some technology from the United States.