Spark

"Are you kidding? They beat you back again?"

Sasha, the Russian chief engineer in charge of the PAK FA project, frowned and said reluctantly as he looked at the report in front of him.

The assistant engineer on the side sighed and said:

"There is no way, they have already released their words, if the technology this time does not satisfy them, they will directly stop the cooperation on the PAK FA project."

"Now, most of the designs of PAK FA rely on them for optimization. The cessation of cooperation has a great impact on us, and it does not meet the requirements of the superior."

"We don't have a choice"

Hearing his words, Sasha slammed the table and stood up angrily.

"But it was agreed at the beginning that all they want is information on the Tu-160 project."

"Now, what we give them is also the Tu-160. What else are they not satisfied with?"

There was an indescribable aggrieved feeling in his heart, this feeling was the same as when he was blackmailed by bullies when he was in school.

What are you doing?

It seems that not long ago, there was a clear gap between our side and Huaxia's status in the field of "technology". How come now, the situation is completely reversed, and it becomes that our side depends on their faces to do things?

Even if it was a technological explosion, it wouldn't be exaggerated to such an extent, would it?

Thinking of this, he continued to speak without waiting for the assistant to answer:

"No, I can't compromise on that."

"As long as they start this way, their appetite will grow bigger and bigger in the future."

"Now we need an improved gas filling device, what about after that? Wouldn't they directly ask us to fly the Tu-160 over and send it to them?"

"I have to teach them a lesson."

"Isn't it just suspending PAK FA? We can also suspend their H-20 program."

"I want to see, without our assistance, how can their bomber continue to be built!"

The assistant on the opposite side showed a embarrassed look on his face. He looked at Sasha hesitantly, and after a long time, he opened his mouth and said:

"I think, at least we should discuss it with Mr. Marokov first."

"This cooperation was brought about by us with great difficulty. If the project is delayed or even the cooperation breaks down because of this matter, I don't think even you can bear the responsibility."

"I can afford it!"

Sasha said firmly.

"As I said, this is a technical cooperation project, not a unilateral transfer of benefits."

"Now, what they got from us has far exceeded what they gave us. As the chief engineer, I have reason to make my own decision."

"As long as the decision is good for the country, it's fine!"

Saying that, Sasha walked around the desk directly, opened the door and walked out.

The assistant followed closely behind him and asked:

"Where are you going, sir?"

Sasha replied without turning her head:

"I'm going to find their chief engineer, Yang Wei! I have to make him understand that even if it's an exchange, it should be an equal exchange!"

"You don't have to follow me, just stay in the office and wait for the news!"

"If Marokov finds me, tell him that I'm going to negotiate with those greedy Chinese people!"

Looking at Sasha's determined back, the assistant sighed helplessly.

From the bottom of his heart, he could understand Sasha's mood.

After all, in the other party's decades of career, Sasha has hardly suffered from anyone.

But this time, the other party's attitude was extremely arrogant, even threatening.

It is normal for Sasha to be angry for a while, but is this kind of anger really right?

The world has changed.

Thinking of this, he returned to the office.

He knew he couldn't persuade Sasha, but at least he should report his situation to the higher authorities.

Can't let him really get into trouble.

If these Huaxia people are really annoyed, the previous investment will be in vain, and further cooperation between the two countries will become delusional.

This is not what the superiors want to see.

Sasha moved very quickly, and after only half an hour, he had already found Yang Wei, who was in charge of the PAK FA cooperation project.

Once in his office, Sasha started shouting.

"I want to complain!"

"You are extremely disrespectful to us, and you have completely violated the initial agreement of this project!"

"Even if there is a problem, you can clearly communicate through our engineers!"

"But now, you have directly bypassed all communication channels and threatened us with 'terminating the project'!"

"It's unreasonable! It's also very rude!"

Yang Wei sat in his seat and looked at Sasha opposite him with some astonishment. He didn't realize what he was talking about for a while.

It was only when Sasha slapped the table and punched his fist that he delivered an impassioned speech in front of him that he finally figured out the ins and outs.

In fact, the matter is not too complicated, it's just that the 605 Institute sent a warning letter to the Russian technical team.

Probably the wording of this letter was not very polite, which touched Sasha's sensitive self-esteem.

——

Still, it's clearly a strategy.

Deliberately pretending to be angry, so as to obtain more benefits.

Yang Wei can be regarded as an old man, he didn't think he would be fooled by this.

So, he completely ignored Sasha's emotions, and only after he finished venting, he calmly asked him a question:

"Mr. Sasha, I want to ask you."

"Without our help, when are you going to solve the stealth coating problem?"

Hearing this, Sasha froze for a moment.

"Stealth coating. No matter when, we will always solve it!"

"I mean, when?"

Yang Wei continued to repeat his question.

"One year, maybe two years, maybe five years or ten years! But we will always solve it!"

Sasha's expression was determined, as if he had already planned for this lofty goal.

There was an imperceptible smile on Yang Wei's face, and then he continued to ask:

"Well, the stealth coating is not a difficult thing, you can indeed solve it - 5 years, let's count it like that."

"So, what about the problem with the PAK FA body? You also know that the PAK FA has a big problem with the strength of the body. The main reason is that the material is not up to standard and the design has major flaws, right?"

"How much time do you plan to spend on solving this problem?"

".Without you, we can solve it in five years."

This time, Sasha didn't make a detour, but answered directly.

"What about the engine? A fourth-generation machine, you can't continue to use your old three-rotor engine, can you?"

"No, you don't need to answer me, because I know the answer - at least 10 years, or even 20 years, you will have the opportunity to develop the next generation of aero engines."

"Moreover, the actual performance of this machine is unknown."

Hearing Yang Wei's words, Sasha subconsciously wanted to refute, but was stopped by Yang Wei's wave.

"Mr. Sasha, you don't need to rush to refute me, because I still have questions."

"The engine problem is solved, what about the hydraulic system? What about the avionics? What about the flight control? What about the radar?"

"What about everything a full-fledged fourth-generation machine needs?"

"High mobility, high situational awareness, and high stealth. At least in these three points, you simply don't have the ability to achieve it yourself."

"So, do you understand now, Mr. Sasha?"

"You are right, this project is not a fair project cooperation."

"But what's unfair is this: We're giving you too much!"

"Do you think we really need Tu-160 technology? No, even without these things, we can build our own strategic bomber."

"But on the other hand, if you don't have us, the PAK FA project will never go on smoothly."

"According to your original design, even if it is built, it will be nothing more than a fighter jet."

After saying these words, Sasha felt as if a basin of cold water had been poured over his head.

He suddenly calmed down.

Yes, there is nothing wrong with what the other party said.

Without the technology of the Tu 160, they can still make the H-20, at best it just takes more time.

But if there is no technical assistance from the J-22, can we still create the PAK FA, or another name "su-57" in private?

No, that's not possible.

Because, there is a major difference between our side and China.

That is, in the field of military industry, the movement trends of the two sides are different.

The other party is always advancing and rising, and new basic technologies are produced one after another, which provide impetus for their development, so they can afford to wait, and they can wait.

But what about our side?

Counting from the disintegration of the Soviet Union, how many years have not seen breakthrough technological progress?

The prestigious Tupolev Institute back then cannot even reproduce a complete Tu-160.

Admittedly, there are complex economic and social factors.

But it is undeniable that in this field of military industry, the capital left by the former Soviet Union is about to be eaten up.

And the PAK FA project, isn't it to inject some new vitality into the country's military industry before these old funds are exhausted?

If you can't even complete this project and lose your last chance to "continue your life", what will happen?

The fire will burn out.

Sasha gritted her teeth subconsciously.

I clearly knew this, but I was blinded by my arrogance all along.

Cold sweat broke out on his back instantly.

Just like what the assistant said, if the entire project is damaged because of my own actions, the scope of the impact is definitely not just as big as what I see in front of my eyes

It's over.

His eyes changed in an instant.

He looked at Yang Wei in front of him, and stammered:

"The result of PAK FA will definitely not be a backward three-and-a-half-generation fighter, it must be a fourth-generation fighter."

"Do you have the final say?"

Yang Wei asked jokingly.

Sasha's face froze, and he didn't know how to answer for a while.

Yes, do I have the final say?

What a fart!

It doesn't count what Marokov said, what United Airlines said, or even the whole of Russia.

The one who really has the final say is Huaxia, which holds the fourth-generation machine technology in its hands.

To what extent they are willing to achieve this project, then the extent to which this project can be achieved.

The more advanced they want the PAK FA to be, the more advanced the PAK FA will be.

But the premise of all this is that our own side cannot make them feel even the slightest threat.

Sasha realized.

He is an old man. Although he has not directly experienced the events of the last century, he has read many reports and heard many stories.

Therefore, he is also very clear why the two powerful countries at that time, who were inseparable from the beginning, suddenly drew their swords at each other.

The reason is simple and can be summed up in five words:

Don't want to be the second child.

At that time, it was the Chinese who didn't want to be the second child.

But now, the one who doesn't want to be the second child is himself.

Relying on their hard work, the Huaxia people have really turned around today after decades.

But on our side, can we regain our lost status through our own efforts?

At least, not in the short term.

Since it's impossible, then I can only be the second child honestly!

Thinking of this, he immediately stood up straight.

Then, he looked at Yang Wei solemnly, and said:

"I'm sorry, Mr. Yang."

"I was too impulsive and said some inappropriate things. I hope our friendship will not be affected by this."

"As for the technology you need, we will reevaluate it and submit it. Here, I will be in charge."

Seeing Sasha's attitude changed, Yang Wei finally relaxed.

He reached out and held Sasha's hand, comfortingly said:

"It doesn't matter. At work, when anyone loses control, I will never blame you for it."

"Don't worry, our cooperation will continue."

"Also, I have a surprise to tell you."

"surprise?"

Sasha repeated it subconsciously, with a somewhat panicked tone.

"What kind of surprise?"

"About the PAK FA project."

"We've solved the problem of turbulent flow in the ventral inlet boundary layer, and likewise, we've designed a material for that."

"This material can ensure that your fighter jet has a high structural strength under the premise of using a tandem weapon compartment—not weaker than the J-22."

"Really?"

Sasha's eyes widened.

What does it mean to repay grievances with virtue?

This is revenge with virtue!

At this moment, he was completely overwhelmed by Yang Wei's magnanimity and generosity.

"Can we use it now?"

Yang Wei smiled mysteriously and replied:

"Of course, of course."

"It can be used anytime."

"However, in exchange, we also hope that you can express something."

"We don't want much."

"How about 30 Mi-26 helicopters?"

Sasha snapped his mouth shut.

Sure enough, all gifts have a price.

"Why do you want so many helicopters? Or transport helicopters? We only have 30 of them!"

he asked puzzled.

"This is not something you should worry about. You just need to help us pass the news to the country."

After hesitating for a moment, Sasha finally nodded.

As a result, the atmosphere between the two eased instantly.

At the same time, the door of Yang Wei's office was pushed open again.

Marokov pushed the door open and entered.

"Sasha! You."

An anxious look hung on his face.

On the way here, he was always worried that Sasha would mess things up, and he was even ready to clean up the mess for him.

But the scene in front of me seems quite harmonious?

Noticing his expression, Yang Wei said:

"Mr. Marokov, you came just in time."

"I just made a deal with Mr. Sasha, maybe you should listen too."

"The Great Sun Never Sets, Starting from Giving Zhu Di Behind the Scenes"

Yong Le Emperor Zhu Di has been very strange recently, he always feels that someone is watching him from behind.

The queen was seriously ill, and the imperial doctor said that he could not return to heaven, but he had a dream, in which someone said that he would be given medicine.

In the afternoon of that day, "the grass people came to deliver the medicine by the order of their ancestors!"

Chenzhou and Taihe were flooded, and several places were flooded, and thousands of houses were destroyed. Zhu Di once again dreamed that there was a miracle that could build rivers and prevent floods.

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