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With the official release of metal hydrogen, the International Conference on Nuclear Fusion has also successfully concluded.

Neither Sebastian nor Eichendorf can stay in Huaxia directly, but need to return to Germany for work handover.

After saying goodbye to them briefly, Chen Nian also left Shanghai.

However, he did not return to AH, but went directly to Bohai Shipyard by special plane, preparing to witness the birth of another new piece of equipment.

That is, his long-awaited Type 096 nuclear-powered submarine.

Up to now, the 096 project has been carried out for 11 months. Due to the great pressure from the United States and the South Island in the early stage, this project also adopts the working method of starting at full speed regardless of cost and cost. It was completed in a very short period of time. Most of the research and development landing and construction work.

However, as the pressure on the sea eased, the progress of the project also slowed down, and the final outfitting and optimization work time requirements were relaxed to two months.

This is why it was not until June 2010 that this nuclear submarine reached the launch standard.

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Of course, the word "talent" can only be adapted to the internal standards of Huaxia and Xinghuo.

It took 11 months to build a huge strategic nuclear submarine, which can be regarded as an astonishing achievement in any country in the world.

You know, in the Soviet period, it took about 3 years to build a nuclear submarine similar in size to 096.

And in the Russian era, the cycle of the Typhoon-class nuclear submarine has gradually been extended to 7 years-you said that he fell behind as soon as he entered service, and it is really not unreasonable.

In comparison, the construction progress in the United States is faster, but the highest record in Chen Nian's memory is 14 months.

It can be said that Huaxia really broke the record this time.

Therefore, neither Chen Nian himself, nor the project team, nor the higher-ups had any dissatisfaction. Instead, they were already planning to reward the corresponding teams for their merits.

On the plane flying to HLD, Chen Nian read through the reward plan drawn up above, and then made adjustment suggestions for several key personnel according to his own intuitive perception of technology.

After reviewing it several times and confirming that there would not be too much bias, he put down the documents in his hand, took out his mobile phone and browsed the forum to pass the time, while thinking about the follow-up application route of metal hydrogen materials.

The first metal hydrogen plant has entered the preparatory stage. According to the project plan, the plant will reach an annual output of more than 40 tons.

This number sounds like a lot, even if it is only used for laboratory experiments, it has reached the point where it cannot be used up.

But the problem is that this material is going to be industrialized after all.

However, the figure of 40 tons per year cannot meet the needs of "experimental projects" launched on a large scale in the early stage of industrial development.

Needless to say, the nuclear fusion project, if you want to engage in superconducting energy storage, you have to use a lot, right?

To engage in superconducting power transmission and build an experimental power grid, you have to use a lot, right?

To engage in weapons, to engage in fourth-generation nuclear weapons, the amount of use is even more exaggerated.

Not to mention those more subdivided fields, such as motors and semiconductors.

40 tons is not enough.

And most importantly, you can't prioritize these projects.

The power grid is important, but not urgent, and it is difficult to update the application.

Semiconductors are urgent, but not that important, and the difficulty of application is not high.

Side by side comparison of the two, which one to choose?

It's a question with no standard answer.

So from top to bottom, there is no consensus on this issue.

On the contrary, netizens are very positive.

After reading the coverage of the nuclear fusion conference, especially the metallic hydrogen part, the public with a little knowledge of physics was blown up.

In their view, the appearance of metallic hydrogen is almost equivalent to the realization of immortality for human beings.

"Within ten years, first engage in nuclear fusion, then develop a lossless transmission network, then implement energy storage and next-generation motors, and at the same time launch an assault on high-performance computers. Finally, it will take another ten years to leap forward step by step. Come up with anti-gravity technology, create a space elevator, build a galaxy fleet, and run to the sea of ​​​​stars"

This is the basic route planned on the network.

It's perfect, and it's not an exaggeration, but the problem is that the people who designed this route really didn't take into account the concept of the limit of productivity.

Doing so many things in 10 years, do you want to die?

At that time, the rate of increase in productivity cannot keep up with the rate of consumption, and it will fall into the biggest new technology trap in history, completely destroying the future of the entire country.

That's not even something a technological revolution can save.

Thinking of this, Chen Nian could not help but sigh.

Every step forward for human beings is not easy. Walking on thin ice and step by step is the only choice.

After thinking for a moment, he wrote down his suggestion on paper.

Different from the past, this proposal goes beyond the scope of pure technology, but begins to consider various factors such as economy, resources, labor, etc., and proposes the idea of ​​technological iteration starting from a small-scale field.

In his view, nuclear fusion is a project that must be guaranteed first, but the power grid can be put aside and start with high-performance computers.

As for what space elevator?

Don't think about it for ten years.

He expressed his opinion in 2,000 words, and this document was quickly sealed by the accompanying confidential staff. After the plane landed, it would be sent to the highest decision-making level for reference.

After finishing all the work, Chen Nian fell asleep.

And when he opened his eyes again, the plane had landed smoothly.

Two hours later, he arrived at the Bohai Shipyard, and under the leadership of the project team members, he approached the huge submarine that had been quietly moored in the dock.

Li Qingming, the Chief Instructor of 096, was responsible for the introduction. Like all other researchers who had access to the core layer, he first expressed his gratitude to Chen Nian.

After some brief greetings, the two quickly got to the point.

"...so our submarine is the most advanced in the world no matter from which point of view."

"Super large body, with a total length of 214 meters, the maximum water displacement is 31,000 tons, and the maximum underwater displacement is 52,000 tons, which is much higher than the typhoon level."

"It can carry 24 improved Julang-3 missiles, and its strike capability far exceeds that of the Ohio class."

"Two thorium-based molten salt reactors with a total power of 740 megawatts, which is almost exactly twice the Typhoon class."

"The maximum underwater speed is 28 knots, which is also the fastest in the world."

"However, due to the problem of body size, the maximum diving depth has not reached the limit, which is about 450 meters."

"Noise decibels of 90 decibels are worse than our target of 85 decibels, but this may indeed be the limit"

Listening to Li Qingming's introduction, Chen Nian nodded slightly.

In fact, when he set the goal of 85 decibels, he did not expect it to be achieved.

Even if a variety of noise reduction technologies are used and a comprehensive electric push system is installed, the noise of 85 decibels is already lower than the noise of the ocean most of the time. Once it is achieved, the sonar is basically completely invisible—— —Obviously, it's not that simple.

Therefore, he did not show any disappointment, but said in admiration:

"Once these parameters are announced, the US may speed up their Columbia project."

The Columbia project he mentioned refers to the latest US nuclear submarine research and development project, which is their fifth-generation nuclear submarine project.

Since the project was launched in 2003, there has been little movement until now. The reason is very simple. In one sentence, it is "not necessary".

The Ohio class has been able to meet their strategic demands most of the time. Coupled with the continuous delay in the service time of Russia's Borei class, the United States has no incentive to spend a lot of money to develop and install new submarines.

After procrastinating for so many years, even the design has not been fully finalized.

In the previous life, this was also a classic joke in the arms circle.

However, this project is obviously not reduced to the point of being treated as a laughing stock. Even Li Qingming, who is opposite, after hearing Chen Nian's words, the first thing he showed was not ridicule, but serious worry.

"The opponent's design ideas are still very advanced. I have read the analysis report on the Columbia-class nuclear submarine. According to their concept, this will be a 'killer' strategic nuclear submarine."

"Quick strike, quick breakaway, lone wolf combat, extremely solid 'point deterrence'. Although it is almost impossible to confront our 096 head-on, it will definitely become the strongest opponent of 096."

"In contrast, our 096 design concept is not very advanced. It is very strong, but it is strong enough to overcome ingenuity. If it does not undergo rapid iteration, it will easily fail to keep up with the rhythm of modern warfare."

Hearing Li Qingming's words, Chen Nian nodded solemnly.

In fact, saying such a thing before the launch of a new submarine is still somewhat out of date from any point of view.

After all, this ship has condensed the efforts of countless scientific researchers, so it should not be thrown cold water casually.

But, can you say that what he said is wrong?

On the contrary, what he saw were those flaws in 096 that were easily overlooked.

Being able to point out these defects shows that the project team is still constantly seeking progress.

This kind of thinking can be said to be refined to the point of arrogance and arrogance.

What they want is not an evenly matched battle, what they want is a crushing level of combat power that can crush all enemies in front of them, and the confidence to monopolize all opponents with the power of one country.

This probably belongs to them, unique feelings and romance.

At this time, several people had already stepped onto the submarine. The huge turtle back did not exist on this submarine. Following the gangway, Chen Nian entered the inside of the submarine.

And his first feeling was only one word:

big.

The interior space is frighteningly large, and it does not have the cramped feeling of a traditional submarine at all, but is closer to the layout of a surface ship.

"Chen Gong, what's the matter, are you surprised?"

"The interior space of this submarine was carefully planned, because the size of the reactor and power system has been reduced, we have freed up a lot of space to optimize the living area."

"On this submarine, you can even find a dedicated lounge and gym, which refers to the design of the Typhoon class."

"However, we did not set up unnecessary facilities such as swimming pools and saunas inside, but replaced them with larger activity rooms and separated single-person reading rooms."

"Of course, there are bigger kitchens."

"If today's dinner has not been arranged, I would like to invite you to have a taste of the taste here - logically speaking, it will not be too far away from the land."

Having said that, the assistant on the side kept hinting at Li Qingming with his eyes, as if he wanted him to skip this topic quickly.

After all, in this year, most people's views on the military are still at the level of "hardship and simplicity, hard-line style".

Overly superior living facilities are easily reminiscent of corruption, weakening and declining combat effectiveness.

Chen Nian naturally couldn't think so.

He is too aware of the impact of a good living environment on combat effectiveness - there was a classic exercise that year, which illustrated this problem.

There is no air-conditioning in the Red Army’s infantry vehicles. On the Gobi Desert where the surface temperature is close to 70, after the combatants are in place, they will suffer from heat stroke and dehydration. No matter how strong and determined one is, one cannot resist the loss of bodily functions.

So, he smiled and waved his hand, signaling to the assistant not to care.

"So under these living conditions, how long can this sub stay submerged?"

"I'm talking about extreme conditions."

Chen Nian's question is actually very artistic, because most of the time, it is not food, water and oxygen that determine the submarine's submersion time, but the will of the crew.

The reason why Li Qingming emphasizes so many details about leisure is that this is implied.

Hearing his question, a smile appeared on Li Qingming's face.

He stretched out four fingers and replied:

"4 months."

"This is almost the limit of human will."

very strong.

Chen Nian couldn't help but sigh.

You know, so far, the world's longest submarine record is still 83 days created by the United States.

And after the 83-day extreme submersible test, the sailors on the submarine were all carried out on stretchers.

Several people continued to move forward, and it took more than an hour to visit all the facilities on the submarine.

And Chen Nian also felt more deeply the power of the submarine that could be said to have been created by himself.

It's like a mountain.

A mountain buried forever underwater, yet ready to topple over the heads of its enemies

One day later, on July 1, 2010, on this special day, the 096-class strategic nuclear submarine was officially launched.

Next, it will also undergo short-term outfitting work.

It will take some time before it can really form combat effectiveness.

There is no doubt that it will subvert everyone's imagination of "submarines".

This is another miracle in the history of human ship engineering, and it is also the pinnacle of true violent aesthetics after the Typhoon class.

Huge, cold, oppressive.

But it is pregnant with overwhelming destructive power that is unique in this world.

And when the news was released, the whole world trembled for it.