Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 3022 delayed by two months, part of a trap.

Satellite Research Institute.

After returning from General Peng's place, Yang Xiaotao came to the research institute and then came here.

At this moment, Shu Xingbei was having a meeting with Wang Can, Zang Chuanjun, and others to summarize the current status of the experiment.

Upon seeing Yang Xiaotao walk in, the others quickly stood up to greet him.

"You guys continue, I'll just listen from the sidelines."

Yang Xiaotao found a nearby seat and sat down. No one was surprised, because Yang Xiaotao often did this, and everyone was used to it.

Upon seeing this, Shu Xingbei returned to the previous topic.

"According to experimental data provided by the Solar Energy Research Institute, the compatibility of existing lithium battery models with satellites exceeds 90%, indicating that lithium batteries are very suitable for satellite use."

"Moreover, the energy conversion efficiency is twice as high as that of the previous nickel-metal hydride batteries."

"This will greatly improve the satellite's energy supply and also extend the lifespan of the solar panels."

After Shu Xingbei finished explaining the results of the Solar Energy Research Institute, Wang Can immediately asked, "This is only a result from a laboratory perspective. We need to simulate a space environment to see if this conversion rate can still be achieved."

"Especially whether the lithium battery itself can adapt to the environment. After all, this is the first time, and we have no experience, so we have to experiment with everything we have to consider."

"It's unrealistic to try them all."

As soon as Wang Can finished speaking, Chen Fang, who had come all the way from the Chinese Academy of Sciences to help, immediately retorted, "First of all, we only know about the space environment through hearsay. Are we sure that what the United States and the Alliance say is correct?"

"What if they're just making empty promises and leaving us to figure it out ourselves?"

"This kind of thing has happened before."

Wang Can listened without saying a word.

When the Mushroom Egg was created, the Alliance deliberately set a certain parameter incorrectly, causing their comrades to do a lot of useless work.

This is something we must be wary of.

Chen Fang glanced at Yang Xiaotao, then continued, "This might just be a bold attempt."

"If we succeed, we can follow this approach from now on; it's a pioneering move."

Shu Xingbei looked speechless. "You make it sound so easy. If you add this to the rockets of the Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry, the total investment would exceed one billion."

"If so much money is sent up and something goes wrong, wouldn't it all be wasted?"

"Who can afford to take that responsibility?"

At this point, Chen Fang dared not speak further.

Because this responsibility is truly beyond his capacity to shoulder.

Seeing that no one spoke, the Tibetan Buddhist soldier standing nearby said with a smile, "Gentlemen, how about this, let's study it for a while longer and try to manufacture a better lithium battery."

"no!"

However, as soon as the Tibetan army finished speaking, they were met with unanimous opposition from Shu Xingbei, Chen Fang, and Wang Can.

After the three finished speaking, they unconsciously looked at Yang Xiaotao, who was sitting by the wall with his arms crossed, watching the show.

But under their gaze, Yang Xiaotao seemed to be asleep, showing no intention of speaking at all.

Seeing this, everyone understood what Yang Xiaotao meant.

He won't get involved until the results are in.

"Director Zang, our opinion is to use lithium batteries this time, but we will carefully evaluate the safety of lithium batteries."

Wang Can began to explain, and the Tibetan soldiers smiled along, but their hearts were heavy.

If something goes wrong after the satellite is launched, he, the director of the institute that manufactures lithium batteries, could very well be held accountable.

But since everyone agrees to use it now, there's no point in him objecting.

not to mention.
He glanced at Yang Xiaotao sitting not far away and knew that the fact that the other party had not expressed his opinion already represented his stance.

I will definitely use this lithium battery.

All he can do is ensure that the lithium batteries he produces have no quality problems.

After refuting the Tibetan Buddhist army's claims, the three looked at each other.

Although everyone has their own concerns about the use of lithium batteries.

However, they are in agreement on whether to use it or not.

"Next, we need to further verify the energy storage capacity of the lithium battery to see if it can support the continuous use of the program-controlled exchange."

"If we meet the requirements, it will be a huge improvement for us."

After the meeting ended, Yang Xiaotao finally got together with Shu Xingbei and the others.

"The first thing is that lithium batteries should be used in satellites; everyone agrees on that."

"Therefore, in order to ensure the satellite's successful launch, I have decided to postpone the launch to mid-April, giving you two months to verify and test it."

"any questions?"

His gaze swept over Shu Xingbei and his group, and the latter nodded repeatedly.

"Minister Yang, it won't take two months; it can be completed in one month."

Shu Xingbei spoke earnestly.

"Two months is plenty of time; it's always good to have it checked one more time."

Seeing this, Shu Xingbei said nothing more.

Yang Xiaotao continued, "I talked with Mr. Chen this morning. If we succeed this time, we might get two more orders."

"Of course, there might be more than that!"

Yang Xiaotao briefly explained the lithium battery issue before discussing the subsequent arrangements.

Although General Peng requested his cooperation, he had to make arrangements for the Ninth Department's subsequent plans.

After all, we have a target of 50 billion yuan this year, and we can't afford to waste two months.

Once the communication satellite is successfully launched, it will inevitably have a huge impact, so follow-up plans must be followed closely.

Satellite phones are one of them.

Leaving aside distant examples, the impact on domestic communications will be profound.

Yang Xiaotao was even considering whether to establish a separate communications management department within the Ninth Department.

Of course, this needs to be discussed with the higher-ups, at least Mr. Peng needs to know.

After all, satellite phone communications may involve some confidential information.

Secondly, there is the space-based weapons program.

This is exactly what Mr. Peng was talking about.

They couldn't let the league suspect the plan, so they had to put on a show for the league.

We can't let them back down; they have to keep going!
Therefore, according to President Peng's plan, the Ninth Department will cooperate with the Internal Affairs Department to quietly leak a message.

This satellite carried two 150-kilogram tungsten rods.

Tungsten rods, space-based weapons.

If a tungsten rod were to fall and cause some damage to the surrounding area...
There's no need for us to do any propaganda; those omnipresent guys will brainstorm and 'reconstruct' everything.

Will the league be able to hold back then?
The United States might also fall into this trap.

So, there's plenty of time.

Yang Xiaotao briefly explained the mission details, and Shu Xingbei and the others were all delighted to hear it.

Because this means building more satellites, and it also means making more money.

Others might not know, but they certainly did: their nine divisions were going to earn 50 billion US dollars this year.

This task was a huge weight on the minds of the Ninth Division.

Based on the previous price of $500,000 per kilogram for manufacturing satellites for desert camels, if we could take on these two orders, it wouldn't be unreasonable for a single satellite to cost two or three hundred million.

Add in satellite phones and other equipment, and it'll probably cost around three or four hundred million.

Two satellites would cost close to a billion, that's about right.

It would be even better if we included the revenue from launching rockets, but unfortunately that belonged to the Seventh Ministry of Machinery Industry, so we couldn't earn that kind of money.

If the service is good, will other countries follow suit?

Moreover, the last satellite launched was just a small satellite with very simple functions and low cost-effectiveness.

If they were to launch a satellite like their own, the price would have to increase significantly.

One kilogram, around a million, that should be no problem, right...?

"I'm telling you this so that we have plenty of opportunities to try and fail. Don't be afraid of making mistakes, and don't feel pressured." "If anything goes wrong, I'll take responsibility for you. You can do it with confidence!"

Just as the group was plotting how to launch the satellite and make money, Yang Xiaotao's voice came through, catching them all off guard.

Then the three of them realized that Yang Xiaotao was trying to relieve their pressure.

But the more this happened, the more distressed Shu Xingbei and Wang Can felt.

All of this, Chen Fang envied.

He even felt a little regretful, regretting that he had asked Wang Can to come instead of coming himself.

They exchanged a glance, and Shu Xingbei spoke up, "Minister Yang, don't worry, we will definitely ensure the satellite is launched successfully."

Wang Can nodded in agreement. Their satellite research was restricted at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. To research a satellite, they had to submit a report and an application, and after layers of approval, they still didn't know if it would be successful in the end.

But the arrival of these nine satellite research units not only meant unrestricted research, but also provided them with various logistical support, which actually made them feel a sense of urgency.

Because here, you simply don't have time to consider whether it's possible or not.

Here, it's all about when you're done; there's always someone else waiting in line.

I feel like I've finally found a place to use my skills in these nine works.

I feel that my value has been realized here.

This life is worth it!

Yang Xiaotao didn't explain further, but instead asked about the satellite phone.

"Minister Yang, we have more than 60,000 channels remaining this time, so we also need that number of satellite phones."

“During our previous research, we had the processing plant start manufacturing satellite phones, and now we have 5,000 units in stock, ready for use at any time.”

"Moreover, the technology is now mature and the workers are experienced. Once production is ramped up, we can meet the demand as quickly as possible."

Shu Xingbei spoke earnestly, as he was also aware of Yang Xiaotao's plan.

Satellite phones ultimately require satellites in the sky to relay messages, unlike terrestrial mobile communications.

The signal tower that Yang Xiaotao mentioned to him is now being used in cooperation with the Fourth Ministry of Machinery Industry.

Initially, it will be used to support pagers; later, as communication technology advances, it will be used to support telephones.

By the way, Yang Xiaotao gave this kind of phone a name: mobile phone.

A handheld communication device.

It's somewhat like a walkie-talkie, but simpler and more convenient.

Satellite phone manufacturing plants are also in preparation for mobile phone production.

Shu Xingbei and Wang Can were both aware of all this, and they admired Yang Xiaotao's strategic planning even more.

"Okay, let's continue!"

"I'll go check the computers, you guys keep going!"

Yang Xiaotao walked outside. The development of a Chinese operating system for computers was urgently needed, and it was just waiting to be put into action!

Once the computer problem is resolved, the pager project can officially begin.

At that time, pagers and mobile phones will be pushed to the world together.

This…

Five hundred billion is just the beginning.

After Yang Xiaotao left, Shu Xingbei and Wang Can looked at each other, their faces all solemn.

Immediately, the group walked quickly toward the workshop.

At this moment, only by seizing every second can we live up to Yang Xiaotao's high regard.

Two weeks later.

Inside the Internal Affairs Department's office building, Yu Zecheng and Song Tao were both extremely busy.

Even Wang Lei, the superior, and Zeng Lao, the boss, who were sitting to the side, had red eyes and looked exhausted.

"report!"

A sound came from the doorway. Yu Zecheng turned his head and saw Xiao Bo. He quickly stood up and asked, "How is it? Did you find anything?"

Yu Zecheng's voice drew everyone's attention, and Xiao Bo walked in, his forehead covered in sweat.

"Director, the other party is inquiring about tungsten metal; it seems they've taken the bait!"

"it is good!"

Yu Zecheng slammed his hand on the table, then hurriedly said to Wang Lei and Zeng Lao, who had stood up, "Leaders, the other side has taken the bait!"

"it is good!"

The two of them shouted in unison, their faces showing a relieved expression.

Song Tao walked to the side, picked up the thermos, poured a cup of water for everyone, and then handed one to Xiao Bo. "Tell me, what did the other side do?"

"Yes!"

Xiao Bo sat down with a water glass and began to tell his story.

"In accordance with our previous plan, we have been monitoring the domestic tungsten metal."

"This time we need to coordinate with the nine departments' operation, so we have focused our efforts on controlling departments that are capable of processing tungsten metal!"

"We announced some time ago that we were manufacturing tungsten rods."

"However, we repeatedly changed the weight and dimensions of the U-shaped rod to create the illusion that it met the satellite's requirements, which successfully attracted spying."

"Just now, our black stick was confirmed, and the other side couldn't wait to take action..."

Xiao Bo explained the situation, and the people in the room reviewed it in their minds to see if there were any omissions.

After Xiao Bo finished speaking, Yu Zecheng nodded first.

Only a few of them knew the inside story of this matter; the personnel outside carrying out the mission didn't even know what mission they were carrying out.

Their goal was simple: to ensure the production of tungsten rods and prevent others from finding out.

Even workers who process tungsten rods have to sign confidentiality agreements and undergo audits for one to three years.

These are all normal procedures.

And this was done, of course, to gain the enemy's trust.

"Director Yu, we must not overdo it at this moment."

"Immediately apprehend the target."

"The more resolute we appear, the more the other party will believe us."

Old Zeng immediately spoke up, and Yu Zecheng and Song Tao thought the same thing.

Their stated purpose is secrecy.

Therefore, the more realistic it is, the better.

"Great! I'll lead the team myself!"

Yu Zecheng got up and led Xiao Bo outside, while Wang Lei and Old Zeng sat down again to drink tea.

Wang Lei suddenly laughed and said, "Look, we just got nine small benefits, and now we have to work for them."

"I feel like I got ripped off!"

Old Zeng laughed heartily, "They won't give you any benefits, so you're not going to stop working?"

"No, that can't be..."

Wang Lei quickly said, then raised his eyebrows, "I heard that Jiubu made a lot of money selling those tape recorders."

"Isn't it a bit stingy to only give us canned food?"

Old Zeng pointed at Wang Lei and shook his head with a smile, "When did you become so mercenary?"

"This isn't the same person you used to be!"

Wang Lei shook his head upon hearing this, "It's all because of the Ninth Department's Security Division's inspection team that they've messed things up. Those guys really know how to cause trouble!"

"At this rate, our jobs will be taken away from us!"

Old Zeng waved his hand dismissively, "It's alright, it's a good opportunity for us to focus our attention overseas!"

"but…"

As Mr. Zeng spoke, a smile appeared on his face. "Our record-keeping and filing systems do need some improvement."

"This tape recorder is pretty good!"

A moment later, laughter came from the office, and a few numbers could be faintly heard, followed by another burst of laughter.