Daming: After self-explosive time travel, Lao Zhu's mentality collapsed

The officials present looked at each other in confusion and secretly lamented that the prince was sincere in his words and was indeed prescient.

Zhao Er and others' eyes widened in surprise, and then they realized that the challenge they faced was far more difficult than building an industrial zone!

Chu Ze glanced around the scene with blazing eyes, and then said: "I have been thinking about this difficult problem for a long time, but it depends on people to make it happen, so I specially called you here to discuss possible solutions together!"

As soon as Chu Ze finished speaking, there was an uproar in the hall.

The officials discussed the matter in a flurry, but could not reach a consensus for a while.

"Your Majesty's words are extremely reasonable." A middle-aged official said first: "Of course we should start to expand the mining of mineral deposits to provide sufficient raw materials for the steam engine."

"But..." A young official shook his head worriedly and said: "The danger of mining is really too great. If an accident occurs, it will affect the lives of the miners."

"That's right, we still have vivid memories of the Fengyang City mining disaster that happened a few years ago." Another official nodded in agreement: "The casualties were heavy that time, which scared everyone. Now one hand covers the sky and the earth. Doesn’t mining involve greater risks?”

"But the miners' livelihood depends entirely on this mine. If we don't expand production..."

Everyone said something to each other, looking at each other with embarrassment on their brows.

Chu Ze nodded and said: "Of course. Do you still remember the mining disaster? According to the information I have learned, the key reason for that tragedy was that the internal support of the mine was too crude. Once a collapse occurred, it was unable to withstand it and collapsed quickly. The whole lane.”

His expression was solemn, but there was a sense of majesty and wisdom between his brows.

"My lords, there were indeed many shortcomings in ancient mining operations. It was extensive and disorderly, and there were many safety hazards. I have seen this for all." Chu Ze spoke, and said in a calm tone: "However, I have learned some new methods at Beijing University. Theories are specifically designed to strengthen the support and protection of mines and prevent mine collapses and other fatal hazards. As long as these new theories are flexibly applied to Fengyang’s mining industry, we can achieve twice the result with half the effort and significantly reduce the possibility of mining disasters.”

At this time, Chu Ze calmly raised his hand to signal everyone to be silent.

"In my new theory, the first one is to strengthen the support and reinforcement of the mine." Chu Ze's eyes slowly scanned the field: "This includes many methods, such as using steel supports, wooden supports or concrete supports. and other methods to support mine tunnels to increase their stability and prevent collapse or landslides.”

"New theory? Can the prince popularize it among us?" Zhao Er couldn't help but interjected curiously.

Everyone seems to be aware of this thorny dilemma, but unable to put their finger on it.

“In addition, we can also increase the stability of the geological layer by injecting cement slurry or filling materials into the mine tunnels to fill the cracks and gaps in the formation.”

Zhao Er suddenly slapped his thigh and said: "Oh, I understand! What the prince said is to strengthen all the supports inside the mine first, just like stabilizing the foundation before building a house, right?"

"That's right." Chu Ze nodded approvingly and said: "Then there is the method of freezing and strengthening. For example, freezing the water in the mine and solidifying the water into ice can also increase the stability of the geological layer." Of course, the specific measures to be taken will depend on the actual conditions of each mine. For example, for mines with good geological conditions, we can also increase the bearing capacity and stability of the strata by driving concrete piles or steel piles into the pits. sex."

"In short, with these new theories as a guide, I am convinced that as long as we fundamentally solve the support problem, the risk of mining accidents will be greatly reduced." Chu Ze looked around, his face full of confidence.

Everyone was in awe after hearing this.

All the officials nodded repeatedly and said with praise: "What the prince said is sincere, and the new theory is very insightful. We all have old habits that die hard, and we need to ask the prince for more new knowledge."

Zhao Er couldn't help but talk eloquently: "In terms of qualifications, our miners in Fengyang are all experienced, but it is because we have no new tricks that accidents like this happen frequently. Now with this new theory, in the future Return to your old business and have a bright future!”

Li Changji also seized the opportunity and asked: "Then, my lord, tell me, besides reinforcement, are there any other new tricks?"

"Of course there is." Chu Ze nodded, and then said loudly: "The second step is to completely reform the current mining methods, so as to reduce the labor intensity of miners and reduce the risk factor."

"For example, mining operations have long been carried out by manpower, which is very energy-consuming and very dangerous. My new theory believes that we should use the power of steam engines to replace manual mining, which will not only be more efficient , the safety factor will also be greatly improved.”

Zhao Er suddenly realized: "Ah, I understand! Let the steam engine help mine and save our manpower."

"That's right." Chu Ze nodded and said, "But our future measures will go far beyond that. My goal is to make Fengyang's mining industry fully modernized. From mining to transportation, everything will be completed by machinery and equipment. By then we will You will be completely freed from high-intensity repetitive manual labor!”

"Your Majesty is a refined and well-rounded man. I am so impressed by you!" After hearing this, an official immediately clapped his hands and praised him.

The scene immediately erupted in admiration.

The supervisor nodded with deep understanding and praised: "It seems that the prince has already planned the use of the steam engine. Applying it to mining is a once-in-a-lifetime plan!"

"Natural, natural." Chu Ze said without thinking this time, with his head held high and his eyes straight: "The steam engine will determine the future of Fengyang from now on. I, Chu Ze, traveled through this time and space to let the power of the steam engine be fully displayed in my hands. Completely change the destiny of this dynasty!"

As soon as the words fell, Li Xing and Zhao Si trembled, and their eyes suddenly became dull, as if they had been shocked by something.

The construction supervisor and other officials looked confused and exchanged confused looks with each other.

"Your Majesty... I still don't quite understand what I said." Zhao Er finally couldn't help but ask.

All the officials were confused in the wind, thinking, did the prince drink fake wine? What does "soul penetration" mean?
Chu Ze suddenly came back to his senses, and then realized that what he had just said was a bit unbridled. (End of chapter)