Siheyuan: I eat melons while doing scientific research

Chapter 1214 Patrol Flight (4k, 2 more 5k today)

For the Defense Work Committee, it is not common for Gao Zhendong to take the initiative to express his ideas. He usually solves other people's problems.

But once this happens, it usually means that one or more very important things may happen.

So as soon as Gao Zhendong said he had an idea, the leaders of the Defense Work Committee immediately finalized the matter.

However, it always takes time for people to arrive. Compared with comrades working on satellites, comrades working on other areas are faster because they have been notified in advance and some are even in Beijing.

Before Gao Zhendong could wait for the people who were working on satellites, he waited for the people who were working on drones.

Ever since hearing that Gao Zhendong wanted to take the UAV of the Citigroup to "show it off to me", the Defense Work Committee notified the relevant comrades to get the aircraft back as quickly as possible.

Even if this plane flies from one place to another, it doesn't take too much time, because it doesn't travel on the ground, but in the air.

Although our transport plane was in a bad condition at that time, even though this thing was basically intact when it fell, it broke into several pieces. The comrades in Haijiao City found a way and finally broke this thing, which was originally more than 6 meters long, into several sections and stuffed them into the flying tractor.

As long as the length is solved, weight will not be a problem. The empty weight of this thing is only about 700 kilograms, which is just right for a flying tractor with a load capacity of more than 1 ton.

When Gao Zhendong saw this guy in the Defense Work Committee, he was already lying on the floor of a conference room in roughly his original shape, with many comrades standing around watching.

Comrade, please put down your measuring tape immediately.

It’s not that you are not allowed to use a tape measure, but the accuracy of the tape measure is a bit poor, so the data you get is incorrect.

Gao Zhendong happily watched his comrades busy at work. In fact, he was also very curious. He had seen one of these in a museum, but he just couldn't get his hands on one. As a military fan in the 21st century, he was actually more excited than his comrades.

Finally I saw a living person... No, I touched a dead person.

Seeing Gao Zhendong coming over, the chief engineer of the Defense Work Committee came forward and said, "Zhendong, you're here. Take a look. This is the treasure you want to see."

The comrades who were working on the drones also greeted Gao Zhendong one after another. They all knew that the reason they came here this time was half to see the treasures we shot down, and the other half was because of Gao Zhendong.

Seeing that Gao Zhendong had almost finished looking at it, the chief engineer of the Defense Work Committee said with a smile, "Let's go. We have almost finished looking at it. Let's sit down and see how to use this treasure. I think Comrade Zhendong has a lot of ideas to discuss with the comrades."

Everyone nodded in agreement, reluctantly leaving the Firebee wreckage and sitting around a conference table. The conference table was right next to the wreckage, so it was convenient to discuss without running around.

"Comrade Zhendong, these comrades are working on the Wuzhan-5 type. This time, we invited them all here at your request." The comrade from the Air Equipment Bureau said with a smile.

Strictly speaking, these comrades are not from the Defense Work Committee system, but from the Air Force's Z-5 overhaul plant. This situation is very common. After all, it is impossible for the Air Force to implement all small innovations and changes through the Defense Work System. That would be inefficient and unnecessary.

Therefore, the Air Force's overhaul plants are developing their own scientific research and innovation capabilities.

The Wuzhan-5 reconnaissance model used in the missile target practice was made by them.

"Thank you comrades for taking time out of your busy work to come here." Gao Zhendong expressed his gratitude to his comrades.

After the opening remarks, everyone returned to their seats.

Not many comrades in the Zhan-5 overhaul factory knew Gao Zhendong, which was different from other regular aircraft research institutes. Everyone looked at the young Gao Zhendong and whispered to each other.

"Who is this comrade? He looks very young, but it seems that the leaders respect his opinions very much."

"I don't know him, he should be a great scientist in Beijing, right?" Nowadays, ordinary comrades have a broad understanding of scientists.

"No way? How can a great scientist be so young?" Those who often read martial arts novels know that the longer the beard, the deeper the martial arts skills.

"Stop asking questions, discipline! Discipline!" Another comrade stopped them from talking, saying, "We're in a meeting, be serious."

This discipline includes both meeting discipline and confidentiality discipline.

The first to take the lead was a comrade from the Air Equipment Bureau: "This time we called everyone here for two main reasons. First, you can take a look at this treasure we just shot down, and second, we want to discuss how to use this drone. All of us here are at the forefront of drone development in China, and I hope you can speak freely."

To be honest, strictly speaking, Gao Zhendong has never done any actual work with drones, but this person cannot be considered in this way, as he is quite special.

The comrades from the Air Equipment Bureau were very straightforward. After the opening remarks, they handed over the initiative of the meeting to Gao Zhendong. The main reason was that no one knew what he wanted to say to the comrades.

Gao Zhendong didn't rush into a long speech at first, but was very interested in some details.

"Hello, comrades from the overhaul factory. Let's not talk about those more mysterious things first. Let's take a look at what we have in our hands now." It was not very friendly to the comrades from the overhaul factory to start with something mysterious. Because of their professional direction, they were clear about the applied technology and the details of the aircraft, but were relatively weak in theory.

This is the direction of talent selection determined by the content of the work and has little to do with ability.

Therefore, Gao Zhendong decided to start with the work they were familiar with, so that the comrades could slowly get into the atmosphere. Otherwise, it would be inappropriate to start with a high-profile approach.

"Chief Engineer Gao, please feel free to ask any questions you have. Our comrades will report to you without reservation." The comrade from the Air Equipment Bureau said with a smile.

According to years of experience, the more Gao Zhendong asked and the more he talked, the more benefits the Air Force gained.

At the same time, this is also to set the tone for the comrades in the overhaul plant. You don't have to worry about the questions asked by "Chief Engineer Gao". Just answer whatever he asks. Your work is completely open to him.

Although they had received such instructions long ago, the comrades from the Air Equipment Bureau reiterated their position at the meeting, which made the comrades from the overhaul factory feel once again that the young man in front of them was extraordinary.

"You use a preset program to control your Z-5 target, right?" Gao Zhendong said with a smile. Gao Zhendong was almost certain, but it would be better to confirm this matter.

There is a huge difference between drones and UAVs.

As expected, the chief engineer of the overhaul factory, Comrade Bingqian, nodded. It was probably because the Zhan-5 target project was not considered a serious major project by many parties, including the overhaul factory, so Chief Engineer Cheng could not be called the chief designer of the model.

After nodding, he continued, "Yes, our technical capabilities are limited. We can't control it remotely. We can only work hard on the predetermined procedures to maintain the continuation of the project."

Hmm? Gao Zhendong felt that this sentence was familiar.

Chief Engineer Cheng's words clearly showed their current situation.

Since their main skills are in aircraft repair, they are a little struggling when it comes to actual drones. Fortunately, the Air Force's requirements are relatively clear and in line with their requirements, and target drones don't require much work.

As long as the aircraft can take off and fly to the target area according to the predetermined procedure, if it is shot down, it means that both the aircraft and the target object have completed their mission well.

If it fails to hit the target, then the target drone has completed its mission well and can just self-destruct according to the predetermined program. After all, it is a one-time deal, as long as it does not land, everything will be fine.

As the target object to be hit, the target aircraft does not even require very high control accuracy of the flight program. It is fine as long as it can fly into the target area at a roughly predetermined speed and direction. It would be even better if it can complete several maneuvers according to the predetermined program.

As for whether the target shooting equipment can detect and shoot down the target, that is the business of the target shooting equipment itself.

As for what he said about "maintenance", to some extent, it has really entered the maintenance stage, but it is limited to the Z-5, because the MiG-5/15 series including the Z-17 are beginning to be retired, so it is maintenance.

Gao Zhendong nodded in appreciation. Although this thing is relatively simple, it does not mean that the comrades in the overhaul factory are incompetent. When they were formed, their ability was not in this direction. Developing this Z-5 target is an overfulfillment of the mission.

Moreover, their choice of technology is also very rational. The advantage of program control is that the technology is relatively simple. Although it cannot complete too complicated tasks, people can really complete the assigned tasks and are not limited to being targets.

"In that case, then it would be most appropriate to entrust the next task to you." Gao Zhendong said with a smile.

His words greatly encouraged the comrades, and their confidence increased immediately.

The great scientists in Beijing affirmed our work and made it clear that we are capable of the next stage of tasks, which is very meaningful to the comrades in the overhaul factory.

It doesn't mean that they blindly follow experts. For comrades, if you say they are not good enough, they may secretly be determined to bite off the bone. The results may be good or bad. After all, the laws of science are still there, but the comrades are definitely not inferior in momentum. However, recognition from authority is something to be proud of for any team and individual.

"Chief Engineer Gao, what is the next task?" asked Chief Engineer Cheng.

"Anti-radiation patrol drone!" Gao Zhendong said with a smile.

Gao Zhendong's answer silenced Chief Engineer Cheng.

The main reason is that the name is really misleading. Patrol flight is easy to do. For a top application technician like Chief Engineer Cheng, he can come up with a solution by thinking about it.

But the three words "anti-radiation" can indeed silence them instantly.

If modifying program-controlled drones is still related to their original professional work, then the professional field of anti-radiation has nothing to do with them at all.

"Chief Engineer Gao, isn't this a bit inappropriate? We are not afraid of difficulties. The main reason is that the gap between this profession and our abilities is really too far, and we are afraid of delaying our work." Chief Engineer Cheng looked at the Defense Work Committee, the Air Equipment Bureau, and Gao Zhendong.

Now everyone with a discerning eye knows that some things are being prepared in full swing. Against this backdrop, personal work gains and losses are secondary. However, it is very bad to delay any work for personal glory or even for empty face.

The Defense Work Committee and the Air Equipment Bureau have not made any statement. On this matter, it’s right to listen to Gao Zhendong.

Gao Zhendong smiled and nodded: "Yes, very pragmatic, very restrained, very good work habits. But you don't have to worry about this matter. As for the anti-radiation patrol drone, you are in charge of the overall situation. I know you are most worried about the anti-radiation part, right?"

Chief Engineer Cheng nodded. Isn’t that it?

Gao Zhendong said: "Other comrades will be responsible for this part. What you need to do is to grasp the overall situation and make this drone meet the technical and tactical requirements. As for the anti-radiation seeker, it is just a component, just like the program flight controller you installed on the current Zhan-5 target. It is a very important device, but it cannot override the drone."

The anti-radiation seeker is an improvement made by our colleagues at the Missile Research Institute using a semi-active radar seeker, but an anti-radiation seeker is not only used for one type of missile.

"Comrade Zhendong, what is the difference between this anti-radiation cruise drone and anti-radiation missile?" The comrades from the Air Equipment Bureau were very interested. They had considered it after Gao Zhendong proposed this concept last time, but they had not yet fully thought it through.

Gao Zhendong said: "Anti-radiation missiles are anti-radar weapons that accompany assault forces in combat. Anti-radiation patrol drones can exist in high-threat airspace for a long time and always maintain a threat to enemy air defense firepower. The core of this thing is the word "patrol". You can imagine it as an aircraft with an anti-radiation missile hanging on it, but no one on it. However, the price of this patrol drone is much cheaper than that of an aircraft with missiles."

There is no need to say much about the technology here. The main difference is in the application, because the target audience is comrades from the Air Equipment Bureau.

The comrades from the Air Equipment Bureau thought about what Gao Zhendong said and soon understood the similarities and differences between the two. This thing is good. There is no one on it, so there are fewer concerns and scruples in using it. And the ability to patrol in the air for a long time maintains long-term suppression and threat to the enemy's air defense firepower.

"I understand, I understand."

The comrades in the overhaul factory also understood that if this was the case, if they could separate the professional and technical part, they would be really capable of doing it!

Although the requirements for programmed flight controllers for patrol flights are definitely much higher than those for target aircraft, the difficulty has been reduced to a level that they can handle. If it is still the same thing as before, there will be no point in doing it.

"Chief Engineer Gao, we can do this."

Gao Zhendong smiled and said, "But don't be too happy too soon, Chief Engineer Cheng. The difficulty of this equipment for you is at the second stage."

(End of this chapter)