The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 323 The Chief Designer Still Needs You, the 'Hetu'

"Using information technology and computer technology, weapons and equipment can realize networked, automated and real-time information collection, fusion, processing, transmission and display in early warning detection, intelligence reconnaissance, precision guidance, fire strike, command and control, and communication..."

……

He spoke slowly.

He would stop from time to time to explain some nouns.

For example, what is networking and what is automation.

From beginning to end, I first explained the concept of information warfare to everyone in detail.

But that's the case.

There are still many people who don’t understand.

After all, there are just too many new things.

Even scientists in related fields may not be able to figure it out in a short period of time.

After thinking for a while, Li Mu added:
"The most essential differences between information warfare and traditional warfare are actually only three points: First, the dominant role of information; the acquisition, processing and use of information can enable us to occupy a dominant position in the war and achieve precise strikes and information offense and defense."

“The second is multi-dimensional warfare, which expands the original war space to include land, sea, air, and even outer space.”

"The third is the application of high-tech equipment, precision-guided weapons, drones, etc...."

He explained this.

Everyone felt a lot better.

However, an officer immediately asked, "Advisor Li, we can understand the first two points, but why is there a drone in the last high-tech equipment?"

"This thing is quite expensive!"

"And the benefits are very limited. Compared to the investment, it's not proportional."

Hear the question.

Many people also showed puzzled looks.

But it’s not their fault.

After all, drones of this era are really expensive, and their application effect on the battlefield is just reconnaissance.

"You may have misunderstood. The drone I'm talking about is not like Emperor M's Firebee drone, or Big Brother's La-17 drone, but a smaller drone. The smallest one can even be as small as half the size of a palm." Li Mu stretched out his hand and gave an example.

The voice just fell.

Some senior generals could not help but exclaimed:
"How can there be such a small drone!"

"Yeah, and what can you do with such a small drone?"

"Advisor Li, you are not joking with us, are you?"

……

Everyone expressed doubts.

It’s not that they don’t believe Li Mu.

This is really too outrageous.

A palm-sized drone is probably alien technology.

Qin Yun believed in Li Mu very much and said, "Everyone please be quiet and listen to what Consultant Li has to say. I believe that since he can say it, it must be possible to achieve it."

After he spoke.

Everyone quieted down.

Li Mu then continued:
"It's normal that people don't believe it. After all, it takes a long time to accumulate technology to make it so small. But its role is beyond doubt."

"Everyone should know the purpose of the camera, which is to record images. The drone, which is as small as a palm, is responsible for transmitting the real-time situation of the battlefield through the camera."

"Through it, we can directly lock the location of the enemy's important strategic deployment, and then carry out precise strikes. Of course, it can also be directly loaded with weapons to launch suicide attacks on the enemy."

His words shocked everyone and made them stand there in shock.

Directly locking onto the opponent's headquarters can completely influence the direction of a war.

They all understand the accuracy of today's D bullets.

Even if their accuracy is not enough, the worst that can happen is a saturation coverage strike.

If the commander is eliminated, how can the opponent fight?
"How terrible!" Some senior generals even swallowed their saliva secretly and had a thought in their minds.

The drones that Li Mu mentioned, once realized, would be almost impossible to defend against.

After all, who would pay attention to something that is only the size of a palm and flying in the sky?

Even if you see it, you would probably think it's just a small bird.

Even Qin Yun was so shocked that he almost stood up after hearing this, and said, "Then with this drone, isn't it impossible to defend against it?"

Other senior generals also looked inquiringly.

This thing is fine to use on enemies.

But it is hard to say whether the enemy will not develop it in the future, so we must have means to counter it.

"Of course not. After all, it's still an electronic device. It will fall if it is subject to electromagnetic interference. There are ways to counter it." Li Mu said with a smile.

There is no perfect weapon in the world.

However, he did not go on to elaborate on the means of countermeasure.

After all, there aren’t even any drones yet.

Qin Yun also swallowed his saliva like everyone else and said, "This drone is an incredible thing!"

“Although the cost may be high.”

"But don't worry, the country will fully support your research. We will form a research team with you as the core, and we will spare no expense!"

His eyes were full of determination.

"There will definitely be initial investment, but don't worry, leader. A fully developed drone will not be particularly expensive. The more expensive one may be a few thousand, and the cheaper one will be a few hundred at most. Otherwise, I would not have brought it up." Li Mu said quickly.

Cheap drones in later generations only cost a few thousand yuan.

Converted to today, it is several hundred yuan more.

However, it is normal for it to be a bit more expensive if it meets military standards.

"How much?" Just this price made Qin Yun stand up excitedly.

He originally expected the base amount to be tens of millions.

As a result, Li Mu actually told him that it cost several hundred or several thousand yuan each.

Is this a drone?
The other senior generals and officers were also in an uproar:
“A few thousand dollars, I’m afraid it’s not even a fraction of what the M Emperor and Big Brother drones cost!”

"So cheap? What if we build tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of them and spread them all over the battlefield?"

"Shh~ Stop talking, stop talking. I have a picture in my mind. If this is true, it would be too scary. Who would dare to fight us?"

……

Although Li Mu did not introduce the performance of the drone in detail.

But no matter how bad it is.

Hundreds of thousands of drones carrying weapons and conducting reconnaissance and combat operations on the battlefield are enough to scare any country.

Of course, the premise is that no large mushrooms are used.

Facing this thing, no advanced weapons and equipment are useful. The main point is that all beings are equal.

The meeting didn't last long.

Those who are able to attend here are all senior commanders who have fought in countless battles and are very familiar with the battlefield.

Coupled with Li Mu's meticulous analysis and explanation, it didn't take too much time for him to have a basic understanding of the concept of information warfare.

The rest of the time was basically spent trying to get Li Mu to serve as a consultant in the equipment department of his own unit.

Xuanniao-1 helicopter, high-horsepower diesel military trucks, as well as radars and drones.

This is definitely a top military talent.

And the most important thing is that Li Mu is not even 24 years old.

No one knows how many incredible military weapons will be developed in the future.

……

Seeing that everyone was arguing endlessly.

In the end, it was Qin Yun who made the final decision, saying, "Go to the National Defense Equipment Committee as an advisor, with the same rank and salary as a professor, and enjoy a level 3 salary."

This decision immediately quieted down all the generals who were fighting for the position.

Even if they wanted to fight, they had to give up when they saw the strong Qin Yun.

"What do you think of this arrangement?" Qin Yun looked at Li Mu with an inquiring look.

He would not feel at ease leaving this precious child with anyone else. He could only sleep peacefully when the child was under his own eyes.

Li Mu said:
"I will obey your arrangement, but I hope the salary can be reduced."

"I am now a consultant in many research institutes and units, and my cumulative salary is almost higher than that of my superiors."

"How about this, just like other units, give them the 12th grade salary, or just don't give them at all."

Plus the National Defense Equipment Committee.

He currently serves as a consultant to eight organizations at the same time.

The monthly salary is 496 yuan.

You know, even the salary of the superior leader is only 644 yuan.

If we continue to raise the issue, it will easily lead to criticism.

"You have considered it very well, but it is impossible not to give it to you. Then I will give you a level 12 salary first, and then raise it to you when there is a chance." Qin Yun pondered for a moment, then said.

At this point, he finally understood the headache that his superiors were having.

This is a huge achievement, but it is really difficult to arrange.

Especially an all-round talent like Li Mu can play a significant role in many fields.

And we can't live without him anywhere.

As for not paying wages, that is definitely not a viable option.

I didn't make any mistakes, why not send it to me?

You say he took too much?
If there is anyone who can be as capable as Li Mu, they would even give him ten times the salary.

……

After agreeing on Li Mu's affiliation.

Qin Yun continued to mention the research issues at the Institute of Aeronautics.

He suggested:

"You have to do research at the Semiconductor Research Institute, work on the Xuanniao-1 helicopter at the Aviation Institute, and work on radar at the Radar Research Institute."

"Running back and forth is a bit too tiring."

"Let's not talk about the Semiconductor Research Institute and the Aviation Institute for now. I think we can put the research and development of military trucks and drones into the Radar Research Institute. What do you think?"

In terms of security level, the Radar Institute is lower than the Semiconductor Institute and the Aeronautical Institute.

But its distance is just right, being in the suburbs but not too far from the city.

It is located between the Institute of Aeronautics and the Institute of Semiconductors.

"Leader, please make the arrangements. Future research on drones will inevitably involve semiconductors, computers, and aerospace fields, which will make things a lot more convenient." Li Mu nodded happily.

Developing drones is definitely a long-term project.

Setting the location at the Radar Research Institute would also allow him to save a lot of time traveling back and forth on the road.

……

Seeing that Li Mu agreed, Qin Yun continued to talk to him about some follow-up matters.

Both the Xuanniao-1 helicopter and the drone will be key military projects in the future.

So it is natural to form a research team.

But before he could speak, Li Mu said, "I can continue to serve as a consultant. As for the main leader, we can find an experienced expert or professor."

You can do things.

But he didn't want to take up too high a position.

One reason is that I am too young, and the other is to give more people the opportunity to train.

His name is already big enough.

"We can find another expert to serve as the chief engineer, but I still want you, 'Hetu', to be the chief designer to continue to inspire the spirit of the people." Qin Yun said with a smile.

The River Map and the Heavenly Works are the two golden signs of the Xia Kingdom.

It is not only Li Mu's personal code name, but also a spiritual symbol of all scientific researchers who devote themselves to the country and are not interested in fame and fortune.

Hearing this, Li Mu nodded slightly and said, "Okay, then I'll use He Tu's identity."

……

In the evening, around 10 o'clock.

After the meeting.

Li Mu took Qin Yun's car back to the special building.

Because it was too late, the latter did not go upstairs to sit.

I just told him to take good care of himself.

Looking at the direction where the old coach Qin Yun left.

Li Mu seemed to hear those words again: "The future of the country is in your hands. Do your best!"

Such deep expectations made him feel a heavy weight on his shoulders.

"I still have to keep working hard!" He sighed, then turned around and went back home.

……

Open the door.

Just entered the living room.

Suddenly, he heard the sound of "clinking" of dishes and chopsticks coming from the kitchen.

Walk in and take a look.

"Xiao Ya!" Li Mu called out happily.

Wang Ya, who was holding noodles, was frightened by this. Her hands trembled slightly. She turned back and rolled her eyes at him, saying, "What are you shouting about?"

"I miss you now, have you finished your business in Sichuan?" Li Mu walked forward and held her in his arms.

Counting the time, the two have not seen each other for more than 30 days since they separated in Sichuan.

Wang Ya snorted in dissatisfaction and said, "It has been completed a long time ago, but leader Li Dazhang invited us to give lectures at various universities. We couldn't refuse such a kind invitation, so we stayed for another week."

"I see. That leader is indeed difficult to deal with." Li Mu thought of him and smiled slightly, then said, "By the way, I wrote you a letter. Did you receive it?"

He keenly noticed Wang Ya's little emotions.

"Write a letter? Idiot, do you know how long it takes for a letter to be sent from Kyoto to Sichuan?" Wang Ya's beautiful eyes widened slightly.

Li Mu said: "I thought you would stay longer, but it doesn't matter, if I can't see it, then I don't see it. I prefer to be a giant in action."

"A giant in action?" Wang Ya was stunned.

Soon, she noticed that Li Mu's eyes in front of her started to look strange, and the body she was holding became increasingly hot. She screamed "Ah~" and tried to run away.

But Li Mu would never let her run away.

He just picked her up by the waist and walked into the bedroom.

……

The next day, early.

Li Mu finished washing up and exercising.

When he returned home, he prepared breakfast for Wang Ya who was still sleeping.

After gently kissing her smooth forehead, he walked out of the house.

——Don't get me wrong, he didn't do anything last night.

Wang Ya had just returned from the train and was very tired. How could he bear to go through so much trouble?

While thinking, Li Mu walked downstairs.

Just as he was about to push his bicycle, he saw Guan Jianmin and Zhao Canjun walking towards him from a distance.

Looking at the old friend who had been with him for more than a year, he sighed.

Then put the bicycle stand back on.

"Try to take the car in the future. It will be more convenient for protection and it won't be easy for people to know where you are going." General Zhao stepped forward and explained.

Although Li Mu’s current identity has not been exposed.

But the necessary protection still needs to be provided.

Li Mu nodded and said with a smile: "Okay, I will have to trouble Brother Zhao and Jianmin again in the future."

After saying that, he got into the car that the two men drove.

(End of this chapter)