The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 330: Standing in the Center among the Academic Leaders

Teacher Qian Wu looked at his humble student and felt even more moved. He couldn't help but teased him, "You are always so calm in the face of adversity. I really don't know what kind of achievement would satisfy you."

"Compared to my personal achievements, I am more proud of the country's achievements." Li Mu said with a smile.

This sentence sounds like a polite remark.

But Master Qian Wu knew that this was Li Mu's sincere thought.

He smiled and said, "Then I'll wait for that day."

……

The two chatted for a while.

Li Mu hesitated for a while, then turned back to the study and handed over his completed development plan for the automated guided surface-to-air D missile to Master Qian Wu.

The latter looked at the manuscript paper, which was about five or six hundred pages thick and was almost as thick as a Xinhua Dictionary, and said in surprise: "Your graduation thesis is a bit too big!"

An average doctoral dissertation is only a few tens of thousands of words at most.

This is probably a detailed research plan that is almost as thick as all their research reports on the surface-to-air D bomb combined.

"I have been studying at the Aviation College recently and have gained more ideas. I would like to ask for your advice." Li Mu said modestly.

After hearing this, Master Qian Wu was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, and said quickly:

"If I want to finish reading this paper by myself, it will probably take me several days and nights."

"How about this, I'll take it to Beijing University of Science and Technology and ask Director Zhao Zhongyao to organize some people to review it with me."

“Once you pass that, you can graduate.”

"Actually, graduation is secondary. The main thing is that I feel that this plan does not have much room for improvement, and I want to try to see if I can get it done." Li Mu said with a smile.

Just a doctor.

Even though he was the first doctor in New Xia Country, he didn't care much.

He doesn't need any degree to elevate himself.

Even graduation might be a hassle for him.

Upon hearing this, Master Qian Wu smiled and said:

"You can't think like that. I don't know how many people are looking forward to your graduation."

"By then, you'll be very popular again."

"By then, it may be difficult for us at Beijing University of Science and Technology to invite you to give a lecture."

He wasn't joking.

Even though major universities are lukewarm towards Li Mu now, that’s because he is too busy and can’t find any opportunity to contact them.

Plus, he hasn't graduated yet, so he can't hold a position in the school.

Once he completed the defense, he graduated successfully.

Master Qian Wu dared to guarantee that the presidents of universities such as China Europe International Business School, Peking University, and Beijing University of Science and Technology would come to visit him with gifts on the same day.

"It's not that exaggerated. Besides, I don't really want to give any lectures. The previous times were just coincidences. I had no choice but to go ahead with it." Li Mu said helplessly.

He knew that once he started giving lectures, he would eventually run out of money.

Master Qian Wu smiled and said:
"You still need to improve your awareness. Lectures are not for yourself, but to pass on correct scientific knowledge and concepts to students."

"You have no idea how popular you are across the country."

"Even at Jiuquan, I can see many researchers holding the first edition of Software Engineering and reading your articles. Even I can't help but flipping through it from time to time."

These words left Li Mu speechless for a moment.

Seeing the surprise on his face.

Teacher Qian Wu explained: "Your understanding of the application of computer and software engineering to aerospace has undoubtedly surpassed the entire era and is worth learning from for everyone!"

……

After getting Li Mu's graduation thesis.

Master Qian Wu did not stay for too long.

So he took the thick manuscript paper and rushed to Beijing University of Science and Technology.

After arriving at the school, he immediately found Zhang Huaimin, the director of the teaching department, and asked him to organize people to review the graduation thesis.

Unexpectedly, after listening to what he said, the latter made a direct call to the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Guo Mo, who received the call, immediately asked Zhang Huaimin to organize experts and professors to review the manuscript. At the same time, a call came in:
"Yes, yes, Li Mu, his graduation thesis has been completed."

"It's about the automated guided surface-to-air D missile. Professor Qian Wu said that it's very advanced and has great hope of being successfully developed."

"What? You are coming in person, and military comrades are coming too..."

……

Following a call from Guo Mo.

All of a sudden, all eyes were focused on Beijing University of Science and Technology.

Some big names in the academic community are planning to attend Li Mu's defense on the day of his defense.

I didn't really go to listen to the defense.

However, Li Mu is usually elusive, so many experts and professors who want to learn and communicate with him are never given the chance.

Now that we have finally caught the person, we cannot let him go.

The instructions from above are also very fast.

The materials submitted by Master Qian Wu on that day.

In the afternoon, Li Mu was watching TV at home with Wang Ya when he received a call from Guo Mo: "Tomorrow morning at 8 o'clock, Beijing University of Science and Technology, you should prepare and come to the defense."

"So fast?" Li Mu was stunned when he heard the news.

Guo Mo smiled and said:

"You're the only one here, isn't it fast?"

"Anyway, with your level, passing the defense is easy. You don't need to prepare anything. Just show up."

"By the way, there will be many people from the academic community present, and they will probably come to you for advice, so you should be prepared for this."

He actually had something else to say.

Xia Guo's doctoral degree was originally established specifically for Li Mu, so how could it not be fast?

But this sounded like he was asking for special treatment, so he didn't say it.

"I don't have any leave tomorrow, how about postponing it for a few days?" Li Mu thought for a while and said.

This really caught him off guard.

The paper was submitted on the same day and the passionate defense began the next day. What a devilish schedule.

Guo Mo said:
"I've already requested leave for you. It'll be two days. Just come over."

"As for postponing it, that is absolutely not possible."

"Not only Professor He, a well-known expert in the academic community, will be here this time, but Qin Yun will also bring comrades from the military with him."

After he finished speaking.

Li Mu knew that he couldn't refuse.

Let the top military commander, Qin Yun, coordinate time for him?
He felt that he didn't have the courage to do so.

"Okay, I'll go for the defense tomorrow." After saying this, Li Mu hung up the phone, sat back on the sofa, and sighed.

Wang Ya, who was standing by, saw him like this and asked in confusion: "What's wrong? Isn't it just a defense?"

"The defense is simple, but the problem is that people don't go there to listen to the defense!" Li Mu sighed.

Were those people there for the defense? They were obviously jealous of him!

……

The next day, early.

After Li Mu washed up and finished exercising.

So I arrived at the campus of Beijing University of Science and Technology early.

When I revisited the place, the sycamore trees on campus were still lush and green, without much change.

After all, it hadn't been that long. Just as he was sighing, someone behind him suddenly called out, "Advisor Li?"

The tone was full of surprise.

Li Mu turned around and looked at the fifty-year-old professor standing in front of him: "Who are you?"

"My name is Zhou Peiyuan, and I work at the National Association for Science and Technology. I have heard of your name, Consultant Li, for a long time, but unfortunately I never had the chance to meet you. Today I finally get to meet you!" said the old professor with a smile.

Li Mu's name is well-known throughout the academic community.

Everyone knows that Xia Country has produced a talented scientist who has achieved fruitful results in multiple fields.

Hearing the name, Li Mu reacted and said, "It turns out to be Mr. Zhou. Nice to meet you. You are too kind. It is my honor to meet you."

Zhou Peiyuan, one of the academicians of the Xia Kingdom.

He made remarkable achievements in the basic theory of physics throughout his life. He developed the theory of turbulence in Einstein's general theory of relativity and the theory of turbulence in fluid mechanics, and laid the foundation for the theory of turbulence patterns.

Just when Zhou Peiyuan was smiling and preparing to say something else.

Another voice suddenly sounded: "Haha, Lao Zhou, this is really unkind of you. Why are you secretly meeting with Consultant Li alone?"

Looking closely, they were Hua Luogeng and another old professor whom I didn't recognize.

But those who can stand with him are at least at the level of academician.

Sure enough, Hua Luogengbian and Li Mu introduced him: "This is Professor Mao Yisheng, a civil engineer, bridge expert, and engineering educator in my country."

"Mr. Mao, nice to meet you." Li Mu hurried forward to greet you.

Every academician of Xia State can be regarded as a leading figure in the academic world.

Don’t be fooled by the fact that he is not very famous in later generations, his achievements are still not low.

He presided over the National Academy of Railway Sciences for more than 30 years, made outstanding contributions to the progress of railway science and technology, and was a pioneer in the application of soil mechanics in engineering.

A lifetime of achievements is also fruitful.

Mao Yisheng smiled and said:
"Nice to meet you, Consultant Li. I've long heard of you!"

"The CAD you developed has been a great help to us!"

"If you have the opportunity in the future, you must come to our Railway Research Institute for guidance. We warmly welcome you from all walks of life!"

His eyes were full of gratitude.

The emergence of CAD is revolutionary for any engineering research project.

In the past, it often took their Railway Research Institute several months to finalize the drawings of bridge designs.

But with the advent of CAD, this time was shortened to one month.

This will undoubtedly have a huge impact on the development of Xiaguo's railways, bridges and other industries.

If you want to be rich, build roads first.

Only when transportation is improved can Xia's economy truly develop.

"Thank you for your affirmation, Mr. Mao. I will definitely visit you if I have the chance." Li Mu replied with a smile.

But Mao Yisheng took what he thought were polite words seriously and said directly: "Okay, then all of us in the institute will wait for the day when you come."

"Hey, we can't favor one over the other, Consultant Li. Since you have gone to the Railway Research Institute, there is no reason for you not to come and visit our Institute of Mathematics." Hua Luogeng joked with a smile.

In fact, everyone knows what is in their mind.

Li Mu is so talented that he can succeed in anything he learns.

It would be a great thing if we could dig into our own research institute.

……

As they were talking, a few old professors came over from the end of the corridor.

Su Buqing, Li Shiguang, Cao Benxi...

Each of them is a well-known figure in the academic world. Even if they are not members of the academic department, they are leaders in their respective fields.

To get the attention of any one of them would be like a blessing from one’s ancestors.

But Li Mu just felt that his smile was a little stiff.

We are all seniors, so we should greet him politely and praise him in various ways. We can't just treat him coldly.

But one is fine, but if there are more than ten, my face will almost twitch with laughter.

Moreover, the gathering of so many big guys quickly attracted the attention of students in the school.

Although it is Sunday, there are still many students studying on campus.

After a while, many people came over.

Seeing this, Li Mu was about to interrupt everyone's boasting.

Then he heard Guo Mo's voice behind him: "Dear experts and professors, it's not convenient to talk here. I think you should follow me to the large conference room of our school."

Hear this.

Everyone's attention shifted away from Li Mu and said:

"Yes, yes, what's the point of standing here? Let's go to the conference room."

"We were so happy to see Consultant Li that we actually forgot about this."

"Come on, everyone, let Consultant Li go first."

……

Everyone was struggling over the question of who should take the lead.

As long as it is placed at the back, everyone will feel uneasy.

What if someone secretly gets in touch with Li Mu and kidnaps him?

"Not really, not really!" Li Mu, who was pushed to the front, had a look of despair on his face.

Standing in the center among so many faculty members and academic bigwigs really feels a bit like being in prison.

Although very reluctant.

Finally, Li Mu was surrounded by everyone and came to the conference room.

Seeing him, the eyes of dozens of experts and professors sitting inside suddenly lit up, and they all stood up from their seats and surrounded him:
"Advisor Li, I've heard a lot about you. I'm Zhao Huaguang, from the Precision Instruments Research Institute..."

"My name is Du Lei, director of the Institute of Chemistry..."

"I'm from the Materials Research Institute, Consultant Li. We've met before. After you finish your defense, are you free to have a quick meal?"

……

inside these people.

Li Mu had seen some of them before, and some of them he met for the first time.

But it's obvious.

They all have a common goal - to steal people.

The way they swarmed towards him made him worry that he might be knocked out and taken away.

Just as he was at a loss in front of everyone, Guo Mo's voice came from the radio in the conference room, "Ahem, everyone, please be quiet. Today is Comrade Li Mu's defense meeting. If there is anything, it won't be too late to talk about it later."

This sentence calmed the enthusiastic crowd down a little.

Although they still surrounded Li Mu and refused to leave.

But at least there was no more squeezing and pushing, and I just wanted to pull the person away.

……

Subsequently.

After Qin Yun arrived with his military comrades.

Everyone in the conference room slowly returned to their seats.

Li Mu walked onto the stage and began his defense.

First, let me introduce the automated guided surface-to-air D missile I designed:
"The design of this surface-to-air D missile uses the most advanced semiconductor technology and computer technology in China."

"Its automatic guidance software design can accurately lock onto the target, with an error of no more than 10 meters."

"Its response speed is extremely fast. It can launch an attack within 3 minutes of discovering the target, and it can make the D missile fly to the target without relying on ground guidance..."

(End of this chapter)