The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 337 Comrade Xiaoguan, the 'powerful' one
Zhou Ren raised his hand and knocked on the door of the conference room twice.

However, everyone in the conference room was discussing so intensely that almost no one noticed his arrival.

He had no choice but to cough heavily and said, "Advisor Li is here, everyone stop for a moment."

As soon as the words fell, everyone immediately fell silent, and turned their heads to look towards the door.

"Okay, you turned a blind eye when the director knocked on the door, but turned around immediately when Consultant Li was mentioned." Seeing everyone's reactions, Rong Ke smiled and teased.

Zhou Ren snorted and said, "What's the big deal? If I heard it, I would turn around faster than them."

Hearing this, everyone in the room suppressed their laughter.

In order to win over Consultant Li, their director really did everything he could.

The atmosphere suddenly became cheerful.

"Okay, the joke is over. Consultant Li has come here in his busy schedule. You must seize the opportunity and ask any questions you have," Zhou Ren continued.

While speaking, he also used his eyes to hint at several senior researchers in the institute.
——They had agreed yesterday that if Li Mu came, they would make sure he could deeply experience the enthusiasm of their Materials Research Institute.

Although it was no longer possible to invite Li Mu to join them.

But this does not affect the continued friendship between the two sides - even if this friendship may come at the cost of people in the institute being "kidnapped".

After all, this is the famous Li Mu. Even Director Zhou Ren could give way to him, let alone just a few people.

In addition, the current relationship between the two sides is not very stable and needs to be strengthened.

Otherwise, once the research is completed, Li Mu will most likely just pat his butt and leave.

Then I have to go back to the previous state where I was always nowhere to be seen.

"I finally got this opportunity, I must not let it go!" Zhou Ren said in his heart as he watched Li Mu walk onto the stage surrounded by the crowd.

Regarding Zhou Ren’s overly passionate gaze.

Although Li Mu was somewhat aware of it, he didn't think there was anything wrong.

Because the expressions of everyone below are almost the same.

Those young researchers were even a little fanatical.

Facing their admiring eyes, Li Mu couldn't help but stand straighter.

He first asked: "Just now outside, I heard that everyone's discussion was basically focused on polymer materials. Which comrade can talk about it and summarize it for me?"

"Me!" The young researchers sitting in the front row raised their hands enthusiastically.

Li Mu casually pointed to a young face.

When the latter saw that he was chosen, he immediately stood up from his seat excitedly and said, "Advisor Li, hello, my name is Bai Hualin."

"Hello, don't be nervous, just speak slowly." Li Mu smiled and signaled the other party to relax.

Hearing this, Bai Hualin took a deep breath, and then calmed down his excited heart a little, and said:
"That's right, Consultant Li. What we just encountered was mainly a preparation problem."

"Polyethylene, polypropylene and polytetrafluoroethylene are the three polymer materials needed to develop radiation protection clothing. Currently, my country is still very dependent on imports and imitations."

"You mentioned the gas-phase fluidized bed method for preparing polyethylene, and the method of adding catalysts to polypropylene to improve efficiency. These are all very constructive, but we are still a little unclear about the detailed principles. I hope you can explain them more."

After he finished speaking, he looked at Li Mu expectantly.

So does everyone else.

In the 60s, the level of polymer materials in China was indeed not high, and theoretical research was relatively backward.

Although it is not certain that the finished product cannot be produced, the effect will definitely be unsatisfactory.

Li Mu nodded slightly, motioned Bai Hualin to sit down, and then said:

"Okay, let's discuss and study it together today. Let's talk about the gas phase fluidized bed method first."

"The current polyethylene synthesis method in the world is mainly high-density polyethylene made in the 50s using Ziegler-Natta type initiators. Using the above method, we can make linear low-density polyethylene."

"Of course, there is no difference between the two. It's just that the latter has better flexibility and uniform density, and is more suitable for radiation protection clothing..."

……

He didn't explain directly.

Instead, we should first explain to everyone why we should use low-density polyethylene.

Then continue to introduce the gas phase fluidized bed method:

"In theory, by passing the gas through the bed at a high flow rate, the solid particles in the bed can be moved and suspended in the main flow of the fluid for reaction."

"Solid particles are blown up by the fluid in the reactor and are suspended, allowing for violent up-and-down, left-and-right movements and tumbling, similar to the boiling of liquid."

"The advantages of this process are simplicity, reliability, safety and environmental protection. Of course, the disadvantage is that it is expensive..."

……

It took about two hours.

Li Mu solved the problems raised by Bai Hualin one by one.

Then I talked about some difficulties about metal oxides in advance, and while raising questions, I guided everyone to think and find the right ideas.

Of course, there is no way to deal with nano-ceramic fibers for the time being.

Since we can’t develop a scanning tunneling microscope, we can only wait.

After he finishes speaking.

Bai Hualin suddenly raised his hand and asked, "What about carbon fiber? Consultant Li, don't you plan to use carbon fiber in nuclear radiation protection clothing?"

After he asked.

Many professors also looked inquiringly.

They didn't believe that Li Mu would ignore this material.

Although carbon fiber cannot be produced in China now, everyone is clear about its performance. It is absolutely effective when used in radiation protection clothing.

"The problem of carbon fiber has actually been solved, and attempts at industrialization are underway. There is no need to worry about this." Li Mu said with a smile.

He remembered that there seemed to be one or two professors from the Institute of Materials participating in the research at the School of Aeronautics.

However, the research confidentiality level of the Xuanniao-1 helicopter is very high, and it is unlikely that it will be released before they succeed.

And it’s impossible to just say it once you come out.

"So that's it!" Everyone nodded with a look of sudden realization.

They said how could Li Mu ignore such important material.

……

Then, the meeting ended.

Everyone moved to the laboratory.

Theory complete, all that remains is hands-on practice.

Li Mu also joined in, intentionally or unintentionally guiding everyone on the method of the experiment.

Therefore, the progress is relatively rapid.

He estimated that it would take less than half a month to complete the laboratory preparation.

Of course, industrialization is not very possible.

"But this is enough. Let's protect the scientists first." Li Mu thought secretly in his heart.

……

We were busy until about 7: in the evening.

Li Mu had dinner.

Just got home.

Today, researchers at the Institute of Materials have basically been put on the right track.

Although there will inevitably be many problems later, they will not affect the completion of the overall plan.

He sat at the desk.

I opened the chat page first and looked at where Ask was now.

"San De?" Li Mu was slightly stunned when he saw the language on the WIFI.

He speaks good English and Big Brother.

But I am indeed not familiar with Dewen.

"Fuck! I didn't expect to be stuck on the language..." Looking at the densely packed Dewen WIFI list, Li Mu felt a little frustrated.

There might be information about scanning tunneling microscopy in it.

But he couldn't understand.

There was no other way. I had to ask Ask for help.

He sent a message: "How are you, are you still alive?"

"...I'm still alive. I came to Sande with her. I just got off the plane and am on the way to the hotel now." Ask replied almost instantly.

There was nothing he could do, with a young rich woman sitting next to him, so he could only play with his phone to hide his embarrassment.

Li Mu smiled and said:

"That's not bad. Keep it up and take her to more places. It's best if you keep yourself busy."

"This way, there's no time to think about other things."

"By the way, I have something to ask you. Do you know about scanning tunneling microscopes? My friend wants to get one recently. I heard that there are models ranging from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands, but he doesn't know the difference. Can you give me some advice?"

He asked directly.

"Scanning tunneling microscope, I know this. I've used it before to study the structure and dynamic changes of biological macromolecules. I'm coming to Sande this time and I'm planning to buy a cheap one. If your friend wants to buy one, you have to first confirm the need." Ask replied.

The moment I saw the news.

Li Mu's eyes lit up.

Ask is going to buy a scanning tunneling microscope, which will give him access to core information.

So the only problem he had to solve now was that he couldn't understand the text.

Thinking of this, he made up a reason and said:
"His child is in high school, studying science. He has some talent in physics, and he wants to cultivate it, so he plans to buy one for his child to study the microstructure and electronic behavior of armed helicopters."

"So that's how it is. Then just buy one worth a few thousand dollars. It should be enough to explore the basic properties of matter." Ask had no doubts.

After all, a cheap scanning tunneling microscope is not a particularly sophisticated instrument.

Li Mu waited for a while, then said:
"I just told my friend, and he asked me to thank you for him."

"But he said he still wants you to recommend him."

"It would be best if Sande could help me buy one."

You have to do your best when performing a play.

Since I have made up a reason, I certainly can't just get away with it.

Moreover, this excuse would allow Ask to stay longer at the place where he purchased the scanning tunneling microscope.

He can also have more time to learn literature.

"No problem, it's just something that happens easily. I'll make a recommendation list for you when the time comes." Ask agreed without even thinking about it.

……

End the chat.

Li Mu stood up immediately.

His eyes first swept across the bookshelves in the study.

I can't even see the original documents.

After thinking about it, he went to the living room, picked up the phone and called Guan Jianmin.

"Hello, it's me. Do you want to go out now?" The latter's voice came from the other end of the phone, with a hint of doubt.

Li Mu said: "Help me find a dictionary and bring it to me as soon as possible."

It would be quite troublesome for him to look for it himself.

It would be better to let Guan Jianmin do it directly.

"Dewen Dictionary, what do you want that for?" Guan Jianmin was even more confused, but then he said, "I'll go find it now and bring it to you later."

Li Mu said: "I plan to study the academic literature of Sande, but I have never studied Dewen before, so I will take a look."

"Okay." Guan Jianmin nodded and hung up the phone.

……

About 15 minutes passed.

There were two knocks on the door.

Li Mu, who was having a headache looking at a bunch of unfamiliar WIFI names, immediately got up and opened the door.

After the door opened, it turned out to be Guan Jianmin.

He handed a thick German dictionary to Li Mu and said, "It's a good thing you asked me, otherwise you wouldn't be able to find it in any ordinary bookstore."

"Yes, yes, our Comrade Xiaoguan is very powerful and deserves praise." Li Mu took the dictionary with a smile, and prepared to close the door.

But halfway through the conversation, he looked up and asked, "Why don't you come in and sit down?"

"No thanks, I won't bother you." Guan Jianmin rolled his eyes, thinking that he was asking right when the door was about to close, which showed no sincerity at all.

But seeing Li Mu return his gaze to the dictionary after he finished speaking, he couldn't help but say, "Remember to go to bed early and don't stay up too late."

He was familiar with Li Mu's habits.

In this state, I will probably have to stay up late again.

"I know, just like an old lady." Li Mu was stunned when he heard that, then raised his head again.

Looking at Guan Jianmin's concerned eyes, his heart felt slightly warm.

Guan Jianmin: "I just said one more thing, you should have just gone ahead and complained!"

Although I was secretly complaining in my heart.

But he did not continue nagging to disturb Li Mu's research, and soon turned around and left.

……

After closing the door.

Li Mu returned to the study.

Take a deep breath, use your brain to its full potential, and start memorizing the dictionary.

Time was tight and he couldn't study slowly.

But the good thing is that as long as you know the words and can understand the general meaning, it will be fine.

So memorizing it by rote is the best way.

……

Two hours later.

Li Mu closed the Dewen dictionary.

With his eyes closed, he recalled all the words in his mind.

"Almost there!" He suddenly opened his eyes.

Open the chat page.

Those WFIFI names are no longer astronomical.

Although I still need to slowly look for the words in my mind to compare.

But there is no big problem in understanding the basic meaning.

"Hiss, I forgot to ask Ask where to buy it!" When Li Mu was about to look for it, he suddenly realized that he had forgotten to ask Ask where to buy it.

He hesitated for a few seconds, then sent a message directly: "Asker, my friend wants to compare more brands. Which one did you buy?"

It’s definitely not possible to find it by yourself.

Now is the time to race against time.

"Brook Company specializes in producing equipment in this area and is very capable. But if your friend wants to see other things, that's fine. I can sort them out." Ask replied quickly.

Obviously, he was still looking down at his phone.

Li Mu said: "Isn't it too much trouble for you?"

"It's okay, Li, your friends are my friends, and it doesn't take much effort to get this information," said Ask.

After saying this, he prepared to ask a friend who was familiar with this matter to check it out.

But the message was halfway sent when it suddenly stopped.

He looked at the wealthy young woman who was talking to the hotel receptionist and thought that perhaps he could let her do it.

No, she must do it.

Thinking of what Li Mu had said to him, Ask immediately made up his mind: "I will use her ruthlessly and make her retreat when she sees difficulty!"

……

(End of this chapter)