The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 453: Increasing Research Staff
"Reconstructing the rules of future air combat and achieving 'cross-generational crushing' through intelligent, networked and energy weapons..." Li Mu quickly read the entire report.

After seeing the gap between the sixth-generation aircraft and the fifth-generation aircraft.

He couldn't help but feel his blood boiling.

1.5 Mach supersonic cruise throughout the entire journey, with a maximum speed exceeding Mach 5.

Not to mention its leading position in stealth performance, radar detection and situational awareness capabilities, weapon systems and human-machine collaborative combat capabilities.

Just speed.

They are all enough to defeat the fifth-generation aircraft.

"If we can get some technologies out in advance, maybe we can develop the sixth-generation aircraft earlier." Li Mu took a deep breath and thought to himself.

He doesn't dare to think about it now, and it's not realistic.

However, there is no problem in improving some technologies that are still concepts, or bringing forward some technologies that no one has yet developed.

……

Aviation College, at the main gate.

I learned that Li Mu would come today.

Dean Tang Yanjie was waiting here early.

And behind him.

They are Wang Shicun, Huang Qianqian, Tu Jida, Lu Xiaopeng, Song Wencong and others.

Except for Tang Yanjie, they didn't know that Li Mu was coming.

But I saw that the dean was waiting here.

It was obvious who was coming.

Just when they were chatting enthusiastically.

At the end of the road in the distance, where the sun rises, a figure walks out.

Without waiting to see his appearance clearly.

Tang Yanjie walked out first, saying as he walked:

"Advisor Li, you haven't eaten yet, right? Let's go to the cafeteria first."

"Why did you personally bring everyone out to pick me up? It seems a bit strange," Li Mu looked at the people around him and said jokingly.

Hearing this, Tang Yanjie smiled bitterly and said:
"I came here alone, but they saw me and followed me."

"I advised them to go back, but they refused to listen."

"They said they had to come over to greet you so that they could show respect and ask you for advice the first time. What can I do? I can only let them do what they want."

After he finished speaking.

Li Mu didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He looked at Huang Qianqian and the others and said:
"There's no need to do this. It will be the same when I get there!"

"We've been waiting, Consultant Li, how about we go to the cafeteria first and talk while eating?" Huang Qianqian said directly.

It's not hard to tell from his tone.

I'm afraid that recent research has encountered many twists and turns.

"Let's go." Li Mu nodded slightly and said.

……

Soon, everyone came to the dining hall.

After finishing the meal.

Found a place to sit down.

Without waiting for Li Mu to ask.

Huang Qian and others then told everyone about the problems they had encountered during this period.

First, there is the issue of aerodynamic design.

Components such as the engine's intake duct, compressor and turbine all require extremely precise aerodynamic design to optimize airflow and improve efficiency.

This is a big difficulty for everyone.

Even with the help of CAD, progress is still not good.

Of course, it's not that there is no progress, it's just a little bit slow.

Let’s talk about the end.

Huang Qian couldn't help but sighed and said:

"Based on our current research progress, it will probably take another half a year to completely complete the design of the core machine."

Hearing his words.

The others couldn't help but put down their chopsticks and began to sigh, with a bit of shame on their faces.

After all, the direction Li Mu gave them was already quite clear.

The reason they can't produce any results is purely because they are not motivated enough.

"Dear professors, please don't worry. I have had more ideas about the design of the core machine recently, which should be helpful to your research." Li Mu said with a smile.

Hearing this, Huang's eyes suddenly lit up and said:
"Please give me some advice, Advisor Li!"

The core engine is the key part of the aircraft engine, consisting of a compressor, combustion chamber, turbine and main shaft.

Its quality directly affects the engine's efficiency, thrust and fuel economy.

If the core machine can't be figured out.

No matter how powerful the Wulong-1 fighter is, it is just a castle in the air.

"Okay, then I'll tell you about it and give you guys some reference..." Li Mu continued.

What they are currently researching is the big brother's AL-31FN engine.

Compared with the WS-10 later adopted by the J-10, this engine's material process relies more on traditional high-temperature alloys.

The control system and cooling technology are also relatively backward.

But there are also advantages to being behind - at least they can make it.

Full authority digital control, such as that used by WS-10, is extremely difficult to achieve now.

Even if it's barely done.

Ultimately, it will be impossible to reach the level of later generations, and the actual effect may not even be better than the mechanical hydraulic control of AL-31FN.

……

It took more than an hour.

Li Mu started with the high-pressure compressor of the AL-31FN engine.

Always talking about its control system.

Of course, when analyzing mechanical hydraulic control.

He also mentioned in passing the partial digital control design of this engine's later improved version.

With their current level of semiconductors and computers.

It is difficult to fully implement full-authority digital control, but partial implementation is not a big problem.

At the end, Li Mu briefly summarized:

“The high thrust-to-weight ratio is achieved through lightweight design and efficient compression technology, and the high turbine inlet temperature is supported by single-crystal blades and advanced cooling technology.”

“And with modular design, we take both reliability and maintainability into consideration.”

"This will be a major direction for our future research. If you have any questions, you can ask me now."

After he finished speaking.

Huang Qian and others around him did not raise their hands in a hurry.

Instead, they looked at the notes in their hands, each of them lost in thought.

After a long time.

Huang just uttered an exclamation before saying:
"Advisor Li's ability is truly admirable!"

They spent so much time and only managed to come up with some ideas.

As a result, Li Mu arrived.

Not only does it give clearer ideas.

Even a preliminary plan was given directly.

This talent has left them, and even the entire era, far behind.

Tu Jida and others on the side also smiled and praised:
"What Professor Huang said is what we want to say!"

"Variable stator blades are used to optimize surge margin and efficiency, and titanium alloy and nickel-based high-temperature alloy blades are used to enhance high temperature and high pressure resistance!"

"It may take at least two or three months for us to think of these things!"

……

The professors spoke one after another, their eyes filled with admiration and respect.

They have been studying it for half their lives.

I have seen many geniuses, but I have also come across a few who are one in a million.

But Li Mu's case is unique.

Even if we look at the entire history of the development of world civilization, it is unique.

"Thank you, thank you. There are still many problems." Li Mu said with a smile.

It has become his habit to leave some loopholes in what he said.

And because I believe in the level of Huang Qian and others.

So this time it’s double the difficulty and more difficult version.

After all, these professors are all bigwigs who have been in the aerospace field for decades.

Ordinary little problems can be seen at a glance.

If you don't increase the difficulty, it will be easy to be suspected.

"If there are any problems, they are just minor ones, nothing at all." Huang Qianqian said with a smile.

Just when Li Mu was about to continue to say a few humble words.

Tang Yanjie said:

"Okay, okay, are you guys going to eat or not? The food is getting cold!"

After everyone heard this, they reacted.

This lunch took almost 2 hours.

Moreover, almost no one moved their chopsticks, and the aluminum lunch boxes were still full of food.

"Dean Tang is right. Let's eat quickly. We can't do research on an empty stomach." Li Mu laughed.

After saying that, he picked up the chopsticks first.

Seeing this, the others also hurriedly started eating.

……

After a meal.

Li Mu was taken directly to the laboratory by Huang Qian and others to continue discussing the design of the core machine.

High-pressure compressor, combustion chamber, high-pressure turbine, low-pressure turbine, main shaft, cooling system and control system.

The high-pressure turbine and the low-pressure turbine are counted as one part.

There are 6 parts in total.

There are 12 people, with every two people responsible for one part.

After dividing into groups.

The next step is to improve the theoretical research.

First, let’s talk about the high-pressure compressor.

The high-pressure compressor used in the AL-31FN engine is a 9-stage axial-flow high-pressure compressor.

In terms of aerodynamic design, its blade shape uses a high-lift blade design, and the leading and trailing edges of the blades are precisely processed to reduce flow separation and turbulence losses.

In terms of flow channel design, the flow channel gradually shrinks and the host increases the air pressure.

It will also reduce end wall loss and secondary retention loss through three-dimensional startup optimization.

The most critical one is the adjustable stator blade technology.

This technology, which can effectively solve the problem of surging not occurring under off-design conditions, only appeared in the 80s.

With the current level of technology, it is still quite difficult to achieve this.

Li Mu said:
"During the meal, I briefly explained its technical principle: by adjusting the angle of the stator blades, the direction and speed of the airflow can be changed, thereby affecting the working state of the compressor."

“Let me explain how it works.”

"As the compressor speed decreases from its design value, the stator blade angles are gradually closed to allow the air to flow to the following rotor blades at the appropriate angle. Conversely, as the compressor speed increases, the stator blade angles are gradually opened..."

He did not hesitate to analyze the principles.

After all, given the current situation, it is not easy to develop adjustable stator blades.

The clearer the explanation, the more it will help people conduct research.

And besides Song Wencong.

Most of the people here are over 50 years old, so there is no need to worry about affecting their future development. Just fill in as much information as you can.

……

Seven days later.

Facing the rising sun in the east.

Li Mu walked out of the laboratory of the Institute of Aeronautics.

I only took two steps.

My steps couldn't help but feel a little unsteady.

Guan Jianmin and General Zhao, who were outside the door, were so frightened that they rushed forward and supported him on the left and right.

"It's okay, it's okay, my legs are just a little numb." Li Mu waved his hand and stood up again.

If these two people report this matter.

He might be forced to take a few days off again.

Hearing this, Guan Jianmin said speechlessly: "Okay, stop being so stubborn, go back and have some sleep first."

"You can also call Professor Huang and the others and ask them to have a rest as well." Li Mu said.

This night, it wasn't just him.

Huang and the others were also very tired.

But judging from the results.

Still pretty good.

At least regarding the core engine, there won't be any major problems in the short term. He can also start to consider the research issues of other parts of the Weilong-1 fighter.

After all, a fighter jet is not something that can be used just by having an engine.

Research on the fuselage, weapon system, radar system, electronic system and flight control system also needs to be put on the agenda as soon as possible.

"Thinking about it this way, this small team may not be enough. I have to ask for more people from above." Li Mu thought to himself.

While thinking, he returned to the dormitory.

After a simple wash, he went straight to bed.

……

Rest until about 2pm.

Li Mucai woke up from the bed.

Just sat up.

He smelled the aroma of food coming from outside the door.

Look closely.

I saw Guan Jianmin and two young soldiers walking into the room carrying a pile of lunch boxes.

The former saw him and said:

"I knew it was almost time for you to wake up."

"Let's eat first and fill our stomachs."

"Eat some white porridge first. It's been cooked all night. Don't eat anything with a lot of oil or salt right away."

Guan Jianmin opened the lunch box as he spoke.

"I'm afraid that just plain porridge isn't enough!" Li Mu touched his rumbling stomach and walked forward.

He consumed a lot of energy that night.

If I only eat plain porridge, these fifteen boxes in front of me can only make me half full at most.

Hearing this, Guan Jianmin took the lunch box from a little soldier and said:

"There are also steamed buns stuffed with pork and cabbage. There are 3 in each box, 21 in total. If it's not enough, I'll get more."

"Let's eat first." Li Mu couldn't wait any longer.

After saying that, he sat down and began to eat voraciously.

……

Less than 15 minutes.

Li Mu swept away all the things.

He ate all the porridge, and not a single grain of rice remained in the lunch box.

As for the big meat buns, there is no need to mention them.

I eat two bites each and feel so comfortable and satisfied.

Guan Jianmin saw that he had finished eating, and worried that he was not full, he said: "Do you want me to go to the cafeteria to get some more?"

"It's good to be 8% full. It's not good to eat too much. It will make you sleepy. Besides, it will be time for dinner in a few hours." Li Mu said with a smile.

Hearing this, Guan Jianmin did not insist.

After all, even if he was only 8% full, the amount Li Mu ate was still astonishing.

If there hadn't been any problems.

The country will never sit idly by.

"By the way, you go see Dean Tang later..." Li Mu continued.

The words are not finished yet.

Tang Yanjie's voice came from outside, saying:

"Advisor Li, why do I hear you're looking for me?"

The words have not yet fallen.

People have already walked in.

"There is indeed something going on. The engine research of the Weilong-1 has basically been put on the right track. I would like to apply to the higher authorities to increase the number of research personnel." Li Mu said directly.

Hear this.

Tang Yanjie laughed loudly and said:
"We've been waiting for you to say this. We've already prepared the people!"

"And during your absence, they have already begun organizing the current research materials."

"When you return from vacation, I will start researching with you right away. If we are short of people, just let me know and we will fill them up right away."

The Weilong-1 fighter jet is a national key military research project.

The permissions possessed are quite high.

That is to say, Li Mu didn’t mention it.

Otherwise, even a research team of several hundred people can be set up in a week.

"Since you are well prepared, that's the best." Li Mu nodded slightly.

But halfway through his laugh, he suddenly realized something was wrong.

take a vacation?

When did this happen?
Why don't you know?
Li Mu quickly stood up and walked out, saying:

"There's no time to lose. I think we should start right away."

"For the fuselage design of the Dragon-1, I plan to use a single-seat metal structure."

"The front and back air intakes can be made into conical shapes, which is beneficial..."

He hasn't finished speaking yet.

The person has been stopped by Guan Jianmin.

"Okay, Consultant Li, you should take a two-day break first. Otherwise, the higher-ups will be worried, and we won't be worried either!" Tang Yanjie said with a smile.

Hearing this, Li Mu felt helpless.

He also knew that he would not be able to hide this time.

……

Afterwards, Li Mu didn’t even see Huang and the others for the last time.

He was "driven" out of the Aviation Academy.

After walking along a mountain road.

He got on the car and returned to Kyoto.

……

Beijing Institute of Technology.

It's the end of the semester.

On the corridor lined with sycamore trees.

The students' footsteps became much more hurried.

Even students with good grades.

At this time, no one dares to slack off.

What's more, there was a famous study maniac in their class.

I get up at 5 o'clock every morning and go to bed at 12 o'clock at night. Except for eating and sleeping, all the time in between is spent on studying.

In terms of academic performance in various subjects, he has long been ranked first in his major.

And it is not enough to complete the study of this major.

I even learned subject knowledge in other majors.

With the special approval of the dean, I took the exam for that major and achieved the second best result.

There is such a "role model".

Of course, the other students did not want to be left behind and started learning together.

Qian Shuyan walked side by side with Li Mu and said:

"This Gao Jialin is even more eager to learn than you were back then."

"It's not enough to get second place in someone else's major. They say they're going to get first place next time."

"He also plans to study a few more majors. I'm a little unsure whether I should let him take the exam."

He said this with a helpless tone.

But the smile on his face was never heard.

After all, having such students is definitely a good thing for the learning atmosphere of the entire school.

We are all college students. Isn’t it shameful that we can’t even pass the exam as well as a student from a different major?

If you feel ashamed, you have to study hard.

"Can his body withstand such studying?" Li Mu was more worried about Gao Jialin's health.

Upon hearing this, Qian Shuyan said:
"Don't worry about that. The school has been keeping an eye on his situation."

"As soon as we find something wrong, we will intervene immediately."

"We also provide a special subsidy for his food to ensure that he can eat well and have enough."

In the past two years, the country's economic situation has achieved considerable development.

The grain output has also increased significantly.

The investment in education is naturally greater.

For students like Gao Jialin, food is absolutely guaranteed, apart from anything else.

"That's good." Li Mu nodded and felt relieved.

Just as they were talking.

I happened to walk near the library.

"Oh, what a coincidence. Gao Jialin is reading a book over there. Do you want to go and meet him?" Qian Shuyan suddenly pointed to the distance and said.

Li Mu looked in the direction where his finger was pointing.

Sure enough, I saw Gao Jialin who was reading a book intently.

He thought for a while and said:

"Let's not disturb him for now. He is busy with his exams. Let's talk about it after he finishes them."

"I want to take mechanical engineering, software engineering, and materials science."

"These three majors are not easy to pass. Even I may not be able to get first place in all of them."

Li Mu was quite impressed with this young man who was admitted to Beijing Institute of Technology with his financial support.

This person, who has never appeared in history books, has displayed talent that is no less than that of many famous experts and scholars.

Of course, it cannot be said that without me, Gao Jialin would be unknown.

Maybe the other party just chose to remain anonymous like many other scientists in Xia State, so he had no way of knowing.

"But no matter what, it's worth training well!" Li Mu said in his heart.

Talent is indispensable for scientific research.

It is far from enough to just discover some famous experts and professors of later generations.

"I'm afraid few people will believe you when you say this." Qian Shuyan joked with a smile.

Although Gao Jialin is very capable, his enthusiasm for learning is even slightly greater than Li Mu's.

But in terms of talent, there is a huge difference.

They are all geniuses.

However, there is still an insurmountable gap between geniuses.

……

The two were talking.

Come to the game R&D center.

This is also the main purpose of Li Mu's trip.

After Zhang Kai and Li Jian came to see him last time.

He said he would go back and discuss it with everyone.

But there was no news at all.

The guard at the entrance of the special building did not see them coming.

He could only come here by himself.

Walking into the building.

Suddenly, Alexei came towards them.

see him.

The latter had a complicated expression and said, "Advisor Li, long time no see."

"Long time no see, Professor Alexei." Li Mu shook hands with the other party in a friendly manner and said with a smile.

I saw that he looked normal.

Alexei's expression relaxed a little, and he said:
"Advisor Li, what have you been busy with recently? I feel like I haven't seen you for a long time."

After he finished speaking, he stared at Li Mu closely.

After all, we agreed to study the game together.

As a result, he is preparing to work on "War 2".

Li Mu couldn't even see anyone.

"Of course I'm researching games. What else can I research?" Li Mu said without blushing.

Hearing this, Alexei's face became more suspicious and he said:

"Studying games? What games? Can you tell me about them?

He cursed in his heart, wondering if he really thought he was so easy to fool.

The conditions here in the game R&D center building are almost the best except for Xia Country’s semiconductor group.

If Li Mu wanted to study games, he would definitely not be able to avoid these two places.

But he learned from the professors from the semiconductor group's gaming department who came to communicate that the other party was not there at all.

How could he be studying the game when he is not at either side?

It was a pity that he had assured him so solemnly that Li Mu had absolutely nothing to do with Hetu!
"No problem. I believe that being able to communicate with you will be of great help to me." Li Mu said with a smile.

Then, he talked about some of the development concepts of future games and said:
"Now our technology has made great progress, and the game content that the hardware can accommodate has also increased greatly."

(End of this chapter)