The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 458 Shield Machine

"Consultant Li Mu didn't achieve any results in semiconductors. Did you remember it wrongly?"

After he finished speaking.

Alfred could not help but stand there in a daze.

He looked at the newspaper on the table, confirmed that it was today's paper, and picked it up.

Then he asked:
"But your country's newspapers clearly stated..."

His voice suddenly faded away.

Anders, who was standing by, also changed his expression. He immediately moved closer and carefully read the contents of the newspaper.

Sure enough, it only said that Li Mu won the Nobel Prize.

But it did not say that he won the Physics Prize.

Even the long report above did not mention it, it only briefly said that he won the Chemistry Prize.

Qiao Guanghua said with a dark face:

"Have you forgotten? On the way, you kept asking me if Consultant Li Mu was He Tu, and I firmly denied it."

"You were the one who said that even if he wasn't, his achievements in fertilizers and pesticides would be enough to win the Nobel Prize in Chemistry."

"Now that the newspaper has been sent out, if you deny it, it will not be good news for our two countries."

Hear his words.

Alfred subconsciously wanted to explain, but was stopped by Anders.

The latter laughed and said:
"Of course not. I was there when he said that and I remember it clearly."

“Whether or not Consultant Li has any connection with Hetu, we believe he has the potential to win the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.”

"I can assure you of this. You can rest assured."

As he spoke, he observed Qiao Guanghua's expression.

I breathed a sigh of relief when I saw that his anger didn't seem fake.

It is impossible to deny.

If we offend the Xia Kingdom.

Not to mention the mission, there is a high possibility that the two countries will become enemies.

Although now they choose to stand on the side of Emperor M.

But this does not mean that they are willing to bring bad luck to Xia Kingdom.

"That's the best. Otherwise, I don't know how to explain this to my superiors." Qiao Guanghua snorted heavily, expressing his dissatisfaction.

At this time, Alfred also reacted and said quickly:
"I remembered it wrongly. Please forgive my impoliteness."

"Advisor Li Mu is absolutely qualified to win the Nobel Prize in Chemistry."

"Of course, so does Hetu. If they can receive the award together, it will definitely make your country's scientific community a sensation internationally!"

He did not continue to argue with Qiao Guanghua about Li Mu's identity.

Anyway, as long as people go to Ruidian, it's fine.

"This is not something I can decide." Qiao Guanghua's expression eased a little, but his tone was still a bit impolite.

Anders smiled and said:

"It's okay, we can take our time. We're not in a hurry. It's just that now that we've confirmed that we're going to participate in the selection."

"Then I wonder when you can arrange a meeting between Mr. Li Mu and Mr. Alfred?"

"Of course, it would be great if I could have the honor to participate. I also have great respect for this talented scholar and have always wanted to meet him."

As he spoke, he showed an expression of admiration.

It seemed as if he had really been fascinated by Li Mu for a long time.

Seeing this, Alfred couldn't help but sneer in his heart.

……

The other end.

Inside the Semiconductor Research Institute.

News about Li Mu winning the Nobel Prize.

It quickly spread throughout the institute.

Many experts and professors came to him to congratulate him.

Amidst the congratulations, some people reminded him to think carefully about accepting the award.

After all, the risks of going abroad are still very high.

Except for the hidden identity.

At the age of 24, Li Mu created many scientific research results that were of great help to the country and society.

It is also very eye-catching.

It would be fine if there is no chance, but if there is a chance, Emperor M will not let it go.

……

Director's office.

Seeing off the last batch of professors who came to congratulate us.

Li Mu sat back on the sofa.

Wang Shoujue, who was sitting in front of him, picked up the kettle on the stove with a smile and made him a cup of hot tea.

Not long after.

Wu Youxiang then walked in with Huang Xinhua.

As soon as the latter entered the door, he said:
"Congratulations! I didn't expect that your scientific research results would be recognized even abroad!"

"From now on, no country will dare to look down on the scientists of our Xia country!"

"The impression of backwardness and ignorance that was once placed on us will be wiped out from now on!"

It's not hard to tell from his attitude.

Most people were very happy that Li Mu won this award.

After all, for quite a long time, the Xia Kingdom lagged behind Western countries.

Although their technology has made considerable progress in recent years.

Even in some areas, it surpasses Emperor M and Big Brother.

But the overall development gap still exists.

"Professor Huang is right. Now you are famous all over the world!" Wu Youxiang laughed.

Wang Shoujue, who was standing by, was also preparing to offer his congratulations.

But Li Mu shook his head and said:

"I'm afraid I'm going to disappoint everyone. I won't accept this award."

It won’t last two days anyway.

The details of my refusal to accept the award should be revealed.

So there is no need to hide it from everyone.

However, Wang Shoujue and the other two were somewhat confused about this news.

Something big like this.

The higher-ups must have asked for Li Mu’s opinion.

But now it’s published in the newspapers.

But he said no.

It's a bit strange.

"Do you think it's unsafe to go abroad? Then you can ask someone to collect it on your behalf. It would be a waste not to take it. I heard that there is a bonus of about 15 Swiss francs." Huang Xinhua said.

He just finished speaking.

Wu Youxiang on the side shook his head and said:
"No, no, I was just happy before."

"Now that I think about it, this is a little too strange. Why would the Nobel Prize Committee suddenly give the prize to Li Mu?"

"You know, Western countries have always looked down on our Xia country. There is no reason for them to suddenly change their attitude. I think they are up to no good!"

After he finished speaking.

Huang Xinhua and Wang Shoujue also reacted quickly.

I’m afraid this year’s Nobel Prize is definitely not that simple.

Thinking of this, he immediately said:
"Then you must not go. If necessary, you must apply to the higher-ups to properly protect Li Mu."

Just a Nobel Prize.

At most, it can increase our international influence.

But those positions are far less important to Xia State than Li Mu.

I saw that everyone looked like they couldn't wait to rush to the leader to speak to me.

Li Mu said quickly:
"Director Wu, Director Wang, Professor Huang, don't worry. In fact, there is already an opportunity."

"Today's newspaper is just the first step."

"In a day or two, new information will be announced. We can just focus on the research."

After he finished speaking.

The three of them looked relieved.

But I'm still a little worried.

"There's no rush for research, your matter is more important." Huang Xinhua shook his head.

Most of the current research projects at the Institute of Semiconductor Research.

Most of them are in a stable development period, and it is difficult to find a breakthrough in the short term.

And even if it is really a critical time.

He also doesn't think any research can be more important than this.

Hearing this, Li Mu smiled and said, "What if the integration level is improved again?"

"That's not the case either!" Huang Xinhua said without any hesitation.

He wants to improve integration.

But all this is insignificant compared to Li Mu's safety.

Without Li Mu, there would be no semiconductors and integrated circuits in Xia Country today.

"How about giving us a little hint so we can relax a little? Of course, if it involves any secrets, then we don't need to tell you." Wang Shoujue said from the side.

Li Mu said:
"I really can't tell you the details, but I have no problem talking about other things."

"They want me to receive the Nobel Prize."

"Then I won't go to get it. Not only will I not go, but I will also get one myself and get our own."

His words stunned Wang Shoujue.

Lead your own?

"But haven't you already won the country's highest science and technology progress award?" he asked.

Wu Youxiang and Huang Xinhua were also somewhat confused.

This is the highest scientific and technological award currently awarded in Xia Country.

It would be a bit strange to hold another one.

Li Mu explained:
"This award is different. We want to hold an international award, comparable to the Nobel Prize."

“Their intentions are not pure.”

"Don't blame us for stepping on them to go up."

Hear this.

Wang Shoujue and the other two suddenly understood.

"You're right. The Nobel Prize is a foreign award. No matter how good it is, it's still a foreign award. If we can have one, that would be great!" Wang Shoujue said.

They think winning the Nobel Prize is a good thing.

It's just because I think it will help enhance the country's international reputation.

Apart from this, no one really cares about it.

Huang Xinhua on the side thought for a moment and said worriedly:

"But isn't that too hasty?"

"It seems that there are not many scientists with innovative achievements in China right now."

“If the results are insufficient, I’m afraid the results will be counterproductive.”

Compared to the Nobel Prize.

It's not an easy thing to do.

Judging from the current situation in Xia State, there are probably not many people who can win this award.

And if most of the awards in the first session were given to foreign countries.

I am afraid that we will become the laughing stock of the Western world.

"Don't worry about that. I should be able to get a place for the Chemistry Award. As for the others, we still have Hetu, Tiangong and the inventor of the 3+2-axis CNC machine tool." Li Mu said with a smile.

Hear this.

Huang Xinhua and the other two nodded unconsciously.

If that's the case, that's fine.

But soon, they realized belatedly that:
"Wait, aren't these all you?"

……

After a brief explanation.

The three people are Wu Youxiang, Wang Shoujue and Huang Xinhua.

Only then can I feel relieved.

Anyway.

Li Mu's safety always comes first.

then.

It seemed as if he just remembered what Li Mu had just said.

Huang Xinhua continued:

"By the way, you just mentioned a new method to improve integration. What is it?"

"After the integration level entered the 40W area, the breakthrough has been progressing very slowly."

"If nothing unexpected happens, it will probably take a year or two for me to break through to 100 million and meet your previous requirements."

40w is already a pretty good integration data.

However, there is still no way to fully meet the onboard computer requirements of the Weilong-1 fighter and the Xuanwu-1 main battle heavy tank.

Let me give you the simplest example.

In terms of processors, the lowest standard is 16 bits.

If 8 bits are used, the combat effectiveness will undoubtedly be greatly reduced.

Of course, 40W can barely produce the earliest 16-bit processors, but the effect will probably be unsatisfactory.

This is also the reason why Li Mu proposed 100w as the basic standard.

He thought for a while and said:

“My advice is to continue to innovate in light sources, optical systems, mask technology, photoresist materials, mechanics and control systems.”

"Take the light source, for example."

"At present, our distributed projection lithography machines mainly use mercury lamp light sources, mainly g-line and i-line ultraviolet light..."

He began to tell the story slowly.

Huang Xinhua and Wang Shoujue also quickly and skillfully took out paper and pen from their pockets and began to take notes.

Wu Youxiang, who was standing by, was also not idle, and kept making tea and pouring tea for them.

"In terms of light source, we can move closer to excimer laser light sources, such as KrF248 and ArF193, or even use extreme ultraviolet light sources." Li Mu made a brief summary.

Of course, the last extreme ultraviolet light source was just proposed to make up the number so that Huang Xinhua and others could have an idea first.

After all, in the future, breaking through extreme ultraviolet lithography technology will be an inevitable research plan for Xia Guo.

……

Finished talking about light source.

Li Mu then went on to talk about the optical system.

Currently their optical system is still in a relatively early stage.

The main projection optical system used is 2:1.

This technology projects the pattern on the mask onto the wafer at a 2:1 ratio. The design is relatively simple and the resolution is also significantly limited.

If it can be improved to 4:1 or even 5:1.

There will be no problem in meeting the 100w integration standard.

In addition, efforts can be made on high numerical aperture lenses and immersion optical systems.

However, with current technology, it is extremely difficult to advance research on all three at the same time.

Fortunately, there is no need to work too hard on the optical system.

Mask technology can include phase-shift mask, optical proximity correction and multiple patterning technology.

Photoresist materials are developing towards deep ultraviolet photoresist.

Mechanical and control systems develop precision alignment and leveling systems.

A multi-pronged approach.

It is enough to achieve a rapid breakthrough in integration in a short period of time.

……

It took about two hours.

Li Mucai finished explaining all the contents.

After he finished speaking.

Huang Xinhua quickly wrote down the last stroke and exclaimed:
"I didn't expect you could come up with so many solutions. Now all the 100w integration issues have been solved!"

He suddenly understood the feelings of Emperor M and Big Brother.

We haven't even developed the backward technology yet.

Li Mu came up with a bunch of updated plans at once, and the gap was too obvious.

And he was almost certain that these plans were highly credible.

Just give them some time.

There is no difficulty in breaking through 100w integration.

"Fortunately, such a genius comes from our Xia country!" Huang Xinhua felt deeply moved.

Wang Shoujue at the side also put down his notes and said with a smile:

"No wonder foreign countries even resorted to the trick of using the Nobel Prize to lure you out. It seems they are really desperate!"

It is not easy for the Nobel Prize to gain its current status and be recognized by scientists all over the world.

Just for one person, he risked damaging the reputation accumulated over half a century.

The cost is not high.

"There will be times when they get angry." Li Mu said with a smile.

Where is this?

As soon as the news about space-based weapons is released.

Emperor M would definitely be so anxious that he would jump up and down.

……

After solving the problem of theoretical direction.

soon.

Huang Xinhua led the team to carry out research.

Li Mu was not idle either.

Also participate in it and provide guidance.

Busy till evening.

He just returned home.

Enter the living room and take a rest on the sofa.

While closing his eyes to rest, he was thinking about the mechanical equipment issues related to digging tunnels through mountains.

The infrastructure of transportation facilities is still quite important.

Given his current status, there is no need for him to hide it deliberately.

There shouldn't be any big problems if we can keep producing one result every half a month.

"Tunnel boring machine, hydraulic drilling rig, roof boring machine..." Li Mu's eyes swept across the rows of equipment names.

Soon, he identified his target.

Tunnel boring machine.

To be more precise, it is a tunnel boring machine that uses the shield method.

Also called a shield machine.

It plays an extremely important role in tunnel construction in later generations.

It can complete the tunnel excavation, advancement and propping processes in one go.

The speed can reach five times that of traditional drilling bursts, and its application range is wider.

It plays an important role in urban subways, railways, congratulations, water conservancy, mining and other fields.

"With this, the speed of digging tunnels through mountains can be increased by at least 5 to 10 times, saving a lot of manpower and shortening the construction period." Li Mu estimated secretly.

According to Mao Yishen.

At present, tunnel excavation in Xia State mainly relies on manual labor and simple mechanical equipment, supplemented by blasting technology.

The daily excavation progress is usually only 4 to 6 meters, and casualties are likely to occur.

If a shield machine is used.

It can reach at least 20 meters, and the upper limit is 50 meters.

“The upper limit is hard to find, so let’s set a goal of 30 meters.” Li Mu began to plan.

It is obviously impossible to reach 50 meters directly.

In addition to technical reasons.

The most important thing is that the cost is too high.

The cost of a tunnel boring machine starts at at least one million.

Note, it is an M knife.

The better the better, the more expensive it is, and the highest can reach 500w.

This is the current price.

In later generations, the cost of a machine would easily reach thousands of W. If the cost of one machine were put into today’s world, I wonder how many engineering projects could be carried out.

Therefore, he must keep costs under control.

"Looking at it this way, 30 meters seems a bit too much..." Li Mu estimated the cost and thought to himself.

The cost of a 30-meter-class one is around $400.

Although the effect is indeed better.

But it is indeed a bit too expensive.

Just when he was thinking about how to reduce costs without affecting performance too much.

Suddenly, a "ding~" message alert sound rang in my mind.

Close the profile and open the chat page.

Ask:
"Li, I'm leaving for Xia Country!"

"Where are you now, still photographing giant-clawed marmots?"

"Be careful, it would be dangerous if you encounter a large beast."

See the message.

Li Mu temporarily put down the research at hand.

While rubbing his finger and studying it, he replied: "Thank you for your concern, but I have already changed my target."

"Why is that? Didn't you say before that giant-clawed marmots are cute?" Ask asked curiously.

When he heard about this before.

I was thinking of waiting for Li Mu to finish filming and then taking a look at it myself.

After all, giant-clawed marmots are really cute.

Faced with a curious Ask.

Li Mu said casually:
"That's true, but it's a pity that a group of wolves came to fill the room."

“I was shocked when I saw it.”

"Fortunately, I was able to win in the end and escape the threat."

The reason was something he had thought of long ago.

"That's so exciting. Tell me what happened quickly. Did you beat the wolf away?" Ask said impatiently.

Li Mu continued, "It's actually very simple. Just run faster than those giant-clawed marmots."

“…” Ask was speechless for a moment.

It seems that he thought too much.

Li Mu continued:
"By the way, I've taken all the photos, do you want to see them?"

"Finally, there is also a video of the wolf-filled dinner party."

"While we were eating, a few more hyenas came and they were happily fighting over the food."

"No, no, no, forget it. I can't stand this scene." Ask quickly refused.

Seeing this, Li Mu smiled and did not force it.

Ask's reaction was not what he expected.

After all, this was his purpose.

It’s not feasible to keep making excuses that the camera is broken or lost.

Once is bad luck, twice is bad luck, and three times is either stupid or intentional.

In order not to arouse suspicion.

He needed to find some other way.

Of course, this method also has drawbacks.

"Let's send someone with a semiconductor camera to Africa to take some photos and send them to Ask." Li Mu thought to himself.

Although the quality of the photos is certainly not as good as that of later generations.

But it's not that there is no way to get around it.

The most important thing was that he really had to send something over so that Ask wouldn't become suspicious later.

……

at the same time.

Beijing Institute of Technology.

Big Brother's diplomat Yakov hurried into the campus.

After finding Alexei.

He immediately said:

"Western countries are now promoting that Li Mu won the Nobel Prize in Physics for his contribution to semiconductors. Did you know about this?"

"Ah, isn't it the Chemistry Prize?" Alexei asked in surprise.

Yakov said:

“What Western countries promote is the Nobel Prize in Physics.”

"But that's not important."

"The important thing is why they are promoting it. Is Li Mu really related to Hetu? We need you to assist in the investigation in China."

This can be seen from this command.

The country is indeed a bit anxious.

Otherwise, Professor Alexei would not have been directly asked to do the work of an intelligence agent.

"Impossible! Consultant Li was talking to me about game design a few days ago!" Alexei said without even thinking.

He did have some doubts before.

But after listening to Li Mu's explanation.

That doubt has been completely dispelled.

Hearing this, Yakov said helplessly:
"I know you believe him, but we have to take this matter seriously."

"And how often do you see him where you actually know exactly what he's doing?"

"If the other party is really related to the River Map, we must not let him fall into the hands of Emperor M!"

His tone was quite firm.

After all, the River Map is really too powerful.

Domestic scientists worked hard for nearly a year and barely managed to break through the computer's computing speed to 100 million times per second.

As for computers that can process 1000w operations per second, it is still a long way off.

However, according to the latest information obtained by the intelligence department.

It is very likely that Xiaguo already has a new computer that can process over 1000w times per second.

They don't know the exact data.

都能01型100w，02型1000w，这个03型，很可能就是1个亿！

(End of this chapter)