The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 470: Transportation is the lifeblood of the national economy

Li Mu replied:
"It looks like you had a lot of fun!"

"Of course, Kyoto is so much fun, I'll come again in the future!" Ask quickly replied: "It's a pity that you're not here."

Hearing this, Li Mu thought for a moment and said:

"It will probably be some time before I can go back."

"You can continue playing first."

"I'll send you the photos I'm taking now."

Ask said:

"It's okay, just take your time. To be honest, I envy you. If it were me, I wouldn't dare to go there, because Feizhou is full of large beasts."

If it were him.

I definitely wouldn’t dare to go to Feizhou Prairie alone to take risks.

After all, with his physical fitness.

It's impossible for him to outrun the giant groundhog like Li Mu.

"Don't be afraid. In fact, if you come, I have a way to keep you safe. Just carry a few chickens with you, and release them if you encounter any wild beasts." Li Mu said.

Ask shuddered and said quickly:
"No, no, no, forget it!"

"This is so cruel!"

"Besides, I may not be able to outrun a chicken..."

……

Chat with Ask for a while.

End the chat.

After a good rest, Li Mu asked Guan Jianmin to drive to the Railway Technology Research Institute.

A few days passed.

It's about time to settle the matter promised to Mao Yishen.

It just so happened that he needed to divert the attention of Big Brother and Emperor M.

The shield machine is undoubtedly a very suitable project.

……

Railway Technical Research Institute, Director’s Office.

Mao Yishenzheng, Deputy Director Zhou Jiamo and others were discussing how to increase the speed of digging tunnels through mountains.

Then I heard someone shouting outside that Li Mu was in the newspaper again.

Call the person in and ask him.

Only then did they know that Li Mu was going to win the Star Award.

Hear the news.

The faces of several people in the room looked unhappy.

Deputy Director Zhou Jiamo said:
"Director, I think Consultant Li Mu may not have time to solve this problem for us. We still have to figure it out on our own."

"There's no other way. Consultant Li Mu has bigger things to do than digging tunnels through mountains," said another old professor.

Hear what the two said.

Everyone in the room couldn't stop sighing.

I originally thought that by finding Li Mu, there would definitely be a solution.

I didn't expect to receive this news.

Of course, loss is loss.

They didn't blame Li Mu.

After all, he was asking for help, and it was Li Mu's freedom to help or not.

And discuss the importance of research.

Theirs may not be comparable to other important national projects.

Space-based engineering - it sounds like something extraordinary!

Although the newspaper did not explicitly state that Li Mu had any connection with this project.

But anyone with a discerning eye can see it.

"Hey, what's wrong with you guys? It's only been a short time, and it's not like Consultant Li said he won't help." Mao Yishen said with a smile.

He also felt lost when he heard the news.

But he didn't believe that Li Mu would go back on his word.

"But Consultant Li has to accept an award and do new research. How can he have time to help us? I think we have to rely on ourselves." Zhou Jiamo said.

His words won the approval of many people.

It is better to rely on oneself than to rely on others.

Instead of waiting for Li Mu to make time, they might as well find a solution themselves.

Maybe in the end they can solve the problem without Li Mu.

Just when the discussion in the office was getting lively.

Suddenly, there was a knock on the half-open door.

Hear sounds.

The room was quiet for a moment.

Then, Mao Yishen asked:
"Who?"

"It's me, Wang Shoudao." A hearty laugh came from outside.

Then, the door was pushed open, revealing the figure of a little old man in his fifties.

The other party is the head of the transportation department and holds a very high position.

But I saw it was him.

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

"Why do you have such an expression? Are you disappointed to see that it's me?" Wang Shoudao asked with a smile.

Hearing this, Mao Yishen hurriedly said:

"How could that be? We were just discussing the development of equipment for digging tunnels through mountains, and we encountered some problems."

"Don't be afraid of difficulties, just overcome them. Besides, I remember that last time, President Mao, you said you would go to Consultant Li Mu for help?" Wang Shoudao said.

As the head of the transportation department, he is well aware of everyone's difficulties.

But this situation cannot be changed in a short time.

If there is, it can only be that the legendary "all-rounder" Li Mu took action.

Mao Yishen said helplessly:

"I did go, but maybe Consultant Li is too busy. He hasn't replied yet and hasn't even come over once."

He just finished speaking.

Everyone in the office sighed again.

Hear this.

Wang Shoudao also understood.

If you need help, no matter how busy you are, you should at least come over and take a look.

If they never come, it means they either forgot or they may not intend to help at all.

Thinking of this, he said:

"Advisor Li is a very busy man. Everyone should understand that G| Life has its own division of labor. It is more important for us to do our own work well."

"And now we have advanced computers, advanced computer-aided design software, and advanced 3+2-axis CNC machine tools."

"We can do the research and development ourselves. Then I'll issue a note and call in experts and professors from all over the country, and we'll work together to solve the problem!"

At present, transportation construction in the west is not only related to the region's economic development issues.

It also has important strategic and social significance.

In the face of a complex and changing international situation, projects such as the Chen-Kun Railway, the Chuan-Zang Highway, and the Qing-Zang Highway were launched.

It plays an important role in ensuring national security and maintaining border stability.

So even if Li Mu didn’t help.

We will also strongly support R&D and solve equipment problems so as to increase the speed of the project as quickly as possible.

"If that's the case, that's great. Don't worry, leader. We are confident that we can complete the task," Mao Yishen assured.

Other researchers, including Zhou Jiamo, also expressed their opinions.

Just when everyone was in high spirits and ready to do something big.

A light cough sound "cough cough~" suddenly sounded.

Mao Yishen and others, who were immersed in excitement, did not notice it immediately.

However, Wang Shoudao, who was standing at the door, turned around immediately.

He was surprised:

"Hey, Consultant Li, when did you come?"

Hear this.

Everyone in the office immediately looked towards the door.

"I arrived at the same time as you, leader. I didn't say anything when I saw you were speaking." Li Mu said with a smile.

Wang Shoudao smiled and said:
"Haha, if I had known you were here, I wouldn't have said that!"

"No matter how good the equipment is, it won't be as useful as you coming here!"

"With you here, our problems will definitely be solved!"

He was generous in his words of praise.

After all, this is indeed the case.

In the above circles, Li Mu's abilities are no secret.

After all, research projects need to be kept strictly confidential.

It is not difficult to guess who the superior leaders will meet with every now and then.

What's more, they could hear their superiors praising Li Mu from time to time during conversations with them.

If you are an ordinary scientist.

How can it get such attention?
"You're too kind. I'm a layman in the development of equipment for drilling tunnels through mountains, and I still need to learn." Li Mu said modestly.

As he spoke, he walked into the office.

Seeing Mao Yishen inside, he apologized first and said:
"I'm sorry, Dean Mao. I was quite busy recently and didn't come. It shouldn't be too late to come now, right?"

"It's not too late, it's not too late, I'm glad you can come!" Mao Yishen said hurriedly.

Although he did have some emotions before.

But when Li Mu apologized, all the worries disappeared immediately.

Even researchers like Zhou Jiamo nearby had their dissatisfaction disappear immediately after hearing the apology.

After all, even if Li Mu made up a random excuse and said he was too busy.

They couldn't find any reason to complain.

Li Mu then looked at Wang Shoudao and said:

"Leader Wang, I think your suggestion is very good."

"Transportation is the lifeblood of the national economy and has important strategic value and social significance."

"Since we are going to do it, why not take this opportunity to start a big research project. After all, my energy is limited and I can't help too much."

His energy is limited.

So I don’t intend to take on too much and solve all the problems.

We only plan to address some of the more difficult issues.

"We understand, we understand." Wang Shoudao said with a little regret.

Not just him.

Mao Yishen, Zhou Jiamo and others in the room couldn't help but feel pity.

If Li Mu could devote more time.

It must be a good thing for them.

After all, those large-scale equipment will not see any hope of success without one or two years.

But soon.

They adjusted their mindset again.

Mao Yishen stepped forward and said:

"So, Consultant Li, where do you plan to start?"

"Equipment such as pneumatic drills and rock drills used to dig tunnels and overcome complex geological conditions."

"Or bulldozers, excavators and other equipment used to clear the land and dig up earth and rocks. Or cranes, pile drivers..."

He named many devices in one breath.

And considering that Li Mu hasn't come to look at the information for some time.

The equipment I picked were all of moderate difficulty.

"Neither." Li Mu shook his head.

Although these devices are urgently needed, they can be developed by relying on the efforts of many people.

He continued:

"I plan to develop a tunnel boring machine first."

"Tunnel boring machine?" Mao Yishen's voice suddenly rose several octaves and he asked in shock.

The researchers in the office also looked surprised.

They still know the concept of tunnel boring machine.

It was first proposed by the engineer Mark from the United States and was first used in the Taiwu River Tunnel Project in the 18th century.

It has become quite mature now.

Although in complex geology.

The construction capacity is limited in environments such as soft soil, hard rock and high water pressure.

But it is still the best choice under general geological conditions.

The speed and efficiency of the operation will far exceed the tunnel construction method they are currently using.

However, currently only Emperor M, Big Brother and Continent O have mastered this technology.

As for Xia State, there definitely isn't one.

Mao Yishen's thoughts raced in his mind, but he did not slow down and said:
"Advisor Li, are you talking about a tunnel boring machine?"

"Isn't this too difficult? We don't have any technical information at the moment." "If we want to develop it, it will probably take up a lot of manpower, material resources and financial resources. It would be better to develop equipment such as excavators and rock drills first."

After he finished speaking.

The researchers standing in the office couldn't help but speak in agreement.

They all felt that it was a very arduous task to be able to produce common equipment such as excavators and rock drills.

And the shield machine.

I never dreamed of it.

Zhou Jiamo, who was standing aside, stepped forward, hesitated, and said:
"Advisor Li, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it."

"There's nothing that can't be said. If you think there's a problem, feel free to question it. It's better than studying it blindly with doubts, right?" Li Mu said with a smile.

Hearing this, Zhou Jiamo was relieved and said:
"That's right. You may not know much about the geological conditions in the west."

"There are many mountains and rivers there, and geological problems such as faults, rock bursts, and water gushing are endless."

"Even the shield machines of Emperor M and Big Brother, I don't think they may be able to handle the excavation task, so..."

He didn't finish his speech.

But the meaning is already very clear.

--no.

Seeing this, Wang Shoudao, who was standing nearby, stepped forward and tried to smooth things over.

At this moment, Li Mu smiled and said:

"It really didn't work before, but it's different now. Although it still doesn't work abroad, we can do it."

"As for the complex geological conditions you mentioned, we can identify them in advance through geological radar and seismic wave detection technology."

"There is also the problem of hard rock, which can be solved by equipping the shield machine with high-strength cutterheads and roller cutters. If necessary, high-pressure water jet technology can be used to assist in solving the problem."

After he finished speaking.

Everyone in the office fell into a brief silence.

Many researchers opened their mouths wide.

"As expected of you, Consultant Li. I didn't expect that you already have such a clear research and development plan!" Mao Yishen said excitedly.

He was originally afraid that Li Mu's tone was too high and he would not be able to back down from the stage.

Now it seems that I was worrying too much.

Such a clear idea could not be something that was thought up casually.

Li Mu said:
"It's just a hypothesis. It still needs everyone's testing. Otherwise, I'm not very sure."

"It doesn't matter, let's start now!" Mao Yishen said immediately.

After saying that, he immediately pulled Li Mu and prepared to go to the conference room to call everyone for a meeting.

Go halfway.

Thinking of Wang Shoudao again, he turned around and said:

"Leader, are you going to do it yourself?"

"Okay, you forgot about me when Consultant Li came along. Can't I just listen along? I can prepare for anything you need immediately, right?" Wang Shoudao joked.

When he came over just now, Mao Yishen didn't have this attitude.

Hearing this, Mao Yishen's old face turned red and he said:
"How is that possible? I'm just worried that you are too busy. Can I stop you if you want to come?"

Seeing his embarrassed look, everyone couldn't help but burst into laughter.

……

After the joke.

Everyone immediately moved to the conference room.

Because I knew Li Mu's habits in advance.

So after everyone sits down.

They all immediately took out paper and pen from their bags.

Wait until everyone is ready.

Mao Yishen said directly:

"Advisor Li, please get started!"

"From now on, you are the chief designer of the shield machine!"

"We absolutely believe that with your ability, you can lead us to develop it!"

After he finished speaking.

Researchers including Zhou Jiamo were sitting in the conference room, as well as experts and professors who arrived later.

They all nodded in unison.

In terms of ability, they absolutely believe in Li Mu.

See this.

Li Mu didn't act pretentiously and walked directly to the stage and said:

"Then let me first briefly talk about the shield machine. Its core principle is actually very simple."

“It cuts the ground with a rotating cutter head, while using a propulsion system to dig forward and form the tunnel lining through a segment assembly system.”

"The shield machines of Emperor M and Big Brother are mainly suitable for soft soil and medium hardness cultivation. The cutter head design and tool materials are also relatively simple..."

He slowly introduced the situation of the tunnel boring machine.

After all, this is the area in China.

It's basically completely blank.

This can be easily seen from the way Mao Yishen, Zhou Jiamo and others kept taking notes with pens.

After finishing the basic situation.

He then began to analyze the structural composition of the tunnel boring machine.

Today's shield machines mainly rely on mechanical and hydraulic technology, with relatively simple designs and basic control systems.

The solution is very simple: introduce electronic technology, optimize the hydraulic system, improve the cutter head design and tool materials, etc.

Through these methods, the excavation speed can be increased from a few meters per day to at least ten meters per day.

Although it is still far from the 20 meters required by Li Mu.

But for now, it is completely sufficient.

……

It took an hour.

Li Mu explained the principles of tunnel boring machines and the current development status of tunnel boring machines.

And what they should do was explained relatively clearly.

As for why it is relative.

Of course, it’s because he still has a lot of reservations.

no way.

If it is not hidden, it will not be knowing the research direction, but directly giving the development plan.

But even so.

After listening to what he said.

Mao Yishen and others still felt that they benefited a lot.

Especially some people who were originally a little suspicious of him, now they were completely relieved.

At least they thought that it was absolutely impossible for them to come up with so many things in less than 10 days.

Wang Shoudao even sighed:

"With Consultant Li's help, I feel like the tunnel boring machine is waving at us!"

"With such a clear research direction, we can indeed save a lot of manpower, material resources and financial resources!"

"And the shield machine we made will be more powerful than Emperor M and Big Brother. Just thinking about it makes me happy!"

His words made everyone in the conference room nod.

Previously opposed.

Because they think it is too difficult and not cost-effective to research.

But Li Mu gave them such a big surprise in such a short time.

If we don't do it now, it will be unreasonable.

"It's a pity that Consultant Li doesn't have much time..." Mao Yishen suddenly sighed again and said.

It's only been less than 10 days and it has already reached this point.

If Li Mu could spend more time on the shield machine.

He believed that it would not be long before Xiaguo would be able to develop the first tunnel boring machine with performance far exceeding that of Emperor M and Big Brother!
Hear what the two said.

There was a moment of silence in the meeting room.

But soon.

Mao Yishen continued:
"Forget it, I can't be too greedy."

"If Consultant Li is not a 'jack of all trades', he won't be able to solve our problems."

"What happens next is up to us!"

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded heavily.

But that's it.

Li Mu suddenly raised his hand and said:
"Well, Dean Mao, don't worry. In fact, I brought a preliminary plan with me this time."

"I don't doubt your abilities."

"But if I have a reference, I can also eliminate some unnecessary mistakes. Do you want to..."

After he finished speaking, he was planning to drink some water before presenting the plan.

I didn’t expect Mao Yishen to speak so quickly.

"Yes, of course!" Mao Yishen said without any hesitation.

Hesitate for a second.

That's all distrust of Li Mu.

……

After the meeting.

Li Mu rejected the suggestion of Wang Shoudao and Mao Yishen and walked out of the Railway Technology Research Institute alone.

As he walked.

While looking at the time.

Busy till now.

It's already 6pm.

Touched my empty stomach.

He asked Guan Jianmin to drive to Beijing Institute of Technology.

……

Came to school.

It's winter vacation.

The usually bustling campus seemed a little deserted at this moment.

Last year, that wasn't the case.

However, this year, universities in Kyoto and the three provinces launched a cooperation project and sent quite a number of students to participate in practical activities.

This is a rare opportunity to exercise.

Any student who wants to make his or her own contribution to the country in the future will not miss it and will sign up to participate.

This indirectly led to a sharp decrease in the number of students staying on campus.

Li Mu walked for a long time.

Just then, I saw two figures at the entrance of the game development center.

Looking at one of the familiar faces.

He said loudly:

"Hey, you two, what are you doing sneaking around like that?"

This voice.

This caused the man and woman who were originally standing at the door to quickly distance themselves from each other.

Zhang Kai turned his head in panic and said:

"We didn't do anything, don't...why is it you?"

He looked at Li Mu who was walking towards him with a smirk on his face, and was speechless.

They are all great scientists!
Can't you be more mature!
It almost frightened his little heart out!

"It was me this time, but who knows who it will be next time. We must pay attention to the impact." Li Mu said with a smile.

Hearing this, Zhang Kai blushed and said:
"We were just talking at the door. We didn't do anything. Don't talk nonsense."

"Okay, let's not talk about this. By the way, is Professor Alexi in there?" Li Mu didn't say much.

Just give a brief reminder, it would be inappropriate to go too far.

Zhang Kai said: "Lisa might know."

"Professor Alexi went out early in the morning. He said he had to attend an important meeting. I don't know if he has returned yet." Lisa said.

Li Mu glanced at her and said:
"I wanted to talk to him about the game, but let's talk about it next time."

"Have you eaten yet? If not, you can go together."

"And Shen Jianxin and the others, don't stay in the computer room all day. Eat when it's time to eat."

As he said this, he walked into the building.

……

He went up and called down Shen Jianxin and others who were still in the computer room doing development.

Li Mu brought everyone to the cafeteria to eat.

To reward them for their contributions over the past year.

He also paid out of his own pocket and gave each person two big meat buns as a reward.

This made everyone very happy.

Two large meat buns are not rare.

But Li Mu's affirmation is very precious.

(End of this chapter)