Rebirth 08: Equipment God

Chapter 373 New Project Launched!
Right after the press conference ended, Zhai Da approached the three people who had been invited to northern Beijing and revealed his idea of ​​starting a new project.

Unlike the guided approach of Hongtu OS, this time he will personally lead the team!
After picking up the three, Zhai Da first took them back to their school and gave them time to pack their luggage. He didn't reappear until 7 p.m., when he took the three of them to the research institute.

Ge Qiaoqiao and the others were no strangers to this place. After all, the president had clearly stated that one of its functions was to serve as a research base for "π members," and that each person was even theoretically given an office.

But after occasionally coming here just for the novelty, I stopped coming often. At that time, the research institute was doing well and I was very busy. In addition, there was a gap between "not yet in society" and "already in society," so I always felt like I didn't belong here.

However, today, their president led them here again, and they felt a sense of destiny.

It's as if every member of "π" is waiting for the day they will be activated.

As Zhai Da's reputation grows, the sense of honor and belonging among the "π" members continues to increase.

Inside the brightly lit and bustling research institute, Zhai Da led the three to a conference room on the second floor.

Through the glass curtain wall, one can clearly see busy figures and the tranquil Root Pond.

Zhai Da also invited Cheng Mo to attend the meeting as a member of π, as they might need the help of this programming genius in the future.

Looking down at the crowd, Zhai Da recalled their special skills.

Sun Ting, a chemistry genius.

Qi Lin is a genius in bionics and mechanical design.

Ge Qiaoqiao is a genius in physiognomy, possessing both A and B acumen.

Well, the last one seems like a minor character, but Ge Qiaoqiao herself is an excellent graduate student majoring in applied physics, having achieved a GPA of 4.0 all the way up. She is more than capable of being a supporting character.

Zhai Da connected the projector and computer, and a design drawing appeared on the TV screen a moment later.

Yes, there was no PowerPoint presentation, and no need to talk at length about the project background. Zhai Da was very direct with these people he knew.

Qi Lin, who was most familiar with mechanical design, took a closer look and immediately knew what it was: "Is this an electric motor?"

Zhai Da nodded and asked specifically, "Can you see any difference?"

Qi Lin sensed the test was coming on, stood up and moved closer, then stroked his chin and said, "The structure is very compact. The capacitors and inductors are very small; this is a low-power motor."

“Very perceptive. What if I told you that this motor has a power output of 300KW?”

Qi Lin looked at the scale in the footnote of the design drawing, and after a moment gave a correct answer that even Zhai Da had not expected.

"Unless his power devices are extremely powerful."

Zhai Da snapped his fingers: "I'll give you another thumbs up, very perceptive!"

As expected of someone with talent recognized by the system, they quickly grasped the key points.

Zhai Da clicked the mouse, and the project name appeared on the screen.

It is also the second project of the "Mechanical Core Research Institute": silicon carbide motor.

With an electronic control efficiency of >99%, a maximum speed that is doubled, a power density that is ten times higher, and a 70% reduction in energy loss, it is two generations ahead of current motors (it skips permanent magnet motors, but it is not a purely sequential relationship).

However, its focus is on silicon carbide semiconductors, not motors.

The performance, which is two generations ahead of the current generation, does not come from the upgrade of the motor's own structure, but from the performance leap brought about by semiconductor devices.

Zhai Da had talked with his teacher, and at that time Zhai Da asked which one, motor or battery, had a greater impact on industrial upgrading.

After a moment's thought, the teacher's answer was "electric motor".

Or rather, it's the supporting technology for the motor, rather than the motor itself.

Everyone knows the importance of batteries, but in fact, in modern living environments, the shortcomings of battery performance have long been compensated for by the development of infrastructure.

For example, the most typical issue of battery anxiety has few focal points. Currently, with new energy vehicles yet to emerge, mobile electronic devices such as smartphones are the only focus of battery anxiety.

But people can only carry so many things with them, and they are so heavy. Charging is already very convenient now. For a mobile phone, once it can run at high performance for a day without charging, whether that time lasts three or five days, the difference is not significant, at least for most people.

It's not like we're doing wilderness survival or remote vibration exercises.

Even if we lower the bar further, as long as it can guarantee high-performance operation for 6-8 hours, it will be sufficient to cover 80% of the usage needs.

In the 24 years before Zhai Da's rebirth, he had basically become oblivious to battery anxiety. Even if he spent the whole day slacking off at work, charging was quick and convenient; it wasn't like he lived in Africa.
Beyond civilian use, such as industrial production, there are numerous electricity solutions available. We do not live in a country with a terrible power grid or low electricity coverage.

Therefore, the teacher believes that while breakthroughs in battery technology have a significant impact, the broader impact on the entire industry is actually greater on motor-related technologies, which are technologies that can directly penetrate the bottom layer of industry.

Unless the breakthrough in battery technology is "mythical," such as a three- to five-fold increase, Zhai Da's "lithium iron phosphate battery" is clearly not up to par.

Therefore, between batteries and motors, Zhai Da chose the latter, or more precisely, silicon carbide semiconductors. Like "Hongtu OS," this represents a large-scale industrial empowerment.

It's not just about optimizing the "motor" that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy; it's applicable to high-voltage, high-temperature, and high-frequency power fields.

In the civilian sector, applications include: power and charging for new energy vehicles, power for high-speed rail, power dispatching for AI servers, high-speed communication (4/5G), power grids, industrial motors, and medical equipment.

Military applications also include: radar, electromagnetic catapults, electromagnetic guns, and electronic jamming.

In theory, Zhai Da could have directly chosen to study "silicon carbide semiconductors" instead of combining them with motors.

But this is the difference between "industry" and "scientific research". Scientific research can focus on a single field and become the thorn that breaks through the boundaries of knowledge, even if it takes decades for that thorn to take effect.

However, industries must consider collaboration, input and output, and continuous iteration. The prerequisite for a practical technology to make continuous breakthroughs is that it must have positive output, continuously generate profits, and support further iteration.

I want to make money! Lots and lots of money!
Not shabby!
This is the path to linking industrial upgrading with personal wealth and combining social needs with personal honor.

Things must be accomplished, money must be earned, and fame must be achieved.

In the conference room, Zhai Da explained the advantages and characteristics of silicon carbide semiconductors. This material did not emerge from the cracks in the rocks. The third generation of semiconductors has been proposed for many years, and there are some mature silicon carbide substrates available for purchase on the market. However, there are not many "practical devices" used in the industry for the time being.

The others below were all in related fields and knew about this, but Cheng Mo was unfamiliar with it.

"Theoretically speaking, there is no need to break through the substrate preparation (the substrate can be understood as the wafer, which is the substrate), but I still want to get involved in this field in the future. Relying on external supply is not reliable enough, and their progress may not be able to keep up with our needs."

Sun Ting pursed her lips, feeling somewhat uncomfortable with this style of planning the market in a relaxed and casual manner.

It's a very lofty goal, seemingly far beyond the reach of young people like them.

But looking at Cheng Mo, who was confident and composed and had grown rapidly over the past year, the three young people felt even more confident.

Isn't Hongtu OS the same? From nothing to great fame, under the leadership of the chairman.

Sometimes, what motivates young people isn't necessarily money, but also a sense of accomplishment.

They all wanted to prove themselves and to prove the president's initial statement: "Every member of 'π' is a genius."

Zhai Da gradually stirred up the emotions of the group.

This is a long road. At least in the 24 years before Zhai Da's rebirth, silicon carbide technology, known as the "third-generation semiconductor," has not yet been fully developed, and breakthroughs in this area can be heard from time to time.

And a very crucial point.
In the past, silicon carbide semiconductors were mainly used in China, but the self-sufficiency rate of manufacturing equipment and high-end devices was not high. Of course, this was not because of insufficient domestic technical strength.

This is an obstacle left behind domestically due to the retreat of globalization; similar situations exist in many fields.

During the era of globalization, technological achievements were already widespread in many countries, including China, the United States, Europe, Japan, and South Korea. China was not weak in this regard; in fact, it was the strongest in many fields. For example, the silicon carbide semiconductor industry held 30% of the patent share, which was already the highest in the world.

However, the other companies are surprisingly united, at least on the issue of preventing China from doing so.

So being relatively the strongest isn't enough; you also need to be "absolutely the strongest," which means being in the top 70% while the rest of the world combined only makes up 30%.
Only then can idiots speak properly.

Both inside and outside.

The so-called "industrial breakthrough" refers to overcoming these technological reefs that have surfaced after the ebb of globalization.

But now, what lies before Zhai Da is almost a tranquil blue ocean.
There are no reefs, only big fish!
Even a small achievement can be considered as being at the forefront.

With just a slight exertion, that might be the limit for this segment in 09.

After all, this field is still in its early stages.

He not only had access to advanced technologies from later generations, but also a luxurious, genius-level team and the strong support of Harbin Institute of Technology!
Most importantly, he had been thinking about it for a while and he was confident in himself.

I am but an undergraduate student majoring in Materials Engineering!

Don't ask me if I have a bachelor's degree or not, just tell me if it's a relevant field!

Qi Lin raised his hand and said, "President, what is the ultimate goal of this project? I mean, the long-term plan."

The chairman has high expectations for Hongtu OS, aiming to capture 70% of the global smartphone market!

He wanted to hear Zhai Da's vision for the "silicon carbide motor" project to gauge the chairman's level of commitment to it.

Zhai Da thought for a moment, then suddenly laughed, revealing a set of white teeth:
"Build high walls, and declare yourself king!"

What does it mean for the optical industry to break through?

If you have enough first-mover advantage.

Why can't I surround and kill others?
(End of this chapter)