Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 281 General Purpose Helicopter Patents (3000)

"You can decide for yourself," Li Song said, implying that the name might already be chosen.

"Boss, there's one more thing. You mentioned last time that you want Taiwanese celebrities to be your spokespeople, and now many unknown Taiwanese celebrities are secretly contacting us," Liu Jiale said.

"..." Li Song hadn't expected this.

"What do you think we should do about this?" Li Song had some ideas, but he decided to see what Liu Jiale had to say.

"Boss, someone is definitely up to something in the shadows right now!"

"Let's set a standard: having the lead role in two or more movies or TV series would qualify as one level!"

"Being the lead in only one movie or TV series counts as one level!"

"And the supporting characters should follow the same rule!"

"Even the extras should follow this!"

“The lowest-paid extras get 20,000 to 30,000 Hong Kong dollars a year, while high-standard extras get 50,000 to 60,000 Hong Kong dollars for endorsements. I don’t think these extras would come to us to sign an endorsement contract for 20,000 to 30,000 Hong Kong dollars.”

"For supporting roles, the minimum is HK$50,000 for endorsement, and the higher standard is HK$100,000!"

"The protagonist, who has a low standard, gets 200,000 Hong Kong dollars for endorsement, while the boss can make the decision himself for the high standard."

"Of course, some people have great potential, such as good looks and good acting skills, and these can be given special consideration!"

"For those with better technical skills, such as photographers and lighting technicians, we can sign a long-term guaranteed contract!"

"There are also many film and television talents in Taiwan."

"This way, we can eliminate the possibility of unqualified people passing off inferior goods as qualified ones." Liu Jiale's team had discussed this matter and came up with this solution!
"Let's do it the way you suggested, Brother Le!"

"Anyway, I will have more and more businesses under my name."

"They're just extras or supporting roles. If you think they have potential, you can work with Ah Long and others for endorsements and promotions," Li Song said.

Therefore, Li Song did not pay much attention to Wanwan's threat.

My initial idea for starting these companies was simply to capture the mainland market.

And it's already many times better than the initial idea!

"Of course, we can't mistreat our own people either."

"On the one hand, we are seeking endorsements from other brands."

"In addition, I also have many brands myself, and I will launch several motorcycle brands in the future."

"The same applies to cars; cars are also divided into several types, from low-end to high-end!"

"And then there are instant noodles and cosmetics companies."

"Go back and compile a list!"

"Also, Brother Le, have you thought about a different model for TV station artists?"

"TV station plus studio model!"

"Many artists have grown up and want to go solo, so we actively help them achieve that!"

“We can have these artists form their own studios and sign cooperation agreements with us, so that they can take on other contracts outside.”

"This is divided into several stages. For example, if they want to set up a studio after signing a five-year contract with us, then we can sign another five-year studio model contract."

"For the second five years, the studio's agents can be chosen by the artists or appointed by us. We only charge a small service fee!"

“After the second five-year contract expires, the artist can choose to terminate the contract with us and then set up their own independent studio,” Li Song said.

Liu Jiale felt that this was somewhat unfair, since the artist was promoted by the TV station, so he said, "Wouldn't this be a bit unfair?"

"Brother Le, this is actually a major trend!"

"Look at Raymond Wong, Fatty Hung, and the three brothers, Hui Man-kit!"

“Once an artist has grown into a star, naturally people will want to invest in them, and these artists will see that their salaries are completely mismatched with the income they bring in from movies and TV series!”

"At first they might be grateful to us, but over time that will turn into resentment!"

"For our TV station, it's better to maintain a superficial harmony with these artists than to be at odds with them at heart."

"It's better to let go sooner rather than later. Besides, we can keep promoting new talent," Li Song explained.
"Alright then, I'll make a plan when we get back!" Liu Jiale thought Li Song's suggestion made sense.

"Brother Le, you can never earn all the money in the world!"

"As a large entertainment company, we must have a conscience."

"And we can still make money by working with these artists in the future." "In addition, our TV station can also collaborate with other people to produce TV dramas!"

"In other words, if these artists want to film TV dramas, we can sign contracts first, and as for the price, we'll determine the price per episode based on the viewership ratings!"

“This way, no one loses out, and we even share the risk,” Li Song said again.

"Okay!" Liu Jiale nodded when he heard Li Song say that.

"Of course, we need to determine our own broadcast tiers based on the time slots of our TV station!"

"First, we conduct an internal evaluation of the TV dramas they produce."

"If we can get it aired during prime time, then we'll test it out during prime time!" Li Song then gave a general idea.

This is actually the idea behind the later web series.

Of course, the approach to web series is actually similar to that of TVB now.

Some web series end after just a few episodes, just like TVB dramas nowadays, which end after ten episodes if they are not popular.

"Of course, we can take these things one step at a time, and for now, let's focus on expanding the influence of our TV station," Li Song said.
"In addition, we must pay close attention to political aspects when reviewing TV dramas and programs!"

"Our TV station is a commercial organization. Although making money is the top priority, we must not get involved in politics."

"I understand!" Liu Jiale nodded!
"It's getting late, I'm getting ready to leave work!" Li Song said, noticing that it was almost time.

"it is good!"

Li Song didn't have lunch at the TV station. Instead, he changed cars and returned to Taikoo Shing to have lunch with Ah Lin.

That evening, Li Song called Tian Jiahui and asked him to contact Zhang Dehua to come to the company the next day!

Then Li Song arrived at the house below Taigu City, the house where the bodyguards used to live!
When Li Song was in Taikoo City, his bodyguards went back.

Then they provided the technical data for the general-purpose helicopter, the design drawings for two transport aircraft, and the technical data for two engines: one turboprop engine and one turbofan engine.

Turboprop engines are suitable for carrier-based transport aircraft, such as the American E-2!

It can also be applied to strategic bombers like the Tu-95.

The other turbofan engine is the turbofan engine used in the An-124 and C-17.

Of course, both engines have been optimized.

Of course, this only applies to optimizations made in this era.

The main problem is that it's too far ahead of its time and impossible to manufacture. For example, later additions included intelligent systems that could control the fuel consumption, temperature, and thrust of the aircraft's engines in real time.

The drawings are for two transport aircraft. One is a large transport aircraft, similar to the C-17, but with a superior design because it has reserved space for future modifications and features a modular design.

For a long time afterward, the modification of such large-scale military equipment caused these two countries a great deal of trouble!

Because we didn't consider this modular design and intelligent design when we were designing it.

However, overturning this platform and rebuilding it from scratch would be too much work!

The reason Li Song offered a reward on the second-hand platform is because these designers knew the future development direction of these two aircraft, so they reserved space for modification in advance.

As for modular design, of course, modular design doesn't bring much convenience in this era of technology.

However, if the transport aircraft's control system is upgraded to a fly-by-wire system in ten years, then the advantages of modularity will become apparent!
Another super-large transport aircraft is similar to the C124. This aircraft also has room for future modifications and a modular design!
Of course, the patent application filed tomorrow is only for general-purpose helicopters.

After Li Song took these things out, he called Brother He!
Brother He and Brother He arrived half an hour later.

Li Song instructed the two men to contact people on the mainland and send the technical data of the two transport planes, as well as all the data on the general aviation helicopters, back to Chang'an Aircraft Manufacturing Plant.

Brother He and Brother He Er have contact information for people in mainland China who live here!

Then Li Song went back upstairs to continue enjoying his time alone with Alin.

The next morning, after Li Song went downstairs, he discovered that all the technical data for the transport plane and the general aviation helicopter were gone.

The reason Li Song released the transport plane information all at once this time was that as his fame grew, it became increasingly difficult for him to obtain such large-scale physical items.

The remaining documents are the technical information for the patent application of general-purpose helicopters.

Li Song then had his bodyguards move the items into the car, and then they all headed to Parkson Company.

There were many reporters downstairs at the company, but Li Song had changed cars again, so the reporters didn't notice him.

"Mr. Li!" Zhang Dehua was already waiting for him at Parkson Department Store.

"Zhang Sheng!" the two greeted each other.

(End of this chapter)