Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 291 Good News

Once you can make a general-purpose helicopter, this small helicopter is not difficult to make.

Moreover, this type of small helicopter has a wider range of applications.

Western countries have relatively lenient restrictions on this type of aircraft.

Another type of helicopter is popular among many farm and ranch owners.

They came to graze livestock, patrol, and guard against wild animals.

Helicopters are more maneuverable than fixed-wing aircraft.

“Great!” Nick’s eyes lit up when he heard this.

However, his eyes dimmed again as he thought of something.

Although these miniature helicopters are inexpensive, their maintenance costs are not low; just leaving them parked there can cost a considerable amount of money each year.

Nick quickly said goodbye to Li Song because he was in a hurry to go back and organize everything he had learned that day, then write it down and send it back to Amei.

In particular, the design renderings and manufacturing progress of the Panda aircraft.

Nick never expected things to progress so quickly on Li Song's side.

Since the crowdfunding campaign began, Li Song has actually been manufacturing engines.

Although this engine isn't high-tech, it indirectly proves how much Li Song values ​​this matter and that he takes it seriously.

On Wednesday, January 14, 1981, Li Song returned to Guangzhou!
Upon arriving at Qiansheng Electronics Research Institute, the researchers there were studying the technical materials that Li Song had given them last time!
We're still in the stage of fully understanding the technology; there are just too many technologies involved in a single chip.

Because what Li Song brought out was not only chip design technology, but also manufacturing technology.

It's just that Li Song's research institute has too few people.

If this chip is handed over to the mainland authorities, who can then delegate the design and manufacturing of the chip to different research institutes, it should be completed quickly. However, this involves coordination between different departments and research institutes.

The main reason is that Li Song doesn't want to give up the profits in the semiconductor field too early.

Li Song knew that in the end, such industries would inevitably have to give up a portion of the profits.

Because there are still many interest groups within a country.

Some people are eager to import from abroad and then profit from it.

Not everyone in a country's leadership is thinking about what's best for the country; a large portion of them still have their own ulterior motives.

The core research institute of the semiconductor industry will remain privately owned by Li Song.

However, Li Song can form a joint venture with local partners for the extended manufacturing plant!

In other words, you need to keep the technology in your own hands and share some of the profits from product manufacturing so that people will speak on your behalf.

As for the credit for the fighter jets and the like that Li Song brought out...

Sometimes you shouldn't casually mention someone's achievements; mentioning them too often might cause trouble.

Look at how many people in history fought alongside emperors to conquer the world, how many of them had a good ending?

Because his achievements were so great, the emperor didn't know what to do, so he simply killed him to avoid future trouble.

Moreover, each era is its own, and the favors of the previous generation may not be recognized by the next.

Let alone a country.

Even if it's a favor from the previous generation in a family, the next generation might not necessarily acknowledge it!
This is true in every country!

It's not just about one or two countries!
Look at those Western countries, the first thing the next president does when he takes office is to completely negate some of the projects of the previous president.

Just like the fat bears in the north now, their newly appointed leaders all reject their predecessors.

Li Song understood this very well!

Li Song came here to inform everyone about the itinerary for the university interns who will be going there on the 21st.

First, I went to Hubei, then to Shanghai, then to Beijing, then to Chang'an, and finally to Zhongshan—all renowned science and engineering universities.

The reason it's the 21st is because the opening ceremony of the Taihu Lake Motorcycle Cross-Country Race is on the 19th, I'll be watching the race on the morning of the 20th, and then I'll be going back to Chang'an in the afternoon to witness the maiden flight of the small jet airliner.

After having lunch at the research institute, I returned to the BMW motorcycle factory in the afternoon.

BMW is exporting more and more motorcycles, with the growth rate in Africa being the fastest.

However, the distributors in Africa are all Europeans—Spanish, British, and French.

Unfortunately, most African countries are still controlled by their former colonial powers.

"Mr. Li, we have received the materials you sent back. The higher-ups would like to consult your opinion and find experts to review your rocket data so that they can allocate personnel accordingly!"

"This information will also help you choose a location."

"The preliminary site selection by the higher authorities is in the northwest, just west of my country's third largest desert, not far from our Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center," Ma Shengli informed Li Song of the decision regarding the rocket project.

"Yes, no problem at all. We only have the technology, not the personnel!" Li Song nodded.

"Also, what are Mr. Li's thoughts on the construction of the rocket launch center?" Ma Shengli asked again.

"I plan to manufacture rockets in Chang'an and then transport them to the launch site by plane!"

"The B-type aircraft that our Chang'an Aircraft Manufacturing Plant is preparing to manufacture can be used to transport rockets for launch."

"Of course, rail transport would also be acceptable!"

"As for the construction of other bases, I think there are relevant professionals on the mainland!" "As for the ground facilities for satellite control, that depends on what the higher authorities think; we can share the ground facilities on the mainland!"

"Of course, if it's inconvenient, we can build our own ground facilities. We'll just provide the relevant technology." Li Song knew that sharing ground facilities would probably cause a lot of trouble.

First and foremost, it's a matter of responsibility!

If something goes wrong, it will be difficult to determine who is responsible.

But Li Song had no choice but to first express his distrust, or bring up the issue of responsibility!

So they passed the matter on to their superiors.

Of course, the construction work still needs to be done on the mainland side; Li Song just needs to provide the funds.

“Of course, we have our own set of ground technology standards. If we build our own ground facilities, then we need to build them according to our standards,” Li Song said.

"I will report this matter truthfully to my superiors." Ma Shengli guessed that Li Song and his team would be allowed to build the project independently.

After all, Li Song's company is a private company, while the other one is at the national level and has many confidential missions.

In addition, Ma Shengli also knew that if something went wrong, it would be very difficult to determine the responsibility.

Another point is that it's inconvenient to calculate the bill, and it's unclear how much money we should receive.

"Then I'll have to trouble Mr. Ma. We'll also need to ask the higher authorities for help with the subsequent satellite manufacturing!" This time, Li Song only brought out rocket manufacturing technology.

The reason we're releasing this technology first is because of the various materials needed for rocket manufacturing.

The manufacturing technology for these materials requires the higher authorities to designate specialized factories to produce them.

In addition, rocket manufacturing also requires the construction of factories.

Rockets also require various types of fuel.

Therefore, higher authorities also need to allow other factories in mainland China to manufacture in this area.

Once the location of the rocket launch site is determined by the higher authorities, construction of the rocket launch site will begin.

Then, a rocket manufacturing factory also needs to be built simultaneously.

Li Song plans to locate the rocket manufacturing factory in Chang'an.

By the time the rocket manufacturing plant is completed, other factories should have already mastered the technology and produced the materials needed for the rockets.

While the rocket manufacturing plant is under construction, the personnel selected by the higher authorities will thoroughly understand the rocket technology they have put forward!
When things are almost ready, Li Song will take out the ground control-related equipment!

After a satellite is launched, it's not like you're done with it; there's still a lot of follow-up control.

Each satellite carries its own fuel.

Satellites don't stay in one orbit indefinitely; they constantly descend due to various factors.

When a satellite descends to a certain altitude, it must change its orbit.

These require a ground control system for control.

Ground control also has the task of monitoring satellites, including their trajectories and attitudes.

Of course, later on, the satellite will have an automatic adjustment program.

However, most satellite automatic adjustment procedures require confirmation by ground personnel.

Because any program can malfunction, the satellite's lifespan can be ensured through reconfirmation by ground personnel.

A satellite's lifespan largely depends on the exhaustion of its fuel, rendering it unable to perform orbital maneuvers or change its attitude.

While satellite attitude can be confirmed through its built-in program, it still requires more confirmation through ground observation.

Therefore, we need to build many ground observation stations all over the world!
This is the only way to observe the satellite's trajectory in its entirety.

Half of the operating costs of a satellite are for ground infrastructure!

"Mr. Li, the Chang'an Aircraft Manufacturing Plant is scheduled to have its maiden flight on the 20th, and some leaders will be attending," Ma Shengli added.

“We welcome the leaders to come and inspect!” Li Song was not surprised at all.

"Another issue is that the aircraft technology cooperation between Shanghai and McDonnell Douglas has temporarily broken down."

"The people in Shanghai are demanding that McDonnell Douglas provide all the technology for the aircraft, including the engine technology!"

"But the engine is from General Motors, and General Motors wants extra money!"

"So the negotiations broke down!" Ma Shengli mentioned another piece of information.

Upon hearing this, Li Song began to ponder, wondering if Ma Shengli was trying to get the Shanghai-based aircraft manufacturing company to provide supporting services for Chang'an Aircraft Manufacturing Company by bringing this matter up.

"In addition, the initial test of the large 10,000-ton hydraulic press in Chengdu was successful!"

"We expect to officially start taking orders within three months!" Ma Shengli added.
"Great! I was worried about the aircraft manufacturing progress at our aircraft manufacturing plant!" This was good news for Li Song.

Without that thing, developing medium- and long-range passenger aircraft is just wishful thinking!

"At that time, the higher authorities will contact the aircraft manufacturer directly, and all the aircraft manufacturer's orders will be given priority in production." Ma Shengli brought another piece of good news.

Of course, Ma Shengli believed that Li Song deserved it.

After all, I know how a large 10,000-ton hydraulic press was successfully manufactured!

(End of this chapter)