Reborn in 2011, I am the chief designer of aerospace.

Lin, an engineer from the Fifth Academy, sat up straight and said, "The core of Dyson's theory is that any highly developed civilization will eventually need a lot of energy to survive. Therefore, by building a giant enveloping structure around a star, we can plunder the star's energy for our own use."

The Fifth Academy has conducted simulations of this level of physical model, and the conclusion is that, given the current materials science and transportation capabilities, the difficulty is almost unsolvable…

The Fifth Academy is the research institute of Dongyu Group that understands satellites and spacecraft best, so his words are basically authoritative and no one will question them.

However, Song Xingye smiled and continued to explain his idea:

"Based on current physical models, it's certainly quite difficult, but technology is constantly advancing. In 50 years... global spaceflight will definitely be completely different. Just like 50 years ago, who would have believed that Gagarin could fly out of the atmosphere?"

"My idea is to build 10 space motherships, depart from Earth, accelerate using gravity slingshots, and then enter the asteroid belt using a 'cruising-net' tactic to screen all 8 asteroids."

"After identifying the target with the richest mineral resources, the mother ship will release a 'parasitic propulsion device' to push it into the construction orbit of the Dyson sphere as 'self-supplied food'. The initial estimate is that there will be at least 12 Lagrange anchor points at 30-degree intervals."

"Once the pieces are in place, construction will begin simultaneously at the 12 anchor points, weaving a Dyson circumpolar ring around the sun at a distance of 0.7 astronomical units..."

Song Xingye's voice was steady and penetrating, echoing in the multi-functional conference hall.

As he described it, a picture of humanity conquering the sun seemed to slowly unfold before everyone's eyes.

"Completing this project means that humanity will no longer have to worry about resource issues. At the same time, this place is also a deep-space radar station and fleet supply port in the solar system, and it is the choke point for humanity to control the inner ring of the solar system."

"In short, once 50 years of construction are completed and the final node is joined, humanity will redefine the brilliance of the sun! This is not only the end of an engineering project, but also signifies that humanity will officially advance from a Type 0.7 civilization to a Type 1.0 civilization! My report is complete, please provide further instructions..."

On the big screen, the four senior experts did not immediately offer their comments, but instead whispered among themselves, discussing the matter in hushed tones, their expressions excited.

General Manager Liang even pointed directly at Li Ang, indicating that he should fax over the detailed plan.

A moment later, the scores for the tenth round of assessments appeared on the big screen.

It broke the record instantly.

Song Xingye's "Solar Dyson Sphere" design, with its rigorous technical roadmap and feasibility, earned a score of 95 from four senior experts!

The entire audience erupted in uproar.

After a brief silence, another round of enthusiastic applause broke out.

Even Song Xingye himself raised an eyebrow, slightly surprised.

He didn't know what to think. He had only aimed for the passing grade of 35 points and hadn't really taken the plan seriously.

This unintentional move resulted in Xu Zhe, who had just scored 90 points and hadn't even had time to sit down, being defeated once again.

Song Xingye subconsciously looked at Xu Zhe, the top student from Tsinghua and Peking Universities, who seemed numb, with a hint of "that's how it should be" on his face.

……

After a short lunch break, the assessment continued.

Perhaps after seeing top-tier solutions like the Dyson Sphere, the veteran experts' standards had become too high, and the students who appeared in the afternoon were no longer up to par, with their scores steadily declining.

At four o'clock, Li Ang walked onto the stage, looking refreshed and smiling as he surveyed the audience:

"Alright, the tenth round of assessment is now over. You all did a great job, your ideas were incredibly creative and each one was full of ingenious schemes."

"However, life is like a journey, and I am but a traveler. Today's assessment also signifies that the Starry Sky Summer Camp is coming to an end, and for all of you here, our connection may have come to an end here."

"Ultimately, only 10 students will be selected for the Star Project talent development program. The rest of the students can directly receive regular internship offers from Dongyu Group without taking an exam, based on their summer camp experience. Of course, they are also free to go elsewhere if they wish."

After saying this, Li Ang projected a newly compiled list onto the big screen.

This is the final score for each person, calculated based on the scores from the tenth round.

In fact, even without the list being released, everyone basically knows what's going on.

—First Place Overall: Song Xingye, 'Preparatory Payload Expert'. A fourth-year PhD student in Aerospace Science and Technology at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, specializing in aircraft design and aerospace engineering… Cumulative Fuel Value: 650.

—Second Place Overall: Xu Zhe, 'Preparatory Payload Specialist'. A student at Tsinghua or Peking University… Cumulative Fuel Value: 580.

……

—Sixth overall: Cao Que, 'Preparatory Payload Specialist'. Joint program with Golden State Polytechnic and the University of Birmingham… Cumulative fuel value: 520.

……

The top ten students of this year's Starry Sky Summer Camp were all introduced in a grand manner.

Those whose names were called invariably stood up with their heads held high and faces beaming as they greeted everyone.

After a summer of rigorous testing, overcoming numerous obstacles, I've finally reached this point and can now proudly hold my head high.

Jiang Mian was among the seven who were not selected.

Although the girl was disappointed, she had a great attitude. She was happily congratulating her classmate next to her, showing no sign of discouragement whatsoever.

In any case, the Starry Sky Summer Camp has come to an end here.

Song Xingye, Xu Zhe, Cao Que, and the other three walked to the front of the multi-functional conference hall and received certificates and medals from their mentor, Li Ang.

Li Ang looked at them with satisfaction, patted Song Xingye on the shoulder and said:

"Not bad, Xiao Song, your achievements will probably be on the company's radar for years to come, a solid 'Guinness World Record'!"

Cao Que chimed in from the side, "I don't think anyone will be able to surpass him in the next ten years!"

The crowd laughed and joked, creating a lively atmosphere.

Li Ang, with his hands behind his back and a half-smile, asked, "You're the top scorer; your reputation will probably spread throughout the entire company soon. So, tell me, is there a department you'd like to join? The experts are all online right now, listening intently."

On the screen, the eyes of President Liang and his group indeed focused on it.

The First, Fifth, and Eighth Academies are naturally the top choices for the elite.

As for the group headquarters... it's the core of power, but also a bottomless cesspool.

Even Song Xingye didn't dare to have any thoughts.

I don't have any outstanding achievements to show for myself right now. Staying at headquarters would just make me a nobody. I might as well show my skills at the grassroots level and level up in a real way.

In short, with the Star Project as a springboard, you can succeed anywhere.

But Song Xingye didn't want to offend the senior experts in front of them, so he pretended to be modest and pondered for a moment before saying:

"I haven't decided where to go yet. I'll decide after summer vacation, and I'll also ask my teacher for their opinion..."

The four old men on the screen, who had been eagerly waiting, clicked their tongues in disappointment and had no choice but to give up.

"Okay, no rush."

Li Ang nodded, his expression gradually becoming serious, and began to give final instructions regarding leaving the camp.

"There are still some procedures to go through. You should buy your tickets and go home first. In a while, the group's human resources department may send someone to visit your home for a routine background check. Don't be nervous, just answer whatever they ask."

Song Xingye understood.

This is essentially a political background check. Although these students had already been investigated once when they applied to the aerospace department, Dongyu Group would definitely investigate more thoroughly.

Moreover, the Star Project aims to cultivate future successors.

Li Ang continued rambling on:

"After I get back, I'll take some time to go to a top-tier hospital in my area for a check-up. When the visiting staff arrive at my home, I'll just hand over the check-up report to them."

"Then the tripartite agreement, the household registration acceptance letter, the letter of intent for job placement, and oh right, the confidentiality agreement, etc., will be sent directly to your school later. After signing, just mail them back to Dongyu Building."

"There's one last one..."

As he finished speaking, Li Ang emphasized his words, his gaze sweeping over the group of young people about to enter the classified unit.

"While you're still free, go have fun and travel abroad as soon as you want."

"Once we officially start working next year, everyone's passports will have to be handed over to the confidential department for safekeeping. Going abroad will be incredibly difficult then!"

"In addition, those whose political affiliation has not yet been resolved should hurry up and apply to the school branch to try to be rated as an active member. When work gets busy later, there won't be time for you to slowly write your self-criticism reports."

After explaining these trivial matters, Li Ang racked his brains to make sure nothing was missed, then waved his hand, his tone tinged with a touch of melancholy at parting.

"Alright, those are the important points. Everyone dismissed!"