Crossing through time 04, I blew up the American aircraft carrier.

DJI's beginnings were difficult. When Wang Tao was a graduate student, he teamed up with his classmates and, with the support of his advisor, founded DJI. At that time, the team could only work in a 20-square-meter warehouse before moving to a three-bedroom apartment.

Two years after starting the business, almost the entire original team left, and the company was on the verge of collapse. It was only when the mentor came back with people and funds that DJI was able to be revived.

Right now, Wang Tao is still an undergraduate student who hasn't gone to graduate school. For someone to provide him with money and technology, and even give him a 20% stake, is like a windfall!

If it were an ordinary person, they would have agreed long ago, but... he was still somewhat hesitant.

"What exactly is this drone you're talking about? Shall we...shall we go to the café up ahead and discuss it in detail?"

He didn't want to waste his time on meaningless projects!

"Can!"

Inside the coffee shop, Zhao Ergang spoke fluently and eloquently.

"These quadcopter drones are the future trend. They can be equipped with cameras for aerial photography, such as patrolling power and oil systems. Larger models can be used to spread pesticides, and they are cheaper than manned agricultural aircraft. There could even be flying cars..."

So far, Wang Tao has been researching helicopters, and this is his first time encountering a quadcopter. However, he was quickly impressed by the promising prospects that Zhao Ergang described.

"Okay, I'm willing to bring our classmates to join this company, but... the person in charge of the company..."

If someone who doesn't know anything about this comes along and starts giving unsolicited advice, that would be a disaster!

"Eighty percent of our shares are 'dry shares,' and you will be responsible for the company's day-to-day operations and management!"

"Okay, I'll do it!" Wang Tao took a deep breath. "I'll go apply to my advisor right now!"

In Wang Tao's rise to power, his mentor Li Zexiang was a key figure; he was the real big shot!

He was born in 1961, was admitted to Central South Institute of Mining and Metallurgy in 1978, and went to the United States to study as a government-sponsored student in 1979.

Once you understand that era, you'll know how difficult it was! There were only 52 people in 78, and a few more in 79, but still only 1277!

University of California, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, New York University... He didn't return to China until 92, and then worked at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He was the one who founded the Automation Research Center and the Robotics Institute!

In 99, he founded Googol Technology, specializing in the research of core technologies for motion control. Later, he also established the Songshan Lake International Robotics Industry Base.

DJI's success is inseparable from this mentor!

dong dong!

"Come in!"

"Teacher, I've come to ask you something..."

Wang Tao got straight to the point, skipping all pleasantries and wasting time.

After listening to Wang Tao's introduction, Li Zexiang's expression was very complicated.

"Teacher, is this project... not allowed?"

"Wang Tao, are you aware of a major event that recently occurred in the Middle East?"

Wang Tao is just a college student, his mind is full of technology, while Li Zexiang has a broader perspective and knows more information!

"What is it?"

"David Country, Tel Aviv, ten drones swooped down one after another and successfully wounded an important figure... Come and see this news on the internet."

Wang Tao walked behind the teacher's computer, looked at the news article, and his face grew increasingly grim.

"Dr. Booth of Germany is a leader in this quadcopter drone technology. He was assassinated in Germany some time ago and his whereabouts are unknown. The drone that has now appeared in the United States is very likely his creation."

Li Zexiang looked at his prized student: "Now, someone is offering you funding and technology. What's behind this...?"

Looking at Wang Tao, whose face had turned pale, she said, "You need to think carefully about whether you should take this job."

Upon hearing this news, Wang Tao's mind was in a state of confusion, but after taking a few deep breaths, his mind cleared up.

"Teacher, do you think this quadcopter could be a substitute for model helicopters?"

"The quadcopter has a simple structure, which makes it easy to achieve precise flight control. From a technical point of view, it has far advantages over helicopters."

"Okay, then I'll build this brand new type of aircraft!"

"What, aren't you afraid?"

"What's there to be afraid of? We're developing aerial photography drones, not weapons. Since this technology is gradually maturing, let's set our sights on this market and become number one in the world! How users choose is their business, not ours!"

Wang Tao has figured it out.

Nuclear technology can be used to make nuclear bombs as well as generate electricity. This has nothing to do with nuclear technology itself, but rather with the people who use it!

"Even if we don't research it, other companies will follow this technological path! This big news you mentioned probably means quite a few companies have already set their sights on the quadcopter drone market! We need to hurry up with our R&D; if we're going to do it, we have to be number one in the world!"

Li Zexiang smiled and said, "Alright, since you've made this decision, I'll fully support you! It's best to open this company in Shenzhen. And you... it's best if you don't go to the West in the future!"

Our motherland is still very safe!

"Um!"

That afternoon, in a three-bedroom apartment in Lianhua North Village, Shenzhen.

"Dear students, today, DJI, our drone company, is officially established. Our goal is to make the world's best quadcopter drone!" Wang Tao looked at the students he had gathered around him, his face full of excitement.

At that time, the team consisted of only four people, including him. However, he believed that DJI's future was bright!

"Brothers, as long as DJI can develop a mature drone, our annual sales will keep climbing. As startup founders, you can all make a fortune! Buy houses, cars, marry beautiful wives, and reach the pinnacle of life!"

Zhao Ergang, the mastermind behind it all, has stepped forward to speak!

His words immediately excited everyone. Forget about the ideal of becoming number one in the world; the most important thing is making money!

"Today is the company's founding day, so I'm treating you all to a big meal. Seafood and imported wines are all you can order. After we've eaten and drunk our fill, we'll go sing karaoke!"

"Long live!"

Everyone cheered, leaving Wang Tao... somewhat dejected, as his plan was to start working tonight!

On May 15, 2004, DJI was officially established. No one knew what kind of monster it would become, nor did anyone know who its boss was!

Just as Zhao Ergang was indulging in a feast with his men, in distant Yemen, Hassan had just returned to Saada and met Dr. Booth at the First Military Industrial Base.

"Dr. Booth, as you requested, we have released the flight control source code to the East. The next step is to expand it to the whole world..."

"No, don't make it public!" Dr. Booth interrupted him. "If we expand it worldwide, the Davidians will get the technology and use it against us! Just give it to the East!"