Cataclysmic Era: I can unlock the tech tree

"So, what exactly went wrong?"

Mo Zeyang's eyes were filled with lingering fear: "This has never happened during the trial run, why did it happen during the official run...?"

Lü Yongchang shook his head with a wry smile.

"To be honest, this is my fault."

"I completely forgot that the existence of zero is based on the foundation of quantum computers."

Mo Zeyang was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized: "So that's how it is!"

As he spoke, a bitter smile appeared on his face.

This is awkward.

Currently manufactured photonic computers are simply integrated optical computers.

Compared to the original electronic computer, it simply replaced the original circuit with an optical path.

Photonic computers and quantum optical computers differ by only one word, but they are worlds apart.

The former still uses binary basic arithmetic.

The latter uses quantum computing.

Lu Yongchang looked thoughtfully at the holographic projection in front of him.

On the projection, the red warning sign continued to flash.

The experiment failed?

Actually not.

Photonic computers and optical quantum computers may seem quite different, but they can still be included in each other.

The main emphasis of photonic computers lies in their data transmission methods.

Replacing electrons with photons not only greatly accelerates data transmission speed, but also significantly improves the original heat generation problem, thereby indirectly increasing computing speed.

The main focus of optical quantum computers is on their internal data processing methods.

In simple terms, photonic computers affect external hardware, while quantum computers relate to internal software.

"professor?"

Noticing that Lü Yongchang hadn't spoken for a long time, a hint of worry flashed in Mo Zeyang's eyes, and he said in a low voice, "Professor, if photonic computers have succeeded, then quantum optical computers can also succeed."

"It just means spending a little more time on research."

Lü Yongchang came to his senses.

He looked at Mo Zeyang beside him with a strange expression.

"Ahem!" Lü Yongchang coughed lightly. "Of course I know that."

"What I was actually thinking about just now was how to implement an optical quantum computer."

Mo Zeyang: "..."

"Alright, alright, everyone disperse." Lü Yongchang waved his hand. "By the way, Academician Mo, please test the performance of this photonic computer again. I'll take care of the quantum computer."

With that, he turned and walked toward his office.

……

The office door opened.

Lü Yongchang quickly returned to his seat.

"Zero, do not open the door without my permission."

After giving the order, he closed his eyes.

The instant he closed his eyes, his consciousness had already entered the technology tree space.

It looks just like the familiar place.

The only difference is that the cursor for [Photonic Computer Technology] is much brighter than before.

Based on his past experience, such brightness basically means that the fundamental technologies for achieving this technology have been fully mastered.

Only one final step remains—to manufacture it completely.

Seeing this, Lü Yongchang breathed a slight sigh of relief.

It seems his guess was correct.

There are only two challenges in realizing a photonic computer in the system.

Firstly, the control, setting, and reading of photons.

Humans have actually already mastered this technology to a basic level.

Long-range communication devices are the best application for this.

Secondly, there is the integrated optical path.

To realize quantum computing, it is necessary to build upon the foundation of photonic computers.

……

Another month has passed.

In the office.

A holographic image quietly unfolds.

"Professor, the installation is complete."

As soon as Ling finished speaking, a faint green glint, imperceptible to others, flashed in Lü Yongchang's eyes once again.

"Okay, I understand." Sensing the changes occurring within the technology tree system, he said urgently, "Have Academician Mo complete the preliminary preparations first; I need to rest for a while."

As he spoke, he closed his eyes.

After giving up resistance, his consciousness was instantly dragged into the technology tree system space.

At the pinnacle of a first-level civilization's technological tree, it shines brightly.

Lu Yongchang looked up and subconsciously tried to squint.

The light did not diminish in the slightest.

After a brief moment of stunned silence, he chuckled to himself.

I almost forgot, this is my own consciousness, so there's no such thing as closing my eyes.

The light gradually intensified.

At the same time, Lü Yongchang's perspective began to rise.

Controlled nuclear fusion technology

Miniaturized fusion reactor

【…】

Electromagnetic coil gun technology

High-energy laser technology

Familiar cursors flashed past his eyes.

Gradually, his consciousness reached the top of the technology tree.

He looked up at the distinct boundary.

That is the insurmountable chasm between a first-level civilization and a second-level civilization.

The light grew stronger, and the boundaries gradually dissolved.

Consciousness rose again.

This time, he easily crossed the boundary that symbolized the level of civilization!

Level Two Civilization!

This time, his consciousness stood at the bottom of the second-level civilization's technology tree!

The light gradually faded, revealing the cursor inside.

Photonic Computer

A thin white line extends from it, heading straight for the next dim cursor.

The path of civilization's progress has reappeared!

Lü Yongchang instinctively held his breath!

At the same time, a bright, thin line shot up from the bottom of the Level 1 tech tree!

Two thin lines intersect and connect to an icon.

Starship Adaptive Repair Technology

Lü Yongchang was slightly taken aback.

He quickly looked down.

The second fine line comes from nanorobotics technology.

It dawned on him.

It seems that with the computing power of a quantum computer, Zero can better manipulate those nanorobots.

The thin line did not stop, but continued to extend upwards.

A third cursor appeared.

Ternary computer

The cursor is extremely dim.

Upon seeing this, Lü Yongchang's eyes lit up with realization.

This should be the direction in which computer technology is moving forward.

His gaze didn't linger; it went straight to the dim cursor on the other side.

[Initial Mastery of Energy Weapons: Plasma Weapons]

Above it, there were several faintly visible cursors.

[Energy Weapon Upgrade: Type II Laser Weapon]

【…】

In the distance, there is a cursor marking materials science.

Looking at the dim cursors, Lü Yongchang's eyes burned with fervor!

He couldn't wait to "analyze" these unknown technologies!

But his reason prevented him from acting.

At least for now, he doesn't want to visit Dr. Wen.

He reluctantly withdrew his consciousness and "broke free" from the technology tree space.

He sat down in his chair, took a deep breath, and calmed his racing heart before getting up and walking toward the office door.