Cataclysmic Era: I can unlock the tech tree

1.1g.

1.2g.

……

The numbers on the holographic projection kept increasing, reaching the upper limit of the gravity chamber in just a few minutes.

1.5g.

Before the advent of deep-sea cabin technology, he even had to withstand super-strong overloads of more than 10g.

Some might ask, if it can withstand a powerful overload of more than 10g, then why can't it survive on a super-Earth with a gravity of 1.9g?

the reason is simple.

That level of extreme overload usually only lasts for a few seconds.

Moreover, with the presence of anti-G suits and ergonomic seats, the negative effects of overload are minimized.

But super-Earths are different.

That 1.9g of gravity is a real, tangible pressure on a person.

Walking or moving around while carrying such weight is obviously not an easy task.

Lü Yongchang turned his gaze to the holographic projection in front of him.

In the holographic image, Bai Yixuan stood still, unfazed by the equivalent gravity of 1.5g.

"How does it feel?"

Lu Yongchang asked.

Inside the gravity chamber, Bai Yixuan closed his eyes slightly and carefully sensed the surroundings.

It even controlled the exoskeleton armor to raise its hands and legs, performing a few standard military boxing moves.

Then, Bai Yixuan's response came through the communication channel.

"Professor, I feel good."

"With the help of an exoskeleton, standing and normal activities are not strenuous."

"I don't feel anything unusual in my joints and muscles."

"But the internal organs can still feel the heaviness caused by the increased gravity."

Outside the gravity chamber, Lü Yongchang nodded slightly.

It is basically in line with expectations.

Exoskeleton armor primarily addresses external issues such as joints and muscles.

Regarding internal organs, we can only rely on the research findings from Mao Zhengzhi's side.

Before the advent of specific gene-editing technologies, soldiers and researchers traveling to super-Earths could only endure some hardship—resting every night in medical cabins filled with deep-sea fluid.

Medical nanorobots can repair internal organ damage caused by excessive weight as much as possible.

Deep-sea fluid, on the other hand, can significantly reduce the effects of hypergravity on them.

"Conduct the test again," Lu Yongchang ordered directly.

After a moment's thought, he added softly, "Be careful. Under 1.5g of gravity, some movements may damage your internal organs."

"If you feel unwell, stop the test immediately."

In the holographic image, Bai Yixuan nodded slightly.

Then, he took control of the exoskeleton armor again, using it to move his body.

Singing, dancing...

Cough, no, that's not right.

Running, jumping, weightlifting...

Each test result appeared simultaneously in front of Lü Yongchang's eyes.

He raised his eyebrows slightly.

really.

As Zhu Ziwen said, the theoretical data of exoskeleton armor are all based on the performance under 1g gravity conditions. Under 1.5g or 1.9g conditions, the performance will be significantly reduced.

But even so.

Wearing this exoskeleton armor, Bai Yixuan is already considered a "superman" in the human fleet!

Maximum jump distance: 4.5 meters.

Jump height: 3 meters.

Maximum load capacity: 300 kg.

【…】

The basic tests ended quickly, and what followed were some more advanced "fancy tricks".

Standing jump with a 360-degree mid-air spin, balance beam, Moiré somersault...

As Bai Yixuan began performing these difficult moves, Lü Yongchang's expression became much more serious.

The first set of movements.

A standing jump followed by 360-degree and 720-degree mid-air rotations.

With the help of the exoskeleton armor, Bai Yixuan's movements appeared incredibly relaxed and comfortable.

But through the high-definition camera, Lü Yongchang knew that this set of movements was not so easy to complete.

At this moment, Bai Yixuan's face was pale, and he was breathing heavily.

Clearly, the immense load from these challenging movements, under a weight of 1.5g, had reached Bai Yixuan's limit.

"Bai Yixuan, how are you feeling?" Lü Yongchang asked in a deep voice. "Should we pause the test?"

Bai Yixuan didn't say anything, but took a few deep breaths and waved at the camera.

Once his pale face returned to normal, he shook his head and walked towards the specially made parallel bars next to him.

Next up is the Mozart somersault.

Even under 1g of gravity, this set of movements is not something an ordinary person can do.

Even with an equivalent gravity of 1g, Bai Yixuan was able to perfectly reproduce this difficult gymnastics move thanks to zero auxiliary control.

Standing on the high horizontal bar, Bai Yixuan took a deep breath.

He leaped up and grabbed the horizontal bar.

Do a front somersault over the bar and then grab it!

An accident occurred when both hands were removed from the first horizontal bar.

A warning message instantly appeared on the holographic projection in front of Lü Yongchang.

【warn! 】

[Tester detected as unconscious; emergency procedures activated!]

Before anyone could react, the exoskeleton armor, suspended in mid-air, quickly curled up under Zero's control.

After adjusting its posture in mid-air, the exoskeleton armor landed safely on the ground.

Through a high-definition camera, it can be seen clearly.

Bai Yixuan, encased in exoskeleton armor, was deathly pale with his eyes closed.

Clearly, the immense strain of those movements had exceeded his body's capacity.

"White Team!"

From the side came Hong Fan and Xia Wanyi's exclamations.

Lu Yongchang's face was somewhat grim, and he said in a hurried tone, "Zero, reduce the rotation speed of the gravity chamber."

"Prepare the medical pod immediately!"

"Bring Dr. Wen over here!"

The rotational speed of the gravity chamber decreased rapidly.

The internal equivalent gravity quickly decreased from 1.5g to 0.5g.

Perhaps due to the reduced gravity, it was clearly visible through the camera that Bai Yixuan's complexion had improved considerably.

Under everyone's gaze, he slowly opened his eyes, supported himself with one hand, and struggled to sit up straight.

"Captain Bai!" Upon seeing Bai Yixuan wake up, Hong Fan's face lit up with joy. He quickly squeezed through the circular airlock in front of him and ran towards Bai Yixuan in a few quick steps.

Lü Yongchang and a group of researchers followed Hong Fan and Xia Wanyi into the gravity chamber.

"professor."

After being helped up from the ground by Hong Fan, Bai Yixuan gave Lü Yongchang, who had rushed over, a wry smile: "I'm sorry to disappoint you."

Lu Yongchang looked grave and asked anxiously, "How are you feeling?"

"It should be nothing serious." Bai Yixuan took a deep breath. Perhaps due to some internal damage, a look of pain appeared on his face. "It's just that the overload of that set of movements was a bit too strong."

"If a younger person were in charge, they should be able to pull through."

Lü Yongchang nodded solemnly: "Okay, I understand."

He turned his head to look at the airlock behind him and said noncommittally, "You go with Dr. Wen first and get some rest."