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Chapter 1231 The face slap came so fast

When Zhang Qihang was disappointed with the technology of Eaton's early AMT automatic transmission, the discussion among the comrades at Sinotruk Group became more and more heated...

"Because it is equipped with an automatic clutch, it eliminates the need for the driver to step on the clutch pedal frequently to change gears, which greatly reduces the operational difficulty and work intensity of the driver. I think we can also follow this idea..."

"That's right, that's right, I think the same way," the person next to him immediately picked up the words before he finished speaking, and said excitedly, "And this is an upgrade to the original manual gearbox. There is basically no change in the main structure of the gearbox, so the overall manufacturing cost of the gearbox will definitely not increase much..."

"I heard that Eaton's gearbox was welcomed by the market immediately after it was launched. Not only all kinds of medium-duty trucks and heavy-duty trucks, but also city buses, long-distance buses and other vehicles have begun to choose this gearbox. , since Eaton can succeed, we can definitely succeed too..."

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Everyone was discussing enthusiastically, and Zhang Qihang was also listening carefully to everyone's discussion, but as the discussion progressed, Zhang Qihang frowned slightly: Everyone discussed very enthusiastically, but unfortunately the content of the discussion was How to learn and learn from the ideas of Eaton’s UltraShift gearbox, and then apply this idea to its own gearbox to create Sinotruk’s own “AMT” gearbox. No one has learned and thought about how to upgrade this gearbox For a truly "automatic" gearbox, no one has discussed how to hybridize this gearbox-it seems that although I have repeatedly asked everyone to pay attention to hybrid technology, the Technology Research Institute is very concerned about their own. I still haven't paid much attention to the order.

But if you are not happy, you are not happy, Zhang Qihang is not in a hurry: management work is like this, how can it be so easy to do?It is impossible for the boss to say a word, and the people below will immediately obey obediently and unconditionally. At this time, the test is the manager's management ability, but then again...

His gaze inadvertently swept over the face of Zhao Yi, the chief engineer of the group's transmission system, who was frowning all the time. Zhang Qihang felt relieved a lot: It seems that Lao Zhao is not very happy with everyone's thoughts...

When the discussion was almost over, Zhang Qihang asked with a smile: "So, everyone thinks that Eaton's UltraShift gearbox is quite good in the field of commercial vehicle transmission systems?"

As soon as Zhang Qihang's words fell, everyone responded one after another...

"Yes, Mr. Zhang, we all agree that the technical idea of ​​Eaton's gearbox is very in line with our requirements. From a technical point of view, we can completely achieve the same by upgrading the existing gearbox. Function."

"Yes, the most important thing is that Eaton has proven that this technical route is the best, and the technical difficulty is not very difficult, it is relatively easy to implement, and the overall cost of the gearbox will not increase much..."

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Everyone expressed their opinions one after another, and the smile on Zhang Qihang's face did not change at all, it was still smiling, nodding repeatedly: "I see it that way too..."

Speaking of this, he suddenly changed his tone, and asked Zhao Yi who had been frowning and silent: "Old Zhao, do you think our technology research institute has the ability to make a similar gearbox by ourselves?"

Zhao Yi obviously didn't think that Zhang Qihang would call his own name. He was taken aback for a moment, but then he said confidently: "It's no problem at all! As long as the group gives us enough support, we will definitely be able to do it." .”

"Oh," Zhang Qihang responded, and then asked again: "Old Zhao, you are an expert in the transmission system, do you think our group wants to make similar improvements on the basis of the existing gearbox, it will probably take How much R&D funding and how long is the R&D cycle?"

Zhao Yi immediately answered Zhang Qihang's question, but after thinking for a while, he opened his mouth and said to Zhang Qihang: "Mr. Zhang, from a technical point of view, the core thing on Eaton's UltraShift gearbox is the DM that it carries. Auto Clutch automatic clutch, as long as there are similar automatic clutch products, other problems are not a problem, but..."

Speaking of this, Zhao Yi looked at Zhang Qihang and said seriously: "But Mr. Zhang, I have some other ideas about Eaton's brother's gearbox."

"Well, you said."

Zhang Qihang responded and signaled Zhao Yi to continue.

Zhang Qihang knew very well that the reason why Zhao Yi didn't answer his question right away, but first talked about the DM Auto Clutch, was because he was going to bargain with him later.

But this is also normal. As the chief engineer of Sinotruk Group in the field of transmission technology, Zhao Yi himself is responsible for seeking benefits and benefits for his employees. Otherwise, why would everyone listen to you?What Zhang Qihang is really curious about now is how big is Zhao Yi's appetite?

"The development of our own AMT automatic transmission is a strategy that the group has determined before, but with all due respect, in my opinion, Eaton Group's UltraShift transmission should not be called an AMT automatic transmission at all. I think this gearbox is similar to the semi-automatic gearbox of Huateng Group, so it should be called a semi-automatic gearbox."

Speaking of this, Zhao Yi's tone began to become impassioned: "Even in my opinion, Eaton's semi-automatic transmission based on the centrifugal automatic clutch is not as good as Huateng Group's semi-automatic transmission. Anyway, the automatic clutch of Huateng Group's semi-automatic gearbox is electronically controlled, with faster response and more precise control. In terms of technological advancement, it is definitely much more advanced than Eaton's centrifugal automatic clutch.

Let's not talk about whether to take the real AMT technology route or the semi-automatic technology route. Even if it is to take the semi-automatic technology route, it should also adopt the electronically controlled automatic clutch instead of the centrifugal automatic clutch. "

These words made many of the technicians who clamored to take Eaton's centrifugal automatic clutch technology route and Eaton's more advanced technology route to blush. If so, as for Zhang Qihang, he applauded...

"Crack...crack...crack..."

Zhang Qihang looked relieved, and nodded repeatedly while applauding: "Very good, Lao Zhao, you technical people must have such a spirit of not admitting defeat. I am very happy that you think so."

Zhao Yi didn't expect Zhang Qihang to be so direct. His face immediately turned red. He was a little at a loss. He was so nervous that he didn't even know where to put his hands.

It was Zhang Qihang, who said with a smile, "Go on, Lao Zhao, you haven't finished what you just said."

"Ah? Oh oh..."

Zhao Yi was stunned for a moment, and then realized what his boss said: How much R&D funding and R&D cycle do I really need?After reacting, Zhao Yi hesitated for a while, and then said to Zhang Qihang in a low voice: "Mr. Zhang, I have some ideas, can I talk to you alone?"

Want to talk to me alone?

Zhang Qihang was slightly surprised by Zhao Yi's words, and then nodded with a smile: "It's just right, everyone has been busy for so long, let's rest for a while...Old Zhao, let's go out and smoke a cigarette to relax."

After speaking, he lifted his foot and walked out.

"it is good."

Zhao Yi hurriedly responded and quickly followed behind Zhang Qihang's ass.

When he came to the lounge, Zhang Qihang handed Zhao Yi a cigarette, and asked with a smile, "Old Zhao, have one."

"it is good."

Zhao Yi, with a simple and honest face that is unique to technicians, took the cigarette handed over by Zhang Qihang, and after helping Zhang Qihang light the fire, he did not go around in circles with Zhang Qihang, and said directly: "Mr. After making the decision to develop AMT automatic transmissions, hybrid-specific engines, and hybrid-specific transmissions, I was thinking about one thing, that is, our group has never made mistakes in automatic transmissions before, and even in Europe and the United States, The AMT automatic transmission technology for commercial vehicles has only been used for a few years, so it is not mature and perfect. The original intention of the group's decision must be good, but I think it is too anxious ?”

Speaking of this, Zhao Yi said sincerely when he was nervous: "Mr. Zhang, I am a technician engaged in research and development, so I shouldn't think about these things. I just do the research and development tasks assigned by the group honestly. But I always feel that before AMT and hybrid, we can use semi-automatic transmission to make a transition. In this way, we will have plenty of time to develop AMT automatic transmission and future hybrid special transmission, and also give the market and the time for consumers to accept our new products."

After finishing speaking, Zhao Yi subconsciously pursed his lips.

Obviously, he, who is not good at hiding his emotions, is very nervous at the moment.

This is normal. To some extent, Zhao Yi's views can be regarded as his opposition to the group's collective decision. Yi has a good understanding of Zhang Qihang, knowing that Zhang Qihang is a leader who listens to advice and has a big heart. He would never say what he said today to Zhang Qihang.

But even so, Zhao Yi is still extremely nervous: the idea of ​​developing an AMT automatic transmission, a special hybrid engine and a special hybrid transmission was promoted by Mr. Zhang at the beginning, and his words can be said to be in the Contrary to Mr. Zhang's decision, who knows what kind of reaction Mr. Zhang will have after hearing what he said?
It's no wonder that Zhao Yi has this kind of thought in his heart. Those leaders who are so arrogant and arrogant that they can't bear to refute him at all, and think that refuting him is an offense to him, are there few leaders?Even if Zhang Qihang has always been broad-minded, who knows what he thinks about this matter, what kind of attitude is he?

(End of this chapter)