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Chapter 1486 Studying Computers in the 17th Century

Was it possible to start studying computers in the 17th century?If it is necessary to research and manufacture a computer out of thin air, it cannot be manufactured anyway.However, Chu Yun has a system that can enable prerequisite technologies and summon talents to help realize these technologies.

As the territory becomes more prosperous, more and more advanced technologies can be opened, Chu Yun believes that he can see the first electronic computer in his lifetime.

Of course, it is still very difficult to produce a portable home computer in the 17th century...

However, it is already unimaginable that the concept of a supercomputer, which is so shocking and weeping ghosts and gods, was proposed in the 17th century when basic science was in the ascendant.

Just like the current Liu Rushi, when he heard Chu Yun say that he had to adapt to the simple calculation of thousands or tens of thousands of times by machines instead of manpower, he thought it was a fantasy.

The current steam engines are very sophisticated, but not enough to have the "intelligence" of calculation. They just run quickly under the drive of steam, rotating shafts and gears to generate power.This is very different from computing.

"Is it really possible to produce such a machine? Automatically recognize commands, process them, and then output results?" Liu Rushi was incredulous about the concept Chu Yun proposed.

The concept of a computer is very simple in the final analysis, such a process of input, processing, and output.

But it is very difficult to achieve!
First of all, how to let the machine recognize what the input content is?Secondly, how to let the machine have "memory", store one or several mathematical models to process the input content?Finally, output the result of the problem in a reasonable way.

These are things that ordinary steam engines and engines cannot do.

"Such a machine probably needs input devices, computing units, controllers, storage, output devices... This is just a simple idea of ​​mine. If you want the machine to have its own language, then the binary language based on circuits is the best Choose... That’s all I know, and you need people from the School of Mathematics and the School of Physics to develop such a machine together.” Chu Yun didn’t know whether he was right or wrong, but he knew he shouldn’t It would be misleading the other party.

It would be nice to be able to give the other party some enlightenment, and Chu Yun really didn't know the more complicated principles.

Liu Ru was thoughtful because of Chu Yun's idea, but the electronic tube had not been invented yet, so she couldn't think of how to realize Chu Yun's idea for a while.

"Don't worry, the reason why our military department will organize outstanding talents from the School of Mathematics and the School of Physics to study this machine is to pave the way for the future. Even if it takes 50 years to develop it, it is enough for us. One item Even if the great research has no results, it can provide a lot of technical foundation for future generations.” Chu Yun does not expect to be able to advance to the third industrial revolution in his lifetime, only the steam technology revolution and the electric power technology revolution have already turned history More than 200 years in advance.

"Your Excellency, you put forward such a difficult concept all at once. It is too difficult for a girl who studies mathematics to invent a computer that can calculate ballistic trajectories. It is not a delay for someone to spend 50 years on research. Did you have a great youth?" Da Yuer said from the side.

Chu Yun suffocated slightly, and had no choice but to say: "This is the case with some difficult technical research. In order to fund this project, the salary of the researcher alone exceeds 10000 taels of silver every year, not including the cost of training. After the production of effective machines In front of them, such investment has no output.”

"Da Yuer, it's better not to make things difficult for your lord. Sister Liu is engaged in research. If you can really invent this kind of machine, maybe you can be famous in history, and the reward from the military leader may be very generous. "Aila defended Chu Yun on the side.

"If their lab can really invent a machine that I'm satisfied with, it won't be a problem for everyone to be rewarded with a ten-year salary as a bonus." Of course, Chu Yun is also very generous.

Just kidding, if the first generation of electronic computers could be invented in the 17th century, wouldn't it be a ten-year salary as a bonus?Chu Yun will not be stingy with this little money!

"Rewarding ten years' salary at a time, my lord is really generous." Da Yuer smiled.

"In a few days, there will be some lanterns and flower markets in the city. My lord, why don't we take advantage of this time to visit? We can also encourage the people and work hard to promote production." Ella suggested at this time.

"Okay, just take a look at this year's event." Chu Yun nodded in agreement with her suggestion.

After Liu Rushi's inspection and counseling for Ling'er was over, he chatted with Chu Yun and the others for a while, and then left.When she left, she was still a little lost in thought.

Now she knows what the military's mysterious Project 01 is - to solve mathematical problems by physical means, a magical machine called a computer, which is obviously powered not by steam, but by electricity.

It's just a machine that is still under conception, and it is undoubtedly extremely difficult to actually invent it from scratch.

Chu Yun has not even summoned talents with computer technology, and even invented electronic components such as diodes...

But is it possible to use mathematical logic and logic circuits to create the prototype of this machine to obtain a doctorate in physics?Liu Rushi couldn't help having some thoughts.

"Thank you for taking care of Ling'er and Xue'er on your behalf. Sometimes the children are very noisy, and our yard is rarely quiet for a while." Chu Yun said to Xiao Xiu'er who often helped take care of the two children.

"It doesn't matter, we are looking for penicillium, usually I don't need to go to the emergency room, so it's easy." Xiao Xiu'er waved her hand quickly and said.

In addition to being a doctor in the military lord's mansion, she began to study bacteriology, and more experiments were done in the laboratory of the medical department.Even doctors can be divided into research doctors and clinical doctors.

Chu Yun still saw Xiao Xiu'er's silent dedication, but felt somewhat indebted.

"By the way, my lord, I want to ask for leave and go back to the mountain tribes in Yizhou with Goya. We followed you all the way to the capital, but we haven't gone back to see it. Goya said she missed her family and asked me if I would like to Let's go back together. I think the people in the tribe took good care of me..." Xiao Xiu'er asked before leaving.

"Of course this is good. You just need to manage the time for leave yourself. Our current ship is sailing on the sea. It is not difficult to go from the capital to Yizhou. By the way, let Yu Cheng protect you and return to Yizhou. Maybe let him go to see his father-in-law." Chu Yun readily agreed.

(End of this chapter)