my tech museum
Chapter 414 Disappointment or Hope?
Chapter 414 Disappointment or Hope?
"Xingtong has completed receiving the information, and can start the model construction of the particle neutralization shield device at any time. The estimated completion time is 19 days, 21 hours, 45 minutes and 36 seconds."
Titan.
The residential area of the fortress center.
With the help of consciousness uploading technology, Xu Lei transferred the technology related to particle neutralization shield and energy shield multiplier in his mind to Xingtong, so as to ensure that Xingtong can quickly complete the model construction.
The so-called particle neutralization shield is mainly an application to the deflection of charged particles under the action of a magnetic field.
With the help of the manufactured device, a strong magnetic field is formed to allow particles to move around the magnetic field. As long as the number of particles moving around the magnetic field is large enough, it is equivalent to forming a wall of high-energy particles around the magnetic field, that is, the large star destroyer in the Milky Way. Will equip the energy shield.
And change the shape of the magnetic field to change the trajectory of the particles moving in the magnetic field, and then superimpose multiple magnetic fields to make the particles run along the orbit of any shape.
Achieve the effect of wrapping warships for defense.
If the magnetic field is unstable or there is a problem with the superposition, the effect of the battleship's energy shield will be greatly reduced.
The particle neutralization shield technology from the source star that Xu Lei exchanged from the Science and Technology Museum with his influence, because the actual effect is higher than that of the Star Destroyer equipped in the Milky Way, so the requirements for various parameters are even more stringent.
It must be accurate and there must be no errors in the slightest.
Otherwise, the actual effect may be no different from the energy shields outside.
Besides, besides the particle neutralization shield device, he also has an energy shield multiplier that needs to be manufactured, which is relatively cumbersome.
In order to make these two products come out as soon as possible, only some means can be taken.
Transfer the formula technology in your mind to Xingtong, and Xingtong can calculate and generate the previous data model in real time, which will save a lot of time.
Although he can do it himself, but in the case of not being able to enter the overclocking state, this kind of thing is really not as good as Xingtong.
Anyway, Xingtong's identity is special, so there is no need to worry about technology leakage.
In addition, although the solar system is still normal at the moment, and the lives of the people do not seem to be affected, as long as it takes a long time, various problems will inevitably be exposed.
At that time, there will be no way to solve it.
It is bound to make the Human Security Alliance anxious and overwhelmed.
So right now, while Hongyan Galaxy has no further action, it is most important to reverse the situation in time and regain the initiative.
Therefore, it can be said that before coming to Titan, Xu Lei decided to do these things.
"It's almost 20 days, but it's not too late." Seeing the specific time when the model was completed on the virtual screen projected by the star pupil in front of him, Xu Lei muttered softly as if thinking to himself.
The construction of the model including two devices still needs a lot of simulations to determine the safety, and only 20 days is really not too long.
It is within an acceptable range.
After all, if Xu Lei didn't rely on Xingtong's quantum computing speed, it would take longer for Xu Lei alone.
The thought stayed here, Xu Lei didn't hesitate any more, and immediately ordered Xingtong: "Let's start."
"Good boss."
Facing Xu Lei's instructions, Xingtong nodded in response and officially started the construction of the data model of the device, and at the same time, he could see the estimated time on the screen begin to flow.
At this moment, Xingtong also seemed to be frozen in place, putting all his computing power into it.
It can be seen that a special model in the room is gradually taking shape.
Of course Xu Lei will not be idle.
At this moment, I saw him standing in the virtual model, paying attention to the construction of the model in real time, and making timely corrections where there were problems.
The level of seriousness seems to have nothing to do with him.
It's worth mentioning that Xu Lei has already condensed his eternal body, so he doesn't need to worry about energy at all. In addition, Xingtong is also a mechanical life form, which saves the step of food supplement, which belongs to ordinary human beings.
Invisibly improve work efficiency to the extreme without wasting any time.
Ordinary scientists are incomparable in this regard.
In this way, as time passed day by day, the completion date estimated by Xingtong was getting closer and closer.
at the same time.
In the Titan Shipyard, Lin Na, Li Chengzhe, Gu Sanlin and other scientists are also busy.
In the large shipyard, two kamikaze battleships under construction can be seen in the open area in the center, while various materials and special equipment are piled up in a wide room next to it.
"Dean Li, the materials and equipment transported from Seitan have been counted and placed properly." Suddenly a scientist wearing glasses in the crowd walked up to Li Chengzhe to report, and handed over the documents in his hand while speaking.
"Finally everything is settled, so that we can invest in research and development as soon as Dean Xu comes out." Li Chengzhe took the document and briefly glanced at it, and said with relief after confirming that it was correct.
If Xu Lei entrusted him with such an important task, he must take responsibility and no mistakes should be allowed.
You must know that this project is related to whether the solar system can continue to develop.
The meaning is extraordinary.
And as Li Chengzhe opened up the conversation box, the atmosphere in the whole room suddenly became active.
Gu Sanlin next to him put down a piece of special material, and couldn't help but take the initiative to say: "What kind of project did you say the dean will develop this time? It's really exciting?"
Perhaps it was Gu Sanlin who spoke everyone's heartfelt thoughts, and as soon as the words fell, others took over and echoed: "It is definitely not easy for the dean to be in charge of the project, and this project is also a good opportunity for us. , Maybe you can learn some relatively high-level technical knowledge."
"Anyway, I'm already looking forward to it, it's really curious!"
"The dean can surprise everyone every time, and I believe this time will be no exception."
"Since the dean said that this project can solve the red rock galaxy's targeting of us, then we old guys just need to cooperate with all our strength."
"Being able to participate in the research and development of this level of project, we take advantage of the dean."
Li Chengzhe listened to everyone's remarks, but he did not respond hastily, but turned his attention to the green star Linna not far away.
After a little hesitation, he still walked over.
"Miss Linna, what's your opinion on the project that the dean said?" He took the initiative to ask Linna for advice.
In Li Chengzhe's view, although Lin Na is not a scientist, as the daughter of the Star Ring Heavy Industry Group, she has almost come into contact with many large and small civilizations in the Orion spiral arm.
In terms of experience alone, it is far above them.
Since they couldn't guess what Xu Lei was talking about for the time being, and they were feeling uncomfortable right now, they could only listen to Linna's opinion, which might lead to some new ideas.
Linna suddenly heard herself being called, and her first reaction was quite unexpected.
But soon got into trouble again.
Because she doesn't know how to answer this question.
When she first came to Titan Star, she was very happy to learn that Xu Lei had found a way to deal with the attack on the Red Rock Galaxy.
But as she calmed down these days, she no longer had much hope.
As for the reason, it is also very simple, that is, in the current situation, it is difficult to have anything that can attract the attention of most civilizations, and it has to stand openly on the opposite side of the Red Rock Galaxy.
In this way, it is necessary to ensure that the project has sufficient attractiveness.
It's just that this kind of technology often involves very advanced theoretical and technical knowledge, and even a third-level civilization may take many years to study.
Not to mention the solar system that has just been promoted to the second level of civilization.
Even if Xu Lei has a very high talent as a scientist, it may be too difficult to complete it in such a short period of time.
With a high probability, the project will fail in the end or will not be bought by other civilizations.
Although Lin Na didn't want to say these things to disappoint others, seeing Li Chengzhe's unswerving attitude towards the new project, she was afraid that they would not be able to accept it in the end.
As the saying goes, the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment.
However, the Star Ring Heavy Industry has been bound to the solar system. At this stage, there is no other better way than to rely on Seitan to continue to mediate, or to find the inspector of the Galactic Civilization Administration to mediate.
So even if he knew it would be a failure in the end, he could only let Xu Lei continue.
So after a little hesitation, finally Lin Na shook her head and said, "Sorry, I can't judge the project that Brother Xu wants to develop."
Hearing Lin Na's answer, although he was a little disappointed, Li Chengzhe didn't say anything more, just smiled and said to Gu Sanlin and other scientists: "It seems that we can only wait for the dean to come out, I hope this time will not be too late." Too long."
……
Time flies by like a white horse.
Especially in the Titan star fortress far away from the earth star, I can't feel the passage of time, and more than ten days have passed in the blink of an eye.
Saturday, November 2057, 12.
In the room in the central residential area of the fortress, although Xingtong still maintained her original movements, which had not changed at all from 20 days ago, there were two virtual models with special shapes in front of her.
It is the device that creates the particle neutralization shield, and the special energy shield multiplier.
The time was almost exactly as predicted by Xingtong. After nearly 20 days of continuous construction and simulation, the final data model was finally obtained.
However, Xu Lei did not directly choose to go out, but continued to issue new instructions to Xingtong: "Xingtong, perform the last simulation calculation on the model."
"It's the boss."
After receiving this order, Xingtong was finally willing to change his actions, and entered the programmed process after starting the execution.
"Simulating..."
"This simulation is expected to take 5 minutes and 45 seconds."
……
Because it is only a simulation test of the model, relying on the calculation speed of Xingtong will naturally not take too long compared to model construction, it only takes about 5 minutes.
During this period of time, Xu Lei did not leave, and still stood there waiting patiently.
Although the evaluation of this technology in major science and technology museums is high, and the normal performance data is given, but at present, it is remanufactured according to the technology after all.
Certainly not a 100% perfect replica of the exhibits in the museum.
So at this moment, Xu Lei is still a little nervous. If the defense effect of the designed device is similar to the energy shield on the Star Destroyer, it will lose its appeal to other civilizations.
At that time, it may not be that they will choose to tear themselves apart from the Red Rock Galaxy for this device.
Fortunately, Xu Lei's mood didn't last too long, and soon Xingtong's voice rang out again.
"This simulation is over."
"Compared with the Star Destroyer energy shield data, the particle neutralization shield defense effect is increased by [-]%, which can effectively resist high-energy particle flow weapons."
"After activating the energy shield booster, the data performance of the Star Destroyer is increased by 30.00% six."
"Great!"
Almost at the moment when he heard the final result, Xu Lei couldn't suppress the excitement in his heart, and subconsciously blurted out to congratulate himself for the solar system.
Although the effectiveness of the particle neutralization shield is only 30.00% higher than that of the Star Destroyer energy shield, it can climb to 40.00% after using the energy shield booster. Compared with the [-]% data given in the museum Not too little.
Even after the actual manufacture of the device, the efficiency will decrease due to various problems, but the overall value will be above 30.00%.
Enough to cause the civilization in the Milky Way to go crazy.
What's more, it is not the simple particle neutralization shield that really plays a big killer effect, but the effect of the energy shield booster that can be used to install shields on medium-sized battleships.
This is the most critical part.
After being busy in the room for nearly 20 days, Xu Lei finally breathed a sigh of relief. As long as the previous data model is constructed to ensure that it does not make mistakes, the specific manufacturing work of the device will go very smoothly.
After all, the warship production line in the Titan Shipyard also came from Origin Star, and with sufficient special materials, it was really hard to imagine what could go wrong.
In a good mood, Xu Lei thought that other people outside were still waiting for him to reveal the new project, so he ordered Xingtong again: "Let Li Chengzhe and the others gather at the shipyard and say that the project will officially start."
"It's the boss." Xingtong nodded in response.
After speaking, the two left the room one after the other.
-
It was around three o'clock that afternoon.
Li Chengzhe, Gu Sanlin and other scientists who were notified had already arrived at the new project site of the shipyard. When they heard that Xu Lei had officially completed the construction of the data model in the early stage of the device, everyone was so excited that they ran over almost before the time came.
After all, everyone wants to know the real face of this new project at the first time.
As for Xu Lei's ability to complete all the model construction so quickly, everyone has no doubts.
It seems that as long as it is in Xu Lei's hands, it is normal.
Among the people present, only Linna, who also came over, had a complex expression, unable to determine whether the next one was disappointment or surprise.
Soon.
When the figures of Xu Lei and Xingtong appeared in everyone's sight, everyone focused their eyes and couldn't wait.
In this regard, Xu Lei looked around the crowd, and after seeing the expressions on everyone's faces, he knew what to do next. After all, he knew the personalities of these scientists and professors very well.
So he didn't delay any longer, and immediately turned his head to Xingtong next to him and said, "Xingtong, release the models of the particle neutralization shield device and energy shield booster, and the project will officially start tomorrow."
(End of this chapter)
"Xingtong has completed receiving the information, and can start the model construction of the particle neutralization shield device at any time. The estimated completion time is 19 days, 21 hours, 45 minutes and 36 seconds."
Titan.
The residential area of the fortress center.
With the help of consciousness uploading technology, Xu Lei transferred the technology related to particle neutralization shield and energy shield multiplier in his mind to Xingtong, so as to ensure that Xingtong can quickly complete the model construction.
The so-called particle neutralization shield is mainly an application to the deflection of charged particles under the action of a magnetic field.
With the help of the manufactured device, a strong magnetic field is formed to allow particles to move around the magnetic field. As long as the number of particles moving around the magnetic field is large enough, it is equivalent to forming a wall of high-energy particles around the magnetic field, that is, the large star destroyer in the Milky Way. Will equip the energy shield.
And change the shape of the magnetic field to change the trajectory of the particles moving in the magnetic field, and then superimpose multiple magnetic fields to make the particles run along the orbit of any shape.
Achieve the effect of wrapping warships for defense.
If the magnetic field is unstable or there is a problem with the superposition, the effect of the battleship's energy shield will be greatly reduced.
The particle neutralization shield technology from the source star that Xu Lei exchanged from the Science and Technology Museum with his influence, because the actual effect is higher than that of the Star Destroyer equipped in the Milky Way, so the requirements for various parameters are even more stringent.
It must be accurate and there must be no errors in the slightest.
Otherwise, the actual effect may be no different from the energy shields outside.
Besides, besides the particle neutralization shield device, he also has an energy shield multiplier that needs to be manufactured, which is relatively cumbersome.
In order to make these two products come out as soon as possible, only some means can be taken.
Transfer the formula technology in your mind to Xingtong, and Xingtong can calculate and generate the previous data model in real time, which will save a lot of time.
Although he can do it himself, but in the case of not being able to enter the overclocking state, this kind of thing is really not as good as Xingtong.
Anyway, Xingtong's identity is special, so there is no need to worry about technology leakage.
In addition, although the solar system is still normal at the moment, and the lives of the people do not seem to be affected, as long as it takes a long time, various problems will inevitably be exposed.
At that time, there will be no way to solve it.
It is bound to make the Human Security Alliance anxious and overwhelmed.
So right now, while Hongyan Galaxy has no further action, it is most important to reverse the situation in time and regain the initiative.
Therefore, it can be said that before coming to Titan, Xu Lei decided to do these things.
"It's almost 20 days, but it's not too late." Seeing the specific time when the model was completed on the virtual screen projected by the star pupil in front of him, Xu Lei muttered softly as if thinking to himself.
The construction of the model including two devices still needs a lot of simulations to determine the safety, and only 20 days is really not too long.
It is within an acceptable range.
After all, if Xu Lei didn't rely on Xingtong's quantum computing speed, it would take longer for Xu Lei alone.
The thought stayed here, Xu Lei didn't hesitate any more, and immediately ordered Xingtong: "Let's start."
"Good boss."
Facing Xu Lei's instructions, Xingtong nodded in response and officially started the construction of the data model of the device, and at the same time, he could see the estimated time on the screen begin to flow.
At this moment, Xingtong also seemed to be frozen in place, putting all his computing power into it.
It can be seen that a special model in the room is gradually taking shape.
Of course Xu Lei will not be idle.
At this moment, I saw him standing in the virtual model, paying attention to the construction of the model in real time, and making timely corrections where there were problems.
The level of seriousness seems to have nothing to do with him.
It's worth mentioning that Xu Lei has already condensed his eternal body, so he doesn't need to worry about energy at all. In addition, Xingtong is also a mechanical life form, which saves the step of food supplement, which belongs to ordinary human beings.
Invisibly improve work efficiency to the extreme without wasting any time.
Ordinary scientists are incomparable in this regard.
In this way, as time passed day by day, the completion date estimated by Xingtong was getting closer and closer.
at the same time.
In the Titan Shipyard, Lin Na, Li Chengzhe, Gu Sanlin and other scientists are also busy.
In the large shipyard, two kamikaze battleships under construction can be seen in the open area in the center, while various materials and special equipment are piled up in a wide room next to it.
"Dean Li, the materials and equipment transported from Seitan have been counted and placed properly." Suddenly a scientist wearing glasses in the crowd walked up to Li Chengzhe to report, and handed over the documents in his hand while speaking.
"Finally everything is settled, so that we can invest in research and development as soon as Dean Xu comes out." Li Chengzhe took the document and briefly glanced at it, and said with relief after confirming that it was correct.
If Xu Lei entrusted him with such an important task, he must take responsibility and no mistakes should be allowed.
You must know that this project is related to whether the solar system can continue to develop.
The meaning is extraordinary.
And as Li Chengzhe opened up the conversation box, the atmosphere in the whole room suddenly became active.
Gu Sanlin next to him put down a piece of special material, and couldn't help but take the initiative to say: "What kind of project did you say the dean will develop this time? It's really exciting?"
Perhaps it was Gu Sanlin who spoke everyone's heartfelt thoughts, and as soon as the words fell, others took over and echoed: "It is definitely not easy for the dean to be in charge of the project, and this project is also a good opportunity for us. , Maybe you can learn some relatively high-level technical knowledge."
"Anyway, I'm already looking forward to it, it's really curious!"
"The dean can surprise everyone every time, and I believe this time will be no exception."
"Since the dean said that this project can solve the red rock galaxy's targeting of us, then we old guys just need to cooperate with all our strength."
"Being able to participate in the research and development of this level of project, we take advantage of the dean."
Li Chengzhe listened to everyone's remarks, but he did not respond hastily, but turned his attention to the green star Linna not far away.
After a little hesitation, he still walked over.
"Miss Linna, what's your opinion on the project that the dean said?" He took the initiative to ask Linna for advice.
In Li Chengzhe's view, although Lin Na is not a scientist, as the daughter of the Star Ring Heavy Industry Group, she has almost come into contact with many large and small civilizations in the Orion spiral arm.
In terms of experience alone, it is far above them.
Since they couldn't guess what Xu Lei was talking about for the time being, and they were feeling uncomfortable right now, they could only listen to Linna's opinion, which might lead to some new ideas.
Linna suddenly heard herself being called, and her first reaction was quite unexpected.
But soon got into trouble again.
Because she doesn't know how to answer this question.
When she first came to Titan Star, she was very happy to learn that Xu Lei had found a way to deal with the attack on the Red Rock Galaxy.
But as she calmed down these days, she no longer had much hope.
As for the reason, it is also very simple, that is, in the current situation, it is difficult to have anything that can attract the attention of most civilizations, and it has to stand openly on the opposite side of the Red Rock Galaxy.
In this way, it is necessary to ensure that the project has sufficient attractiveness.
It's just that this kind of technology often involves very advanced theoretical and technical knowledge, and even a third-level civilization may take many years to study.
Not to mention the solar system that has just been promoted to the second level of civilization.
Even if Xu Lei has a very high talent as a scientist, it may be too difficult to complete it in such a short period of time.
With a high probability, the project will fail in the end or will not be bought by other civilizations.
Although Lin Na didn't want to say these things to disappoint others, seeing Li Chengzhe's unswerving attitude towards the new project, she was afraid that they would not be able to accept it in the end.
As the saying goes, the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment.
However, the Star Ring Heavy Industry has been bound to the solar system. At this stage, there is no other better way than to rely on Seitan to continue to mediate, or to find the inspector of the Galactic Civilization Administration to mediate.
So even if he knew it would be a failure in the end, he could only let Xu Lei continue.
So after a little hesitation, finally Lin Na shook her head and said, "Sorry, I can't judge the project that Brother Xu wants to develop."
Hearing Lin Na's answer, although he was a little disappointed, Li Chengzhe didn't say anything more, just smiled and said to Gu Sanlin and other scientists: "It seems that we can only wait for the dean to come out, I hope this time will not be too late." Too long."
……
Time flies by like a white horse.
Especially in the Titan star fortress far away from the earth star, I can't feel the passage of time, and more than ten days have passed in the blink of an eye.
Saturday, November 2057, 12.
In the room in the central residential area of the fortress, although Xingtong still maintained her original movements, which had not changed at all from 20 days ago, there were two virtual models with special shapes in front of her.
It is the device that creates the particle neutralization shield, and the special energy shield multiplier.
The time was almost exactly as predicted by Xingtong. After nearly 20 days of continuous construction and simulation, the final data model was finally obtained.
However, Xu Lei did not directly choose to go out, but continued to issue new instructions to Xingtong: "Xingtong, perform the last simulation calculation on the model."
"It's the boss."
After receiving this order, Xingtong was finally willing to change his actions, and entered the programmed process after starting the execution.
"Simulating..."
"This simulation is expected to take 5 minutes and 45 seconds."
……
Because it is only a simulation test of the model, relying on the calculation speed of Xingtong will naturally not take too long compared to model construction, it only takes about 5 minutes.
During this period of time, Xu Lei did not leave, and still stood there waiting patiently.
Although the evaluation of this technology in major science and technology museums is high, and the normal performance data is given, but at present, it is remanufactured according to the technology after all.
Certainly not a 100% perfect replica of the exhibits in the museum.
So at this moment, Xu Lei is still a little nervous. If the defense effect of the designed device is similar to the energy shield on the Star Destroyer, it will lose its appeal to other civilizations.
At that time, it may not be that they will choose to tear themselves apart from the Red Rock Galaxy for this device.
Fortunately, Xu Lei's mood didn't last too long, and soon Xingtong's voice rang out again.
"This simulation is over."
"Compared with the Star Destroyer energy shield data, the particle neutralization shield defense effect is increased by [-]%, which can effectively resist high-energy particle flow weapons."
"After activating the energy shield booster, the data performance of the Star Destroyer is increased by 30.00% six."
"Great!"
Almost at the moment when he heard the final result, Xu Lei couldn't suppress the excitement in his heart, and subconsciously blurted out to congratulate himself for the solar system.
Although the effectiveness of the particle neutralization shield is only 30.00% higher than that of the Star Destroyer energy shield, it can climb to 40.00% after using the energy shield booster. Compared with the [-]% data given in the museum Not too little.
Even after the actual manufacture of the device, the efficiency will decrease due to various problems, but the overall value will be above 30.00%.
Enough to cause the civilization in the Milky Way to go crazy.
What's more, it is not the simple particle neutralization shield that really plays a big killer effect, but the effect of the energy shield booster that can be used to install shields on medium-sized battleships.
This is the most critical part.
After being busy in the room for nearly 20 days, Xu Lei finally breathed a sigh of relief. As long as the previous data model is constructed to ensure that it does not make mistakes, the specific manufacturing work of the device will go very smoothly.
After all, the warship production line in the Titan Shipyard also came from Origin Star, and with sufficient special materials, it was really hard to imagine what could go wrong.
In a good mood, Xu Lei thought that other people outside were still waiting for him to reveal the new project, so he ordered Xingtong again: "Let Li Chengzhe and the others gather at the shipyard and say that the project will officially start."
"It's the boss." Xingtong nodded in response.
After speaking, the two left the room one after the other.
-
It was around three o'clock that afternoon.
Li Chengzhe, Gu Sanlin and other scientists who were notified had already arrived at the new project site of the shipyard. When they heard that Xu Lei had officially completed the construction of the data model in the early stage of the device, everyone was so excited that they ran over almost before the time came.
After all, everyone wants to know the real face of this new project at the first time.
As for Xu Lei's ability to complete all the model construction so quickly, everyone has no doubts.
It seems that as long as it is in Xu Lei's hands, it is normal.
Among the people present, only Linna, who also came over, had a complex expression, unable to determine whether the next one was disappointment or surprise.
Soon.
When the figures of Xu Lei and Xingtong appeared in everyone's sight, everyone focused their eyes and couldn't wait.
In this regard, Xu Lei looked around the crowd, and after seeing the expressions on everyone's faces, he knew what to do next. After all, he knew the personalities of these scientists and professors very well.
So he didn't delay any longer, and immediately turned his head to Xingtong next to him and said, "Xingtong, release the models of the particle neutralization shield device and energy shield booster, and the project will officially start tomorrow."
(End of this chapter)
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