Rekindle 2003

Chapter 823: Light Chasing Operation (3)

The atmosphere in the conference room became heavy, and the bosses sighed and talked about their difficulties one by one.

They all have a clear idea of ​​the specific difficulties China faced in researching lithography machines at the beginning of the century.

Xu Duanyi spoke first, his voice revealing a hint of helplessness: "First of all, high-precision optical systems are almost blank in our country. If we develop from scratch, we won't be able to achieve any results in three to five years. Relying on imports is the only option.

But once our lithography machine is ready, others will probably not sell it to you.”

Huang Lingyi then added: "Secondly, the precision mechanical parts in the lithography machine cannot meet the requirements of our domestic processing accuracy and quality control.

Even if we have the design drawings, without the corresponding manufacturing process, it is impossible to make a meal without rice.”

Wang Shouwu also shook his head: "Another issue is the talent problem. The research and development of lithography machines requires high-end interdisciplinary talents, and we are far from having enough talent in this area.

Even if you cultivate it with all your heart, it won’t be effective overnight.”

Yan Xiaolang said with a serious face: "Also, there is the issue of R&D funding. The R&D cycle of lithography machines is long, the investment is huge, and the risk is extremely high.

Without continuous and stable financial support, it is difficult to continue research and development work.”

Li Guangnan sighed: "The most important thing is that we lack experience accumulation.

The development of lithography machines involves numerous technologies and processes, which can only be accumulated through long-term practice and exploration.”

Every big boss present knew that each of these difficulties was enough to bring a country's research and development projects to a standstill, let alone China at the time, which was almost starting from scratch.

The difficulty of developing lithography machines far exceeded their expectations. After learning about Qing Yun's previous "business thinking" model, they knew that this was not only a technical challenge, but also a challenge for the entire industry chain.

At this time, Qing Yun clapped his hands on the stage, trying to cheer up the atmosphere: "My fellow seniors, I understand your concerns, but please believe that since I dare to propose this plan, I naturally have my preparations."

He looked around and continued, “I’m going to proceed in two steps.

The first step is for Mr. Xu to lead the team... Mr. Xu, don’t worry about the domestic production rate of core components. Just make them for me first and gain an international advantage.

Afterwards, it is inevitable that America will blockade us. But if it wants to blockade us, it will blockade theirs. I will stock up on core components first...

Don’t worry about the commercial operations, just make it, and leave the rest to me.”

Li Guangnan frowned and raised a key question: "Xiaoqing, what about intellectual property rights? We cannot ignore this issue."

Qing Yun smiled, with a hint of cunning in his answer, "Back then, Grandpa Qian didn't care about intellectual property rights, as long as it was made.

if……"

He looked at Xu Duanyi who was frowning and thinking, "If Mr. Xu can quickly build an immersion lithography machine, we will have a lot to fight in the future."

Even though Yingzi has a boxing style like "You used the technology we will have in the future", but after it is created, what do you care how I play it?!

You block yours and I sell my products.

After saying that, looking at Mr. Xu who looked determined, Emperor Yun quickly added, "Old man, I know you are anxious, but please don't be anxious yet.

It doesn’t matter if it comes out later. It’s not impossible to let Sakura’s dry lithography machine come out first.”

"You..." Xu Duanyi was about to scold him, "No one can fall behind, but not the cherry blossoms," but suddenly he reacted.

People become more experienced as they grow older. The scientists who were able to safely complete those athletic events of the last century and now hold important positions are all veteran athletes who are well-versed in worldly affairs. They immediately figured out the twists and turns here.

Then, the brows of the big guys began to dance, and Mr. King clapped his hands and laughed, "Better later! Better later!"

Li Guangnan looked at his cheap apprentice in front of the stage with a strange expression, thinking in his heart that if this guy was not an entrepreneur by profession, he would just want to accept him as his last disciple.

To do scientific research, besides talent, you also need vision or luck. Otherwise, if you take the wrong path, your whole life will be wasted.

This kid undoubtedly has incredible vision or luck.

Then, Qing Yun's tone became serious, "But, Mr. Xu, you still have to be quick, we don't have much time left."

Xu Duanyi heard this, and a gleam of determination flashed in his eyes, "Xiaoqing, don't worry, I'm risking my life."

Qing Yun nodded, and then continued: "The second step is for major scientific research institutions to take the lead and tackle various subsystems, striving to achieve a localization rate of more than 5% within 50 years.

No matter how much more there is, it’s just a matter of time.

You don't have to worry about money. As for basic materials, I will launch another plan to solve it, and I will definitely not be short of scientific research materials. "

His words revealed strong confidence and determination, which made all the bigwigs present feel unprecedentedly excited.

Huang Lingyi poured cold water on him at this time, "Xiaoqing, don't be blindly optimistic. It doesn't mean that we are 'done' just by having a lithography machine. We can start 'printing chips'.

The lithography machine is more like an intermediate execution link, and before and after the execution, there are many equally important tasks, such as computational lithography and measurement. "

Every profession has its own expertise. She was worried that other colleagues who made components and devices might not understand, so she explained further,

“Computational lithography refers to the use of various physical, chemical and mathematical models to simulate the process and results of real lithography.

By modifying various parameters and finding the optimal combination of parameters to correct the pattern of the mask and the shape of the light source, the quality of lithography can be improved.

The idea of ​​this simulation is similar to that when building an airplane, it needs to go through many wind tunnel tests. Only after passing all of them can a real test flight be carried out. Otherwise, it is both dangerous and costly.

Computational lithography has become one of the core and most important links in the research and development of modern lithography technology.”

Xu Duanyi on the other side also added, "Measurement is to detect defects in chips and determine whether the chips are qualified.

The production of a wafer may involve nearly a hundred exposures. Since the wafer needs to be moved and adjusted between each exposure, in order to ensure stable and accurate movement and avoid errors as small as a few nanometers that would cause the chip to be scrapped, it is necessary to continuously measure the wafer at the nanoscale, and implement corrections and feedback on the results, so as to continuously improve the yield rate..."

Before Xu Duanyi could finish his words, he was interrupted by Qingyun's PPT presentation. He then looked at the boy in front of the stage with a constipated look on his face. Damn it!
You didn't interrupt your cheap teacher when he was giving science lectures, but you came to slap me in the face when I was talking, right?

I wanted to throw the teacup lid in my hand onto that arrogant boy's face.

How disrespectful to the elderly!

Qing Yun on the stage laughed and said, "The main process of integrated circuit manufacturing is roughly OPC, SMO calculation lithography-resist coating-exposure-development-etching-ion implantation-photoresist removal-deposition-next layer process-measurement and inspection.

I have considered and arranged these ten major processes, just like the seven major systems of the lithography machine above..."

Although Xu Duanyi felt a little embarrassed by Qing Yun's sudden interruption of the PPT presentation, he then felt an inexplicable joy in his heart.

He thought to himself, "This guy is really good. This kind of slap in the face makes me feel good. This shows that he really knows every link and has made plans for each one."

Xu Duanyi couldn't help but reveal a look of approval in his eyes when he looked at Qingyun.

He knew that Qing Yun's thorough preparation meant that the probability of success of the entire project would be greatly increased.

In the field of scientific research, a detailed plan can often determine whether a project can proceed smoothly.

The feeling of being slapped in the face by the strength of his juniors made him feel a little embarrassed, but at the same time he felt gratified.

He understood that they were already old, and even many of the people sitting here were already at the end of their lifespan.

The future of scientific research needs to rely on these prepared and visionary young people, and Qing Yun is undoubtedly one of the best among them.

"Xiaoqing, your preparations...are well done!"

Xu Duanyi did not hide his admiration, and there was a hint of relief in his voice, "With young people like you around, we old bones can rest assured."

Emperor Yun smiled slightly. He knew that the recognition from these predecessors was the most valuable support on his way forward.

He nodded and said seriously, "Master Xu, don't worry, I will do my best to ensure that every step is taken steadily."

Wang Shoujue, who had been silent, frowned and asked, "Xiaoqing, I have a question, can you help me solve it?"

Can you help the boss solve his confusion?
Facing 'Mr. Xiao Wang' of China's semiconductor industry, Emperor Yun naturally wouldn't dare to be so arrogant. Please feel free to speak, 'Mr. Xiao Wang'.

Wang Shoujue didn't say anything polite, "Xiaoqing, you have been instilling the concept of business cycle into us from the beginning.

However, when it comes to lithography machines, I feel like... you don't seem to have considered the commercialization of the lithography machines themselves.

Because in your explanation and plan, firstly, I didn't see you asking Xiao Xu to circumvent patented technology, and secondly, I didn't see any integrated participation in the plan.

Did you miss something? "

At this point, he quickly waved his hand and explained, "I'm not questioning your program and plan, I just think it's a little strange. Uh... I don't know if you missed it."

Wang Shoujue's words awakened many bigwigs, and they all looked through the plan.

This is indeed flawed.

The most difficult step in lithography is integration.

Qing Yun smiled helplessly on the stage, "You don't have to turn over. I have never considered the commercialization of lithography machines."

He shrugged his shoulders and said, "Seniors, do you think we can export the lithography machine in the short term after we build it?"

At this point, he spread his hands and said, "This is not a chicken and egg problem. I think that I should start from the end in mind. As long as I can make the chip, I don't care what technology is used in it.

Anyway, I don’t sell lithography machines.

I don’t mind what form the lithography machine takes, even if the one you build is as big as a football field.”

Everyone was stunned when they heard this.

But the reborn Emperor Yun felt a little lonely.

“My dear seniors, have you noticed that, except for the immersion lithography machine, I always add the word ‘machine’ after the word ‘lithography machine’ when I mention it?

Let me make it clearer. Even if the lithography machines you make cannot be as mobile as those made by ASML, Nikon or Canon, I will build a factory next to the machines. "

Huaqing University’s SSMB lithography factory plan is rubbish in the West, but considering China’s national conditions, it is the most correct path.

The miniaturization of lithography machines is for commercialization so that they can be transported to various production plants.

However, in Yundi's opinion, nationalizing the lithography factory and turning it into an infrastructure facility is most in line with national conditions.

In this way, the country does not have to worry about resource loss and disobedience caused by excessive commercialization of chips, a future war-preparedness material.

There is no way, China is simply too big.

There are too many people. While there are heroes, there are also many traitors. Sometimes you really can't guarantee that there will be people who are willing to sacrifice their lives for money.

However, Huaqing University's SSMB plan was beyond Yundi's knowledge reserves, and he had no way to restore it. After all, everyone has their own expertise.

However, given his current status, once he puts forward his idea, naturally someone will verify it.

Leave professional matters to professionals.

Since those old bastards from Huaqing University in the previous life were able to come up with this plan, and I proposed the direction ten years in advance, there is no reason why they cannot do it.

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(End of this chapter)