The Ming Dynasty started with saving the eldest grandson

Chapter 228 The Principle of All Things

Seeing the shocked expressions of his grandfather and grandson, Chen Jingke felt very proud.

I just like to see how ignorant you natives are.

The thing he made is called a Stirling engine, also called a thermoelectric engine.

The structure is very simple, so simple that many merchants use it as a decoration on the lid of a tea cup.

Pour hot water into the cup, close the lid and turn the wheel slightly, and it will keep spinning.

Wait until the water temperature in the cup drops.

In his previous life, when Chen Jingke was in high school, he met a good physics teacher.

To get them interested in physics, many handmade gadgets were made.

And teach them how to do it.

For example, this Stirling temperature difference engine.

At that time, Chen Jingke used cans, balloons, thin wire and other waste materials to make one.

The sense of accomplishment was so strong that he fell in love with science.

There is also a simple gramophone that uses a disposable plastic cup as a record, a toothpick as a needle, and a disposable paper cup as a speaker.

All I can say is that a good teacher can really change a person's life.

Today, Chen Jingke is also preparing to use a similar method to let Zhu Yuanzhang and others feel the charm of science.

Lay an ideological foundation for the subsequent development of science and climbing the science and technology tree.

In the past, he only emphasized that productivity changes life, but apart from printing money and glass, he has not developed any black technology.

The reason is simple. Without correct ideological guidance, technology will only become a tool for exploitation.

Therefore, he would start from the institutional aspect and carry out various reforms in Ming Dynasty.

The purpose is to loosen the constraints of the people so that they can also enjoy the benefits brought by scientific and technological progress.

If Zhu Yuanzhang and his family do not agree with his system reform and are unwilling to loosen the bonds of the people, then black technology should be kept for now.

Find an opportunity to leave Ming Dynasty, get some land overseas, and then get some people from home.

Develop your own.

Fortunately, his various policies were adopted and successfully implemented in the Ming Dynasty.

Although all kinds of injustice are still common, some of the shackles on the people have indeed been removed.

In the era of imperial power, it was not easy to achieve this step.

Therefore, he decided to develop some black technologies appropriately to accelerate the development of Chinese civilization.

In addition to black technology, a complete basic science system must be established.

It doesn’t need to be very sophisticated, just a framework.

China has not lacked talents since ancient times, but only lacked direction.

As long as you point them in the right direction, they can create countless miracles.

Zhu Yuanzhang rubbed his eyes to make sure that he was not dazzled and that the wheel was indeed spinning.

Shocked, he asked: "Why... why does it spin?"

Chen Jingke explained simply: "It can rotate by borrowing the power contained in the heat released by hot water."

"This is a slightly taller mechanics, which can achieve the effect."

As he spoke, he took off the lid and steam came out:

"It's this white steam, and it contains very strong power."

"Mechanics can help us, discover and use its power."

Zhu Yuanzhang said in disbelief: "The power of heat?"

In addition to being able to burn people, this thing actually has such a use?

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he would never have believed it.

Zhu Biao also had the same expression, which was incredible.

Is this mechanics?

It's really unfathomable.

When no one was paying attention, Zhu Xiongying picked up the lid and put it on the cup again.

He was extremely surprised when he saw the wheel turning.

Good stuff, really good stuff.

When I showed it to Miaojin, she must have never seen it before.

Everyone ignored his behavior and continued to discuss the thermoelectric engine.

Zhu Yuanzhang said thoughtfully: "If this thing is made bigger, can it be put on the car and let the car run all the time?"

Zhu Biao said: "It can also be placed on a ship, so you don't need the power of humans and animals to turn the wheel."

Chen Jingke couldn't help but nod. The two of them immediately thought of transportation, and their association skills were very rich.

The earliest ship refers to a ship equipped with a flywheel, which appeared during the Song Dynasty.

At first, human power was used to spin the flywheel, and later someone invented an animal-powered mechanism.

Just like the grinding mill, it is turned by an ox-horse and drives the flywheel through the transmission structure.

This conduction structure can be applied to steam engines with slight modifications.

Of course, although the thermoelectric engine is simple to make, it is not ideal in practical applications.

At least with the current level of technology, there is no way to put it into practical use.

Chen Jingke took out this thing just to shock Zhu Yuanzhang and others.

To really make it practical, it would have to be a serious steam engine.

In order to further attract their attention, he also proposed several applications:

"Build a machine-pulled vehicle and attach a plow to the back, so it can be used to plow the land."

“This kind of car doesn’t get tired and can keep running as long as it heats up hot water.”

"Efficiency is hundreds of times higher than Niu ..."

“One or two people can farm hundreds of acres in a day.”

"Using it to pull a columbine can sow hundreds of acres of land in one day."

"Using it to drive the keel car can provide uninterrupted water for irrigation twelve hours a day."

"The keel car can be modified to lift the water out of the well..."

"By that time, the ability of the people to fight drought will greatly increase ..."

Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes became brighter and brighter. If it was only used to drive cars and ships, it would be nothing more than a strange object.

If it can be used to produce food, the meaning is completely different.

What is wealth?

For individuals, wealth can be gold, silver, jewelry, or silk and satin.

But for the imperial court, the most fundamental wealth was only one thing, food.

If there is not enough food, what will happen even if there are mountains of gold and silver?

There is enough food, and printing on paper can also be used as money.

Why did the people rebel? It’s not because we don’t have enough food to survive.

Anyone who stutters would be willing to kill his or her brain?

Therefore, food is related to the survival of the country and the country.

If we could really come up with something that could cultivate land, sow seeds, and lift water for irrigation.

It is unimaginable how many years the Ming Dynasty's reign could be extended.

Of course, having known Chen Jingke for so long, he also knows that the distribution side is equally important.

But there is nothing wrong with improving food production capacity.

At this time, he looked at the temperature difference engine as if he were seeing a treasure.

"Jing Ke, tell me how to make the thing you mentioned."

"No matter what you need, as long as the court has it, you will be satisfied."

Chen Jingque said, "I'm ready ..."

Zhu Xiongying suddenly interrupted him and asked: "Does it require many craftsmen to produce this kind of machine?"

Chen Jingke instantly understood what he meant, and couldn't help but secretly praise in his heart that this kid will find opportunities.

"Yes, any machine requires craftsmen to produce. The more sophisticated the machine, the higher the demand for craftsmen."

"And subsequent improvements also require the participation of craftsmen..."

Zhu Xiongying nodded and said to Zhu Yuanzhang:

"Grandpa Huang, you should have heard about the status of craftsmen."

"We can't expect a group of slaves to study and make this kind of artifact." "We can only give them a decent identity and favorable conditions so that they have no worries."

"They can do their best to play with Daming."

"So, I hope you can abolish the craftsmanship status, give craftsmen their freedom, and improve their status."

Zhu Yuanzhang patted his head gently and said angrily:

"Do you two think that we are old and confused and are fooling us by putting on a show like this?"

"If you want to abolish your craftsman status, just tell us directly. As long as what you say makes sense, can I still refuse to agree?"

Zhu Biao felt happy in his heart and added fuel to the fire:

"I dare to deceive your grandpa Huang now. I don't know what bad things I will do in the future. I must teach you a lesson."

Zhu Yuanzhang glared at him: "If you want to raise a father and son, you should take a good look at yourself first. Don't think about bullying our good grandson all day long."

Zhu Biao: "..."

After quarreling with his son, Lao Zhu turned his head and said cheerfully:

"But the fact that you can think of using words to persuade us shows that you are mentally mature."

"It's not like some people who will just anger us straight away."

Zhu Biao: "..."

Chen Jingke almost laughed out loud, and couldn't help but sympathize with Zhu Biao for three seconds.

Zhu Xiongying naturally knew how to speak: "Father is also doing it for the good of Ming Dynasty, but he just speaks more straightforwardly."

"Grandpa Huang, don't be angry with him, he is the most filial to you in his heart."

Zhu Yuanzhang was so happy that he couldn't see anything: "Oh, my dear grandson is so sensible... For your sake, we won't be the same as him."

Zhu Xiongying took advantage of his happiness and changed the topic to the matter of craftsmanship.

It details the difficulties faced by craftsmen and the importance of this group to the Ming Dynasty.

When talking about business, Zhu Yuanzhang regained his senses and said:

"What you said makes sense, but Ming Dynasty really needs craftsmen."

"If the craftsmanship is released, what should I do if the craftsmanship is lost?" What should I do? "

Zhu Xiongying said: "Daming has officers, planned officials, and executives. Last year, the judge was added.

"Establish the Ming Dynasty Museum and let craftsmen serve as officials in the museum."

"With an official position, you don't have to worry about the loss of craftsmen."

"At the same time, the craftsmen can also be ordered to collect various skills and compile them into books for preservation."

"Even if some craftsmen are lost, we can use the knowledge in the book to train new craftsmen."

“Without worries, craftsmen can concentrate on researching better tools and improving productivity.”

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned slightly and said: "Artisan official? Museum? It's difficult. This is challenging the bottom line of civil officials."

Zhu Xiongying sneered and said: "The bottom line? That letter of surrender in the Yuan Dynasty exposed their underwear, where is the bottom line?"

"It's just because improving the status of craftsmen affects their interests."

"People who put their own interests above the country need to be cured by peeling daylilies."

Looking at his murderous grandson, Zhu Yuanzhang was very happy.

He was afraid that his grandson would become a "benevolent" king in the eyes of civil servants.

Now it seems that this grandson looks like us.

It's just that he is better at hiding his thoughts, so on the surface he looks harmless.

I don’t know what the expressions of those scholars who praised him as a benevolent saint would be if they understood his true character.

I think it will be exciting.

Thinking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said: "Okay, we agree."

"But you can't come forward about this matter, and don't let anyone know that it has anything to do with you."

Zhu Xiongying naturally knew that this was to protect him and avoid a rift in his relationship with the civil service group.

"Grandpa Xie, I know."

Zhu Yuanzhang said: "Silly boy, why are you being so polite to me?"

Afterwards, they discussed the museum and the craftsmanship system in detail and came up with a general framework.

Among them, Zhu Biao gave more suggestions.

It can be seen that he has not been idle in recent years and has indeed learned a lot.

Looking at his most valued son, Zhu Yuanzhang sighed heavily in his heart.

Even now, Zhu Biao is still his most satisfactory successor.

Although Zhu Xiongying is very good, he has been in contact with Chen Jingke for a long time and many of his ideas are radical.

When he ascends the throne and takes power in the future, he will inevitably carry out a series of tough reforms.

And radicalization can sometimes cause unnecessary confusion.

Zhu Biao is different. He has thunderous methods, but his methods of governing the country are moderate.

When he ascends the throne and takes power in the future, even if he implements reforms, they will mostly be reform-oriented and not too radical.

Although Zhu Yuanzhang himself was very violent, he hoped that his successor would be more stable.

Moreover, there is Chen Jingke sandwiched in the middle.

My precious grandson is better said to have been taught by Chen Jingke than by himself.

Chen Jingke was originally mysterious, and now his grandson is a bit like that.

In the past, Zhu Yuanzhang felt that everything happened under his nose.

I also know exactly what Chen Jingke has taught me, and I have everything under control.

But what Zhu Xiongying did during this tour exceeded his expectations time and time again.

Finally he understood one thing. This grandson was completely beyond his control.

He could guess what Zhu Biao was thinking and what Zhu Biao would do.

But he couldn't guess what his grandson was thinking, let alone what he would do in the future.

But he is still very satisfied with this grandson, even irreplaceable satisfaction.

Because Zhu Xiongying is indeed very good, and he also learned Chen Jingke’s true skills,

And Chen Jingke's ability can help Ming Dynasty get out of the dynasty cycle law.

Even if you can't get out completely, it's worth it if you can extend your life by a few hundred years.

The other three didn't know what he was thinking and continued to discuss the topic.

When the matter was almost settled, Chen Jingke took the opportunity to say:

"Your Majesty, Your Highness, after the capital is moved, I plan to open an academy outside Luoyang City to teach science."

This was his real purpose of creating a temperature difference engine, which was interrupted by Zhu Xiongying just now.

Zhu Yuanzhang raised his eyebrows and asked: "The study of science? Does it have anything to do with Cheng-Zhu Neo-Confucianism?"

Chen Jingke shook his head and said: "No, the principle I mentioned is the principle of all things."

"This science is about studying the principles of all things."

"The mechanics I just mentioned are only a part of science."

Originally he wanted to name it after Gewuxue, but then he thought about it, which might make it a wedding dress for Confucianism.

Let’s just use the name Science.

Moreover, the principle of all things is more suitable than studying things.

As for whether it will be mistaken for Cheng-Zhu Neo-Confucianism.

Maybe at first, but when science starts to shine, it won't be a problem.

Zhu Yuanzhang did not agree directly, but was very cautious and said:

"First explain this principle of all things to us clearly, so that we can judge whether we should let you teach in public."

Chen Jingke said: "That's natural. I will compile the basic teaching materials, and your Majesty will know at a glance."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said nothing more. He would wait until the textbooks came out to talk about everything.

And he was also very curious about what this science was and how amazing it was.

At this time, Chen Jingke said again: "A few months ago, I went with my grandson to the Zhoushan Naval Camp, boarded a naval battleship and saw firearms."

"I found that there are many places that can be improved, so I want to take a look at the Ordnance Bureau and ask for your Majesty's permission."

　"Li Er of the Tang Dynasty: Ancestor Xie is here!" ", the dragon girl of the Lin family.

　　The author is a little nanny, with legs about 1.8 meters long.

　　Tsk tsk, from time to time I give benefits to my brothers in the group.

　　

　

(End of this chapter)