Supersonic drones, do you think they will be used to deliver express delivery?

Chapter 73 Ideas for Future Carrier-Based Aircraft

When Kunpeng's wings unfolded, the four jets rotated ninety degrees.

Scorching tail flames spurted out, and the plane disappeared from everyone's sight at extremely fast speeds.

There was only a white trail left in the sky.

"The four turbofan engines have increased the speed a lot. Can the body withstand it?"

Kunpeng's previous prototype could reach a top speed of Mach 1.5.

This has surpassed all large drones in the world.

This speed alone is even comparable to today's fifth-generation machines, although there is still a big gap in the middle.

But now with the addition of two turbofan engines, the speed of the aircraft has significantly increased.

But Nie Xiangyun couldn't help but worry about the aircraft's body problems.

If the speed is too fast, if the outer shell of the aircraft cannot withstand the pressure, it is likely to disintegrate in mid-air.

"According to our experimental results, the body can withstand the strong pressure at Mach 2.5, so there will be no problems."

Chen Mo replied calmly.

Li Mingdong and Ding Yuanzhong also nodded silently.

In fact, the data mentioned by Chen Mo still leave room for error.

During the wind tunnel experiment, under the high-intensity pressure of Mach 2.5, the body of Kunpeng 2 only vibrated slightly.

In other words, the limit that the Kunpeng No. 2 body can withstand is higher.

If not for time constraints, Chen Mo originally planned to conduct a Mach 3 speeding experiment.

But then I thought about it and let it go.

Because the top speed of the Kunpeng 2 drone can only reach Mach 2.3.

This is still flying under overload conditions. If this speed is exceeded, the engine is likely to experience abnormal conditions and even stop running, causing the aircraft to enter a shutdown state.

"Mach 2.5, the J15's top speed is only so fast."

Nie Xiangyun asked with a smile.

It was Ye Jie who answered.

"Yes, the J15's top speed is Mach 2.4. If overloaded, it can barely reach Mach 2.5."

This is not to say that the J15 is inferior to Kunpeng. The weight and volume of the two aircraft are not of the same order of magnitude.

If you take the engine from Kunpeng and install it on the J15.

The power formed cannot reach the speed of Mach 2.

That’s why I said before that Kunpeng 2 is just a test product.

"Xiao Chen, if you are asked to modify or redesign a carrier-based aircraft, do you have anyone to refer to?"

Nie Xiangyun suddenly turned to Chen Mo and asked.

"Carrier aircraft?"

Chen Mo smiled and nodded.

He really doesn't have a design plan now, but with the system in place, he doesn't have to worry at all.

"If it's a combat type, I think it would be 20 aircraft."

"But if it is a transport aircraft, I think it is better to redesign it. I think the current models are not suitable."

After he finished speaking, Nie Xiangyun laughed.

"Hahaha, interesting young man."

As an armor in this field, he certainly knows that the J20 is far superior to the J15 in terms of mobility and stealth.

But it is not easy to convert that model into a carrier-based aircraft.

Especially if you want to add a vertical power system, it is almost equivalent to redesigning the model.

After all, the most important thing about the J20 is its high mobility and stealth, which are also the characteristics of the fifth-generation aircraft.

But if the same engine as the Kunpeng 2 is added, it will most likely lead to a decrease in stealth.

But Nie Xiangyun did not directly veto Chen Mo.

The imagination of young people is an important factor in making scientific research progress.

Only creativity can have those fantastic ideas.

Otherwise, humans would still be using stone tools. “What are your plans for carrier-based aircraft in the future?”

Nie Xiangyun continued to ask with interest.

If it were any other young man, he would never have such patience.

Having a fantastic idea is one thing, but being able to realize it is another.

He has indeed seen many young people talking freely about their plans for the future.

But if you ask them about the reality, every one of them will be speechless.

He once thought that Chen Mo was such a young man.

Until the emergence of large supersonic drones and the emergence of the comprehensive photolithography machine.

Now he has directly implemented the vertical lifting system on Kunpeng 2.

Did he actually want to take such a young man as his student before?
  It's too ridiculous to think about now.

He felt that he and Chen Mo should become good friends for thousands of years.

Chen Mo was not reserved and talked freely about his thoughts.

"I think in the future, we should consider ocean-going aircraft. The aircraft must not only be maneuverable, but must also be capable of sustained operations and firepower."

"Of course concealment is also the most important thing. I think ultra-high altitude will definitely be the development trend in the future."

"In addition, there are logistical guarantees, not only for the sky, but also for the land. Landing on the beach should be a tactic of the last century. In the future, transportation should be able to land anywhere the enemy is."

Chen Mo originally wanted to use the landing ship of Starship Troopers for comparison, but there is no such movie in this world.

This made him feel a little regretful.

Carrier-based aircraft are the key to controlling ocean air superiority.

But landing ships are also critical.

The method of landing on the beach is actually already in a semi-elimination state.

The harbor war at Lighthouse decades ago fully illustrated this point.

Rapid strikes, information operations, and airborne surprise troops.

Three-dimensional combat on land, sea and air.

Chen Mo spoke seriously, completely unaware of the dull looks of the people around him.

Nie Xiangyun just expressed Chen Mo’s views on future carrier-based aircraft.

Why did he suddenly talk about the future war?

"Hahaha, Xiao Chen, I think your idea is very good. Do you have a specific design?"

"Or is it an idea?"

Nie Xiangyun didn't think Chen Mo was just thinking.

Be prepared for danger when you are in peace, and you will be in danger when encountering war.

Aren’t they the ones who forge shields and swords for their country?

When developing these projects, of course all future developments must be taken into consideration.

If you just do research and development blindly, it will only be a waste of scarce resources.

Chen Mo nodded.

"Yes, but I need time."

"Okay, I'll wait. Maybe the hope of future carrier-based aircraft will fall on your shoulders, Xiao Chen."

This……!
  Ye Jie was shocked. He didn't expect Mr. Nie to make such a big promise!

This is the main person in charge of a project, the chief engineer!
  The person who can sit in this position is not a special academician, but at least a first-level academician.

Chen Mo is just a senior student!

However, when he looked at Li Mingdong and Ding Yuanzhong, their faces showed some recognition.

He opened his mouth, wanting to say something.

Suddenly, a piercing siren sounded from the radio.

"Alert! Kunpeng 2 encountered an unidentified aircraft in the sea!"

(End of this chapter)