People in the Three Kingdoms: Starting from Preaching

Chapter 614 It’s unnecessary

The work report on this page is exactly the research project reports of the Institute of Engineering. Some of the projects that have already produced research results are recorded in the report.

Although the natural science research is now under the management of Hu Tao, the Minister of Works, since Xu Chen requires detailed reports every month, it is actually no different from Xu Chen being in charge personally.

In addition to the main task of overthrowing the Han Dynasty and ending the chaos, Xu Chen's other biggest concern is the development of natural science technology.

Xu Chen knew exactly what cutting-edge research the Institute of Engineering and Xuanxia Academy were currently conducting. Of course, he was just observing quietly as a bystander.

Even though he knew that many of these studies were directional errors, he did not interfere.

Even though he knew that some research was just one step away from a breakthrough, he still remained silent.

The value of scientific research is not just the final result. The difficulties and mistakes encountered in the research process are also extremely valuable assets. These are the real problems and difficulties encountered by contemporary people when exploring the path of science. Only by overcoming these difficulties themselves can they become stronger.

Unless there is absolutely no hope for the chick to hatch on its own, Xu Chen is not willing to actively interfere with the process.

Every time when he saw people of his time inventing and discovering scientific principles and technological inventions that he had known for a long time, he would feel a strong sense of relief and joy. Each of these achievements in fact proved that the natural science system he had created was effective and successful, and that this system could already achieve self-operation and growth.

And now, Xu Chen saw another such result.

"The Institute of Engineering has invented the generator!"

When seeing this result, Xu Chen could no longer sit still. Holding the document in his hand, his face showed great surprise. Even the previous report on the steamship had not made him so happy.

After being surprised, he began to read it carefully and saw more detailed content.

The invented generator can already maturely realize the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy. It is not just a simple experimental verification, but has practical capabilities.

As for experimental verification, Xu Chen had already proposed the principle of electromagnetic induction to the world a long time ago, and there was no need to prove it again. What he needed was someone who could transform the principle into technological applications, and now this idea has really been realized.

The room fell silent, but Hu Tao at the side was a little confused. He didn't seem to understand why Xu Chen was so happy about this.

Xu Chen was of course happy. After a detailed look, he saw that the generator already had a fairly mature structure. As long as sufficient mechanical power was provided, it would be able to continuously produce electricity.

As for mechanical power, it is not a problem now. After all, the steam engine has been built, and further research on steam turbines for thermal power generation will not be far away.

Of course, after the successful invention of the generator, the invention of the motor was a natural thing. After all, the principles of the two are exactly the same, except that one converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, while the other converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

It worked! The importance of electricity is self-evident. Although the principle of electromagnetic induction was directly instilled into the world by himself, Xu Chen was still unable to suppress his excitement when he saw that the natives of the era used the principle to invent a generator and a foreseeable motor.

"Ma Jun, this guy is good, a talented person!" Xu Chen set his eyes on the name related to this invention and immediately nodded in praise.

Upon hearing this, Hu Tao nodded and said, "What the Prime Minister said is true. This Ma Jun is indeed a very outstanding talent. When he was studying at Xuanxia Academy, he became famous for a thing he made called Water-powered Hundred Plays. Later, he showed a very high talent in mechanics. After graduation, he was successfully recruited by the Institute of Engineering. This generator is the project he took the initiative to research."

Xu Chen smiled and nodded when he heard this, and sighed in his heart that true talent would not be buried easily. Guys like Ma Jun would only take advantage of the opportunity to achieve greater success in an era when natural science is becoming popular.

In fact, this is also a great fortune for Ma Jun. After all, Xuan Xia truly respects technology.

"Ma Jun has already proposed the idea of ​​an electric motor, which is very good. I think the principles of electric motors and generators are the same. Now that the generator has been invented, it won't be difficult to make an electric motor. Maybe we'll see good news soon. If so, the application of electricity will be just around the corner."

Xu Chen certainly attached great importance to such key technologies and technical talents: "This research is very important. Let the Institute of Engineering provide all necessary help to Ma Jun. Moreover, his research results are of great significance and can be counted as a great achievement. The Institute of Engineering must reward and promote him!"

Hu Tao frowned, and although she said yes, her expression was more confused.

He looked at Xu Chen, as if he wanted to say something, but didn't know whether he should say it or not.

At this time, Xu Chen didn't notice Hu Tao's expression at all. Instead, he was immersed in his own thoughts. He paced back and forth in the room, seeming to be thinking about something.

After a while, Xu Chen stopped and looked at Hu Tao: "I have an idea. Why don't we have the Ministry of Industry set up a special award to select scientific research from the whole society every few years and create a hall of highest honor for science and technology?"

Hu Tao thought about it, then nodded: "I think this is feasible, but the relevant details still need to be discussed by the Ministry of Industry. Once there is a mature rule, I will submit it to the Prime Minister for approval."

Xu Chen smiled, then patted Hu Tao on the shoulder and said, "The details are easy to deal with, but since this award has been established, it naturally needs to be matched with corresponding results, and I already have an idea in mind for this."

Hu Tao was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized something: "Could it be that the Prime Minister wants to give this award to Ma Jun, the generator?"

Xu Chen said: "It's not just for him. Awards can be set up according to natural science subjects, but I think this physics award belongs to him."

Hu Tao hesitated for a moment, but finally couldn't help but voice out his doubts: "But Prime Minister, is this appropriate?"

Xu Chen was a little puzzled when he heard this: "Is there anything inappropriate?"

Hu Tao smiled bitterly: "I also understand Ma Jun's research quite well. To apply this electricity, we need to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy first, and then convert electrical energy into mechanical energy. Isn't it redundant to apply it this way? If mechanical energy is needed, a steam engine is enough. In comparison, this electrical energy does not seem to have any advantages. Why does the leader value it so much?"

(End of this chapter)