Era: Starting from cave dwellings in northern Shaanxi

Chapter 176 On the Difficulty of Research Institute

"Brother, I mean, I know what carbon fiber is, so you don't have to explain it to me, but I have a few questions."

Sun Xiangyang said slowly.

In his previous life, he had a client who liked fishing. In order to cater to his hobby, Sun Xiangyang specially purchased a carbon fiber fishing rod. For this reason, he also searched the Internet for some information about carbon fiber.

Therefore, he is no stranger to carbon fiber.

And carbon fiber, known as black gold, is not so easy to make.

Even at the time of his rebirth, domestically produced carbon fibers were mostly mid- to low-end, and high-end carbon fibers were still catching up, and could be considered to have entered the first echelon.

But how much effort did it take to succeed?

Therefore, Sun Xiangyang is very aware of the fact that carbon fiber is a big pit, and it is difficult to get around it just by relying on Shuangshui Bay.

"You said."

Chen Shuyuan was about to despair, but he suddenly saw hope and stood up straight.

In his eyes, five million is already a lot.

"If I'm not mistaken, the research institute where my eldest brother was previously specialized in researching carbon fiber, right?"

"Is five million a small amount?"

The research institute where Chen Shuyuan works probably has a carbonization furnace. After all, in addition to producing carbon fiber, this thing can also be used in other aspects, such as graphite, metal heat treatment, chemical industry, and materials.

No wonder the first batch of funds above was only five million.

If it happened again...

"How about the current domestic support for carbon fiber research? In addition to the research institute where my eldest brother worked before, is there any other place where research is conducted?"

Otherwise, a mere five million dollars would not be enough just to buy equipment, so naturally we would have to find ways to save.

Not to mention compared with the production of chips, there is not even any high-end equipment.

But if you want to carbonize, you need to use a low-temperature carbonization furnace, a high-temperature carbonization furnace, or even an ultra-high-temperature carbonization furnace. Our institute does not have an ultra-high-temperature carbonization furnace, so we can only modify it ourselves. Unexpectedly, something happened in the end. The modified ultra-high temperature furnace The carbonization furnace exploded directly.

"More than 20 units, only 5 million funds?"

I was a little tired after staying in the northwest for so many years. I happened to find an employer in northern Shaanxi, not far from Tingting, so I applied to come here. "

For this reason, the director of our research institute had to go to the top to ask for money, but was told that there was no money. He needed to cut off some research institutes and units, and then concentrate on tackling key problems.

Sun Xiangyang also listened very carefully.

In fact, Chen Shuyuan's research institute has already made some achievements. This modification of the ultra-high temperature carbonization furnace was a crucial experiment, but it failed.

Chen Shuyuan explained the real reason why he came here by the way, but when he mentioned the dissolution of the institute, his face was full of bitterness.

Sun Xiangyang didn't know what to say. Of course, five million now is not the same as five million in future generations. But even so, on average, a research institute or related unit only has 200,000 in funds.

"Well, carbon fiber is mainly made by..."

Sun Xiangyang said again at this time.

In carbon fiber production, except for ultra-high temperature carbonization furnaces which are relatively expensive and cannot be satisfied domestically, low temperature, high temperature, and oxidation furnaces can all be produced domestically.

Unfortunately, our institute is one of the institutes to be axed.

Of course, the quality of the materials, such as acrylic and viscose, is also important.

The key point is that this kind of research cannot be completed in a day or two, otherwise the higher authorities would not have formulated a ten-year development plan. It is just that the first three years are a baseline to see which research institutes have more potential, and then provide further support.

Basically, anyone with relevant equipment can sign up to participate.

Then a feeling arises, that’s it?

But no matter what, these things can be satisfied in China.

This is the principle of proximity.

It takes repeated trials to extract successful experience from failure after failure to continuously strengthen the strength of carbon fiber.

Then there is the wire drawing process to ensure that the fibers pulled out of the high-temperature furnace are uniform.

It can be said that sometimes the temperature will be affected if it is too low or too high.

Chen Shuyuan was a little confused.

Without the carbonization furnace, several years were in vain without any results. The weapons factory to which the research institute was originally affiliated simply disbanded the research institute, and those of us either chose to go to other research institutes under the company, or to be hired by relevant departments. units receive.

"Yes."

After Chen Shuyuan finished speaking, Sun Xiangyang basically had a concept of carbon fiber production.

"Brother, tell me about the carbon fiber production process and what equipment is needed."

Speaking of this, Chen Shuyuan became energetic. From the initial material selection, to the processing process, to the research direction, he explained everything one by one.

"Yes. Three years ago, the country formulated a ten-year development plan for carbon fiber and spent 5 million to form multiple research teams. There are almost 20 participating research institutes and units. The research institute where I work is One of them is mainly responsible for the carbonization of carbon fiber, which is also the most important part of carbon fiber production.

Of course, developing usable carbon fiber with only five million dollars is simply a dream.

The real difficulty in producing carbon fiber lies in the process.

What is this money enough for?

I am afraid that the reason why so many research institutes are allocated is because of the equipment that these research institutes already have.

Originally, in his eyes, since carbon fiber material was so high-end, known as black gold, and known as the king of new materials, it would be absolutely difficult. However, he did not expect that according to Chen Shuyuan's description, it was no different from a handicraft workshop.

There is also pyrolysis. Chemical reactions will occur in the fibers at high temperatures. How to ensure that the impurities and gases in the fibers are removed is the key to determining the quality of carbon fibers.

In Chen Shuyuan's words, it is not difficult to produce carbon fiber, but that kind of carbon fiber is basically equivalent to waste products and cannot be used at all.

The key is to improve the quality of carbon fiber, which is its strength.

In this regard, you have to rely on craftsmanship.

This is equivalent to the formula of an alloy. You only know the materials but not the formula. Even if you produce an alloy, you can't compare with others.

After thinking about this, Sun Xiangyang's eyes brightened obviously.

He was hesitant before. The real reason was that he was worried that the production of carbon fiber was too high-end and Shuangshuiwan would not be able to support it at all, just like the production of chips requires the use of photolithography machines.

Nowadays, some countries have implemented technological blockades in the country, and even high-precision lathes cannot be purchased, so you can only get stuck.

However, what is really important about carbon fiber is not the equipment, but the process.

After understanding this, an idea came to Sun Xiangyang's mind.

He learns knowledge about traditional Chinese medicine and can develop skills.

If you study carbon fiber technology, will you develop skills?

Even if it's just the simplest craft, even if it's a craft that's been eliminated internationally, as long as you develop skills, you can continue to improve.

And improving skills is equivalent to improving craftsmanship.

Does this mean that Shuangshuiwan can break the monopoly and produce its own high-end carbon fiber in the future?

Another point is that now Shuangshuiwan only needs to build a research institute and piece together a set of equipment. There is no need for large-scale production. After two or three years of research and the results are produced, we can take advantage of the reform. The spring breeze is taking off.

As black gold, carbon fiber is definitely in short supply, and in the early days, the price was also high. This can make money faster than mining coal.

More importantly, relying on this carbon fiber research institute, a production base can be built in the future. Isn't this the industrial upgrade he dreams of?

From now on, Shuangshuiwan also has the cornerstone for real development.

This is not only the hometown of paper-cut paintings, but also the city of carbon fiber industry.

But these are plans for the next few decades.

Now, Shuangshuiwan only needs to invest in building a carbon fiber research institute to take the first step.

"Brother, according to your estimate, how much will it cost to build such a research institute?"

"If it's just carbonization..."

"No, I'm talking about everything. You don't need to rely on others. We are the research institute that can produce carbon fiber from beginning to end."

"Produce them all?"

Chen Shuyuan's eyes widened suddenly, his heart beat rapidly, and his mouth even went dry.

He didn't expect that his brother-in-law would be so ambitious.

Can Shuangshui Bay hold up?

Aren't you afraid of being wasted?

Despite this, he did a quick calculation in his mind and finally spit out a number, "About 1.5 million."

"1500000?"

Hearing this number, Sun Xiangyang couldn't help but think deeply.

Although this number was much higher than he expected, it was still within the acceptable range.

Of course, it is not that easy to expect Shuangshuiwan to come up with this money.

According to his previous calculations, Shuangshuiwan would have to wait two years to earn one million a year.

But right now, Shuangshuiwan actually has no money.

The money sitting in the credit union's account must be used to purchase transformers and equipment for the coal mine, which is indispensable.

As for the money spent on paper-cut paintings, it is of no use at all.

It is even more unrealistic to expect state funding. If there was such money, the research institute where Chen Shuyuan worked before would not be closed down and disbanded.

Another point is the issue of ownership.

Even if the research institute is built, who will it belong to?

Belongs to Shuangshui Bay?

Sun Xiangyang is not the kind of stingy person, but he thought of what some people have done. A little paper-cut painting can make the county focus on Shuangshui Bay, and directly snatch it shamelessly. If carbon fiber that can really be used is developed, let alone the county Even in the province, people will be excited.

At that time, even moving out of the Su family might not be useful.

Instead of waiting to be robbed, it is better to determine the ownership of this research institute from the beginning.

As long as the research institute and future production base are built in Shuangshui Bay, nothing else really matters.

Then, Sun Xiangyang thought of Xiangjiang, and then thought of foreign-funded enterprises.

If he wanted to get the money to build a research institute and buy equipment in a short period of time, he would have to find a way from Xiangjiang. In other words, his Xiangjiang plan would have to be advanced.

Fortunately, Huang De came over earlier, which allowed him to lay a certain foundation, so that his identity as a Feng Shui master would not be too abrupt.

After getting the money from Xiangjiang, can he set up a company in Xiangjiang and then invest in building a research institute in Shuangshui Bay in the name of this company?

In this way, this research institute will belong to the company in Xiangjiang and be a foreign-invested enterprise.

After the results are achieved, even if the superiors have ideas, they must consider the overall situation.

During the investment promotion period, if there is a scandal of robbery, who would dare to come?

Coupled with the background of the Su family, and one or two allies at critical moments, it is enough to ensure that the research institute develops and layouts according to his wishes.

"I have a friend in Xiangjiang. It's not a big problem to convince him to invest in a carbon fiber research institute. But in this case, this research institute will be owned by foreign investors. In this case, how many people can you bring in?

After all, research and production of carbon fiber requires professional people. People in Shuangshuiwan can do some hard work, but it is impossible to research this thing. We need to recruit people from outside. "

After Sun Xiangyang confirmed his idea, he looked at Chen Shuyuan and asked.

Even though this research institute belongs to him, he can't say it directly at this time, he must put on a layer of skin.

"Human Investment Research Institute in Xiangjiang?"

Chen Shuyuan was stunned.

It seems that he did not expect that Sun Xiangyang would give such a result.

"Yes, Shuangshuiwan doesn't have that much money right now, and I'm afraid I don't have the qualifications to build a research institute, so I can't apply for it at all, so I can only think of ways from outside."

Sun Xiangyang nodded.

After hearing his words, Chen Shuyuan frowned and became silent.

His original idea was to develop carbon fiber for the country, but now, it has turned into research for a research institute invested in Xiangjiang. Psychologically speaking, it was a bit difficult to accept for a while.

Sun Xiangyang did not urge him, but quietly waited for the other party's answer.

After a long time, Chen Shuyuan raised his head, looked at Sun Xiangyang seriously and asked: "If there are results, will it belong to the country or to the people who invested in Xiangjiang?"

"It definitely belongs to the investors in name. After all, the institute was established by others. Regardless of the process results or patents, they all belong to the investors. But in reality, Hong Kong will return sooner or later, and the people in the institute are also our own people.

The carbon fiber produced in the future, under certain conditions, will first be for our own use.

The most important thing is that we can use this to break the international blockade on us and avoid being choked by others. "

Sun Xiangyang explained.

"I only have one request. If we really research carbon fiber technology, we will also be qualified to use it in our country."

Chen Shuyuan gritted his teeth and said.

"This is not a big problem. When the time comes, the institute can authorize it and just pay the patent fee."

Sun Xiangyang nodded.

"Then I'm fine. I can't guarantee it for other research institutes, but I can try my best to convince my colleagues who worked at a research institute before. Although everyone's main research direction is carbonization, other processes are not impossible. Get started.

And when the research institute is really built and has achieved certain results, we can continue to attract people to participate. "

Chen Shuyuan finally decided to do it.

He wanted to study carbon fiber more than going to other units. Even if this research institute belonged to people from Xiangjiang, it was at least a hope.

"Then let's talk about the treatment issue."

Sun Xiangyang smiled slightly.

When recruiting troops, in addition to like-minded ideals, treatment is also crucial.

Otherwise, why would people come to Shuangshui Bay and join a research institute of Xiangjiang Investment?

(End of this chapter)