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The satellite data in the announcement can make people think of many things. After careful analysis, it can be determined that the flower growers have mastered very high-end radar technology and can detect satellites below an altitude of 1,000 kilometers.

This high-end radar technology may be ground radar or satellite radar in space. The most important thing is that it can detect satellites and track and analyze satellite orbit data.

If you contact the light pressure engine to install a laser weapon, it will feel very scary.

"This is enough to make the light pressure engine the most powerful space weapon!"

"It can directly hit all satellites thousands of kilometers away with almost no loss..."

The light pressure engine uses annihilation particle technology, which can be said to be unlimited energy technology. The energy of the laser weapon installed on the surface of the engine naturally comes from the inside of the engine, and even the electrical energy on the ground will not be lost.

There is no loss of attack method, and it can be carried out continuously. Just think about it and you will know how terrible it is.

Conventional means of attacking satellites are ground missiles.

Ground missiles are very expensive, and using several ground missiles to destroy a satellite may even result in some losses outweighing the gains.

This is also one of the great advantages of laser weapons on engines.

However, public opinion is more concerned about the light pressure engine itself. "With this level of strike capability, the light pressure engine can no longer be called an 'engine', right? It feels like it is already an aerospace carrier."

"The code name has not been determined yet, but it is just said that it will be called the Space Carrier."

"However, it is indeed not an engine at this level..."

"The space carrier is the aircraft carrier in space. With the space carrier, the flower growers will have absolute deterrence and strike capabilities in space, and they will have dominance and hegemony in space."

"The dominance and hegemony in space will also affect the dominance and hegemony in all military fields."

The advantages of space dominance are too great.

In the historical development of the military field, the emergence of the air force, fighter jets and other air weapons is a very important chapter.

Since the emergence of aviation weapons, various military powers have invested a lot of money and energy in research. In the past 100 years, aviation engines, various types of fighters, bombers and other aviation weapons have together supported half of the development of weapons. .

In modern warfare, air power often plays a decisive role in the outcome of the war.

With the continuous development of science and technology, competition in the military field has shifted from aviation to space.

Modern high-tech weapons often rely on space satellites. The positioning of fighter jets and ships is critical. A large number of advanced weapons also rely on satellite guidance to accurately lock on targets and strike.

If we can have dominance and hegemony in space and disable all the opponent's satellites, it will be equivalent to damaging the "eyes" of the opponent's high-tech weapons. It can be said that it can determine the direction of a conventional war.

Of course, public opinion is just public opinion.

A lot of speculative reports and statements are not necessarily accurate.

Everyone is still looking at the upcoming space test.

The day before the space test, Spacecraft Industries released information about the space test. They determined that they would release large satellites during the test and also test laser weapons in space.

The last one caused quite a stir, but it did not surprise public opinion.

In the information released by Spacecraft Industries, it was also confirmed that live broadcast footage will be provided during the test.

At this time, large media organizations in some countries have already received the news, and they have obtained the rights to broadcast the space test process.

There will be live broadcasts by large media outlets in 17 countries.

The first domestic media will get first-hand footage, and the host will get some relevant information and provide live commentary based on the information and footage.

Other countries obtain secondary broadcast rights through domestic media, and some simply perform direct translation and broadcast.

At this moment, the lens of the first domestic media has arrived at the optical pressure engine project base.

Reporters are allowed to enter the base and can conduct filming and interviews from two kilometers away. The light pressure engine can be clearly seen through the lens two kilometers away.

The light pressure engine is too huge.

The engine in the picture seemed to be right in front of them, which also shocked the audience in front of the TV and computer. It was the first time for them to see the light pressure engine so close.

The surrounding cabin of the light pressure engine has already been built. From a close distance, the engine looks like a spaceship. It is difficult to call it an engine.

After reporters arrive inside the base, they can shoot in a certain area. The main thing they shoot is the light pressure engine, and other equipment is scattered.

This area is very close to the light pressure engine. During space testing, nearby equipment will be moved, otherwise it will be damaged by high temperature.

The reporter also met Zang Chunlai who was being interviewed.

Zang Chunlai is the general manager of the Aerospace Industry Company. He accepted the interview on behalf of the company.

Zang Chunlai stood in front of the camera with a faint smile on his face. He nodded towards the photographer, confirmed that he could start shooting, and immediately said, "We have been preparing for this high-altitude test for more than eight months. .”

"The test will be divided into several parts, including take-off, lift-off, release of satellites, just like our public information, and testing of laser weapons at a certain altitude."

"For us, releasing the satellite is the most important thing."

"The engine carries a 16-ton satellite, which should be the heaviest satellite in human history. The larger the satellite, the more and better functions it can achieve."

"After this test, we also hope to cooperate with more corporate institutions and provide launch services for large satellites..."

Zang Chunlai keeps talking about content suitable for satellites, mainly because satellite launch services will be the point where light pressure engines achieve stable profits.

Income is still very important.

Since the establishment of the light pressure engine project, there has been a steady stream of large investments, and they also need to withdraw some funds to support subsequent research.

For example, research and purchase small spacecraft that can achieve various performances.

Small craft are not cheap.

The budget for the research, development and procurement of various small spacecraft will surely reach hundreds of billions.

Their ultimate goal is to achieve profitability, and they must seize the first point of stable income.

However, reporters are not concerned about the issue of satellite release, because public opinion has been discussing it for a long time. For light pressure engines, it is very simple to release large satellites.

The reporter is concerned about another question, "Many people think that the current light pressure engine can no longer be called an engine. It should be called an aerospace carrier, right?"

"You can't say that yet."

Zang Chunlai shook his head and said, "I know many people say this, but in fact, we have not completed the space test, and it is not perfect."

"We will continue to add cabins, improve its internal structure, add equipment to implement various functions, and improve internal systems."

"There's still a lot of work to be done."

"But one thing is certain, after this test is over, we will start the construction of the space carrier."

Subsequently, the reporter asked several questions that attracted public attention.

Zang Chunlai said a few words to those who could answer. If he couldn't answer, he smiled and remained silent.

Space testing of the light pressure engine is about to begin.

Spacecraft Industries has disclosed some content to the public, but in fact there are many things to be tested, and the release of large satellites is only one of them.

Releasing and recovering small spacecraft, testing gravitational field equipment and gravitational shield equipment, testing laser weapons, etc., are the focus of testing.

It is the least difficult for the engine to climb to hundreds or thousands of kilometers.

Another very important test is manual operation.

During the test, the tester (pilot) in the main control room manually operated the light pressure engine to take off and complete a series of controls such as releasing satellites and small spacecraft, including launching laser weapons, which was also one of the focuses of the test.

The space test will complete a series of tasks lasting more than 24 hours.

At the same time, test screens will be provided in stages.

Half past eight in the morning.

The space test is ready to begin. The first domestic media has been connected to the scene, and the camera lens is pointed at the light pressure engine.

This is the picture provided by the engine block.

The host introduced, "The camera is only 5 kilometers away from the light pressure engine."

"This is the best view, you can clearly see the engine takeoff process."

"Five kilometers is the closest distance. The camera lens also needs to be protected from heat. During the take-off process of the engine, it will create a large amount of light pressure and light heat, which will affect the surrounding ten kilometers..."

The camera turned and entered the interior of the cabin.

What you see in the picture is the main control cabin. The most impressive thing in the main control cabin is an oversized screen. There are three testers sitting in front of the screen. They are wearing clothes similar to space suits, but they look much lighter. It is obvious that the limbs can move freely.

Many people held their breath when they saw the TV picture. This was the first time they saw the picture inside the light pressure engine cabin, and it was aimed at the main control cabin.

In the main control cabin, there are buttons and equipment everywhere under the big screen. The several seats are very exquisite, and with the three testers sitting at attention, the picture is full of science fiction.

"This is the inside of the light pressure engine cabin? It's very shocking..."

"It's really a spaceship!"

"The big screen seems to be aimed at the sky directly above. In other words, the top of the engine is the front. This really wants to sail towards the universe..."

"Those devices look very powerful. I don't know what they are used for. It would be nice if there was an introduction."

"How is that possible? It would be nice to see what it looks like inside."

The scene in the main control cabin ended with the tester in the middle pressing a button.

Afterwards, the screen returns.

The lens was pointed at the light pressure engine again.

Just as many people had guessed, the light pressure engine made a loud noise. The host introduced, "The engine has entered the preheating stage and is ready to start."

At this moment, Wang Hao was sitting in the central control room, and sitting next to him was Zhu Qiqiang.

A row of leaders sat at the edge of the control room.

Among them are Teacher Xu, Teacher Zhao and Teacher Zhu, but in the middle is Teacher Yuan. Teacher Yuan is the top decision-maker, and his position is one level higher than Teacher Zhao and Teacher Xu.

Teacher Yuan personally came to the test site, which also represents the country’s emphasis on light pressure engine testing.

Teacher Yuan was standing in the middle, asking about the gravity shield. The person he was asking was He Yi, who was responsible for the gravity shield technology.

He had understood the technology before, but he still felt very surprised.

He Yi said, "The current gravity shield technology has a release distance of more than 80 kilometers, and the impact range is a hemispheric area of ​​about eight kilometers."

"During the test, two gravity shield devices will be turned on. During accelerated flight, they will be aimed directly ahead, that is, directly above, to ensure the safety of the engine."

"The effect of the gravity shield is to create a force that deflects materials in the area to both sides, so that they will not fly head-on towards the engine."

After hearing this, Teacher Yuan thought and said, "With the gravity shield equipment, laser weapons, and high-end radar, safety should be guaranteed."

"Are there any plans to install other weapons and equipment in the future?"

He Yidao, "We have discussed that we will still install a weapon that can have explosive destructive power in space, preferably one that can create a very strong explosion."

"This is..." Teacher Yuan was confused.

"Deal with the meteorite!"

He Yidao, "It is not for the light pressure engine, but to protect the earth. If a large meteorite hits the earth, the meteorite can be blasted in space to ensure maximum safety."

"This is also a means that the light pressure engine lacks. We have studied and discussed that we believe that this kind of weapon can also be installed on a small spacecraft."

"only……"

He Yi said regretfully, "The development speed of small spacecraft is too slow and can't keep up with the progress."

far away.

Teacher Zhu lowered his head depressedly. He felt that he should not have come.

I was originally looking forward to the test of the light pressure engine, but the work of the space agency was mentioned again.

He Yi did not mention the space agency directly, but small spacecraft always reminds people of the space agency's projects. The research and development of an anti-gravity spacecraft cannot keep up with the light pressure engine and the aerospace carrier. What else can be said?

"Alas~~"

He could only sigh often.

When the comparison object is Wang Hao's team, it always makes people feel very desperate.

Teacher Yuan continued to ask, "By the way, if other satellites enter the controlled area during the test, what should I do?"

He Yidao, "Our plan is to use deterrence and use gravitational shields to deflect satellites from their orbits."

"Won't it cause technical information to be leaked?"

Teacher Yuan was immediately confused.

He Yi felt that he had no way to answer, so he could only look at Teacher Xu and Teacher Zhao.

This aspect was discussed together.

Teacher Xu came over and explained, "This is a decision we made after discussing it together."

"It doesn't matter to us now that technical information leaks, even if other national agencies know about the gravity shield technology."

"It's also a deterrent in space."

"We have too many high-end technologies, and the light pressure engine itself is a combination of high-end technologies."

"It doesn't matter if we have another high-end technology, because we already have the ability to attack satellites in space. If the news about the gravity shield technology is leaked, it can also warn some countries and institutions not to take the initiative to provoke..."

What he was referring to was the 'satellite debris attack'.

If there is no gravity shield technology, other national agencies can use the method of damaging satellites to create a large number of satellite debris that threatens the light pressure engine.

This kind of attack can also be explained by "the satellite was damaged by impact".

In short, it can be defended as an ‘unintentional situation’.

When the light pressure engine faces this situation, it can only evade without gravity shield technology, and there are a large number of satellite debris in space orbit, which will definitely pose a threat to the normal navigation of the light pressure engine.

When other national agencies learn about the gravity shield technology, they will no longer do it because satellite debris will not threaten the light pressure engine at all.

They will only feel hopelessness that they cannot cope with...