Spark

After finishing the "visit" of the electromagnetic gun, Chen Nian did not delay much, but left the test site directly and went to Wang Weibin's office.

In the office, he proposed several optimization plans to Wang Weibin according to the information in his mind.

These include the installation of more advanced shock absorption modules, quick rail replacement design, further optimization of fire control radar accuracy, and so on.

Each of these suggestions corresponds to a major obstacle to the ultimate improvement of the electromagnetic gun's performance. Wang Weibin's team has also spent a lot of time and resources to explore, but the results are extremely limited.

However, it only took Chen Nian an afternoon to see the problem with this electromagnetic gun, and at the same time gave a detailed solution.

——

Although Chen Nian only talked briefly verbally, Wang Weibin was amazed at the professionalism he showed.

He secretly thought:

As expected of the god who came up with the initial design plan, maybe he still has more advanced and complex technology in his mind, but he didn't come out right away because it is difficult to realize now.

With this in mind, Wang Weibin's attitude towards Chen Nian became more and more respectful, which made Chen Nian feel uncomfortable.

After much tugging and tugging, Chen Nian finally accepted the tea leaves that Wang Weibin had given him, then turned around and got into the car, returning to Xigong University.

There is still one and a half months before graduation, and he plans to finish all the projects at hand in this one and a half months.

After the permanent residence is officially decided, you can take a step forward and officially start a new journey.

According to his plan, that will be the beginning of near-future technology.

Starting from metal hydrogen, there are a series of world-changing technologies waiting for him.

Nuclear fusion, brain-computer, biotechnology, aerospace combat equipment, laser weapons.

These technologies will gradually appear in the next ten years. With their help, Huaxia will completely get rid of its disadvantages and officially embark on the road of "struggling for hegemony"

And at the same time when Chen Nian returned from 206, the other side of the sea.

In the office of the May Club, Houston looked at the report in front of him with a serious face, and asked while smoking a cigarette:

"So, has the current situation been confirmed? Huaxia has indeed launched a helicopter project, and has also purchased Mi-26 from Russia?"

The assistant on the side nodded and replied:

"Yes, this information has been verified by many parties, and it is indeed true."

"It is reported that the project they started this time should also be in the direction of heavy-duty transport helicopters, and AVIC II will be in charge."

"For the time being, we have no reliable judgment on their intentions for this project."

"But it seems that this has nothing to do with our operations in Sudan."

Hearing what the assistant said, Houston nodded slightly.

He really couldn't figure out what role heavy transport helicopters could play in the current situation in Africa.

According to his thinking, even if they want to support Africa, the first development should be armed helicopters.

After all, armed helicopters can basically be regarded as "running wild" in that piece of land lacking air defense forces. If they want to actively intervene in the conflict to suppress the situation, this is indeed a good choice.

Can carry a helicopter?

I don't understand.

Houston sighed and closed the report in his hand.

Since you have no idea, then simply don't think about it.

After a series of failures, Sudan became his last life-saving straw. Now all his thoughts are tied to the dilapidated capital, and he doesn't have much energy to pay attention to China's movements.

As long as their warships in the Djibouti naval port are still blocked by the Fifth Fleet, they will not be able to make too much waves.

Thinking of this, he asked:

"How is the progress of the other party's 055 project?"

"The speed is very fast. Judging from the satellite pictures, it is possible to complete the project before the end of the year."

"so fast?"

Houston was shocked, and then continued to ask:

"Is there any information on the new technology?"

"There are some, but it is not clear for the time being. What we know is that this destroyer has improved the vertical launch system and may use new ship-borne missiles."

"In addition, the naval gun has also been upgraded. Judging from the reserved position, the size of this naval gun is slightly larger than the conventional naval gun—it is possible that they will directly mount the electromagnetic gun."

"Railgun!?"

Houston's eyes widened instantly, and he paused for several seconds before he recovered from the shock.

"How could they have electromagnetic guns? According to previous intelligence, their research and development progress in the field of electromagnetic guns is not much faster than ours. Even if they successfully manufacture a prototype, they still cannot meet the standards for boarding the ship?"

"So it's just speculation."

The assistant also sighed, and then said:

"This is exactly what I want to report to you. Our satellites have captured a lot of smoke in a certain research institute in Chang'an, China. They seem to be testing a new artillery."

"—no, not artillery."

"Although the specific damage cannot be seen from the air, judging from the number of targets, this gun is extremely powerful."

"Contacting that this research institute has been conducting research and development of electromagnetic guns, we have reason to believe that this new type of artillery is electromagnetic guns."

Hearing this, Houston's expression became serious.

electromagnetic gun.

In fact, the United States has a long history of conducting electromagnetic gun research, but the problem is that their progress is not satisfactory.

According to the latest report of the Dahlgren Branch of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, although the results in their hands are powerful, the problems of fast charging, fast filling, and continuous launch have never been resolved.

In other words, there are guns, but they can't be used at all.

But now, the assistant actually said that Huaxia's man-made electromagnetic gun has reached the level that can be boarded?

Even without going through the brain, Houston's first reaction was to deny.

From the bottom of his heart, he still feels that although Huaxia is indeed constantly catching up in certain fields.

But in the most cutting-edge technical field of "electromagnetic gun", they still have no chance.

After thinking for a moment, he said:

"Keep paying attention and report to me as soon as possible if there is any progress."

"I still think that the so-called electromagnetic gun on the ship is just the most radical conjecture."

"They won't have such technical prowess, and they shouldn't have it—even if they do, it will be after us!"

There was a worried look in the assistant's eyes. He wanted to say something, but finally shut up.

Forget it, this in itself is not such a big thing.

Even if their electromagnetic gun is really built, so what?

In a short period of time, the strength contrast will not change.

Perhaps, the biggest victim will only be the Zumwalt.

After all, it has no plans to equip it with a railgun.

However, some things that have been doomed for a long time will never change because of doubts from the US side.

In their view, Huaxia's breakthrough in electromagnetic gun technology is pure nonsense, but in fact, just one and a half months later, the first generation of shipborne electromagnetic gun developed by Huaxia completed the debugging and officially went on board for actual testing.

At the end of June, in a dock of Dalian Shipyard.

Wang Weibin looked at the 052C destroyer ready to go in front of him with relief, his eyes were full of undisguised excitement and pride.

He took a deep breath, and then said to Captain Qi Yue beside him:

"This cannon will be handed over to you for use in the future. After that, we will arrange technicians to test it with the ship. If you have any problems, you can find them. If you can't solve it, you can record it first and wait for the overhaul when it is in port."

Qi Yue smiled and replied:

"I don't need you to tell me about it."

"Let's not talk about a cannon. I don't know how many new ships I have tested. The earliest sea trial of 052C was led by me."

"Don't worry, as long as there are no technical problems, I guarantee that there will be no mistakes in operation."

"There will be absolutely no technical problems."

Wang Weibin said confidently.

Just kidding, although this gun seems to have been manufactured for a short time, in the field of technology, they have been cultivating for more than 20 years.

Coupled with the blessing of Chen Nian's key technology, its overall performance has been optimized to a "rock-solid" level.

Even under various extreme conditions, the failure rate is extremely low.

As long as it is not malicious damage, it is more difficult to cause problems with this gun than to cause problems with traditional naval guns.

Hearing his answer, Qi Yue smiled again, then shook her head slightly, and said:

"After all, it can only be used as a test platform. It would be great if this 052C is really a 052C with an electromagnetic gun."

"Now, at best, it's just a shell with an electromagnetic gun."

Wang Weibin nodded and said:

"Indeed, in order to ensure the energy of this cannon, you have removed a lot of the vertical hair module to make room for it?"

"I heard that the powertrain has also been changed, the gas turbine?"

"Yes, the gas turbine was changed, but honestly, it's a rush to the shelves."

"The 052C was not designed for electromagnetic guns at the beginning, and its cabin layout is all the layout of a traditional destroyer."

"This time, in order to ensure the power supply, we installed a large number of additional electrical equipment, which occupied a considerable space."

"In addition, 052C has not carried out comprehensive power transformation for ships. In fact, from a certain point of view, we have added an additional power generation system."

"The efficiency of this system is not high. It takes at least 20 minutes to complete a charge."

"So I said, this is an empty shell with an electromagnetic gun—its combat effectiveness is really not good."

"It was originally for you to test, not for you to fight."

Wang Weibin pursed his lips and continued:

"In the future, we will definitely have to carry out a comprehensive transformation of ships that require electromagnetic guns to board."

"In the future, we will develop another electromagnetic gun with relatively small power and small size, which can be used as a secondary gun."

"At that time, you don't need to affect the original layout of the ship, and your troubles will be gone."

"I hope you can hurry up."

Qi Yue pretended to be serious and gave Wang Weibin a serious look, as if a superior was "looking forward to" a subordinate.

Wang Weibin was stunned for a few seconds before he realized that the brother Ganqing was waiting for him here.

He smiled helplessly, skipped the topic of subsequent models, and asked instead:

"Where is your destination for this voyage? Can you disclose it?"

Qi Yue pondered for a moment, then replied:

"It can't be disclosed to ordinary people, but to you, it is definitely possible."

"Anyway, your people have to follow, there is nothing to hide——we are going to the Southwest Sea."

"Southwest waters? Isn't it tested offshore?"

"Not here."

Qi Yue shook her head and explained:

"For this test, we don't just want to test as simple as that."

"Actually, this will be the first official appearance of our electromagnetic gun --- and also the official appearance of the world's first electromagnetic gun with actual combat value."

"So, we have to take full advantage of the impact it brings."

"You should be able to understand what I mean. In the sea to the west, we have reclaimed and created many islands."

"But on those islands, we really lack absolute repression."

"Those people are like flies. After catching our'loopholes', they began to learn to make us unhappy in their own way."

"And this approach, in a sense, does work."

"After all, it is impossible for fighter jets to take off for a few small fishing boats, and it is even more impossible for bombers to fly over their heads all year round."

"But the electromagnetic gun is a good choice. It is low in cost and powerful, and it is just right for killing flies."

"Want to fight?"

Wang Weibin frowned.

Indeed, he very much hoped that the weapon he had cast with his own hands would play its due role on the battlefield.

But... at this point in time, it seems too early.

From the heart, he still prefers to see peace.

".It's just a metaphor. We're not that stupid to provoke trouble without thinking about the consequences."

"We just want to establish prestige, and there are many ways to establish prestige, not just 'fighting'."

"Understood, I'm going to kill chickens and monkeys."

"No, to be precise, it's an insinuation."

"Innuendo? How?"

Qi Yue smiled mysteriously, but did not answer directly.

"How about you go with the boat? Maybe you'll know?"

Wang Weibin quickly waved his hands and replied:

"I don't have time! This cannon is finished if it's not built. It will take a lot of time to optimize and remodel. Forget it, let me know when you come back."

"Good luck to you!"

"Of course, smooth sailing!"

The two waved goodbye, and then, Qi Yue walked towards the distant warship.

More than an hour later, the warship, which had already been prepared, officially set sail.

It sailed out of the dock, and under the escort of the other two 052Cs, it headed for the deep sea.

As Qi Yue said, its goal is not simply to conduct a "sea test", but to completely smash the heads of some evil wolves with this weapon that no one has ever seen before.

The flies on the West Sea still don't know that their doomsday is coming, they are still working hard to carry the sand and sand, trying to compete with the Sky Whale.

However, they will soon know that such "hard work" will be futile after all in the face of the huge gap in strength