"What are you kidding? They're beaten back again? ”

Sasha, the chief engineer of the Russian side in charge of the PAK FA project, frowned and looked at the report in front of him and said reluctantly.

The assistant engineer on the side sighed and said:

"There is no way, they have already released their words, if this technology does not satisfy them, they will directly stop the cooperation of the PAK FA project."

"Now, most of the design of PAK FA relies on them to do optimization, and the discontinuation of cooperation has a great impact on us, and it does not meet the requirements of our superiors."

"We didn't have a choice"

Hearing his words, Sasha slammed the table and stood up angrily.

"But they said at the beginning that all they wanted was information on the Tu-160 project."

"Now, we give them the Tu-160 too, what are they not satisfied with?"

He had an indescribable grievance in his heart, just like he was blackmailed by bullies when he was in school.

What the?

Obviously, it seems that not long ago, there was still an obvious gap between the status of China and Huaxia in the field of "technology", how did it come to this day, the situation was completely reversed, and it became that we had to look at their faces to do things?

Even if it's a technological explosion, it's not exaggerated to this extent, right?

Thinking of this, he continued to speak without waiting for the assistant to answer:

"No, I can't compromise on that."

"As long as this head is opened, their appetite will grow more and more in the future."

"Now it's time to improve the gas filling device, but what about later? Wouldn't they just ask us to fly the Tu-160 over and deliver it to them? ”

"I have to teach them a lesson."

"Isn't it just a suspension of PAK FA? We can also suspend their H-20 program. ”

"I want to see how their bombers can be built without our help!"

The assistant on the other side had a look of embarrassment on his face, he looked at Sasha hesitantly, and after a long time, he spoke:

"I think we should at least talk to Mr. Marrokov first."

"This cooperation is something that we have worked so hard to achieve, and if the project is delayed or even broken down because of this incident, I don't think even you can afford to take this responsibility."

"I can afford it!"

Sasha said categorically.

"As I said, this is a technical cooperation project, not a unilateral transfer of benefits."

"Now, what they have gained from us is far more than what they have given us, and I, as the chief engineer, have reason to make my own decisions."

"As long as the decision is good for the country, then no problem!"

With that, Sasha walked around the desk, opened the door and walked out.

The assistant followed him closely and asked:

"Where are you going, sir?"

Sasha replied without looking back:

"I'm going to find their chief engineer, to find Yang Wei! I have to make him understand that even if it is an exchange, it should be an equal exchange! ”

"You don't have to follow me, just stay in the office and wait for news!"

"If Marokov comes to me, tell him that I'm going to negotiate with those greedy Chinese!"

Looking at Sasha's resolute back, the assistant sighed helplessly.

From the bottom of his heart, he could understand Sasha's feelings.

After all, in the other party's decades of practice, Sasha has hardly suffered from anyone.

And this time, the other party's attitude was extremely arrogant and even threatening.

It's normal for Sasha to be angry at the moment, but is this kind of anger really right?

The world has changed.

Thinking of this, he returned to the office.

He knew he couldn't convince Sasha, but at the very least, he should report his situation to the top of the court.

Can't let him really get into trouble.

If these Chinese people are really annoyed, not to mention the investment in the early stage, further cooperation between the two countries will also become delusional.

This is not something that superiors want to see.

Sasha's movements were fast, and after only half an hour, he had already found Yang Wei, who was in charge of the PAK FA cooperation project.

As soon as he walked into his office, Sasha began to yell.

"I want to complain!"

"You have been extremely disrespectful to us, and have completely violated the original agreement of this project!"

"Even if there is a problem, you can obviously communicate well through our engineers!"

"But now, you've bypassed all channels of communication and threatened us with the 'termination of the project'!"

"It's unreasonable! Also very rude! ”

Yang Wei sat in his seat, looking at Sasha opposite with some consternation, and didn't react for a while, what was he talking about.

Knowing that Sasha slapped the table and punched him in front of him to make an impassioned speech, he finally figured out the ins and outs.

In fact, the matter is not too complicated, but the 605 Institute sent an early warning letter to the Russian technical team.

Probably because the wording of the letter was not very polite, and it touched Sasha's sensitive self-esteem.

——

However, this is also clearly a strategy.

Deliberately pretending to be angry in order to gain more benefits.

Yang Wei is also an old man, he doesn't think he will be fooled.

So, he completely ignored Sasha's emotions, and only after he had finished venting did he calmly ask him a question:

"Mr. Sasha, I want to ask you."

"Without our help, when are you going to solve the problem of the stealth coating?"

Hearing this, Sasha was stunned.

"Stealth coating. No matter when, we'll figure it out! ”

"I mean, when?"

Yang Wei continued to repeat his question.

"One year, maybe two years, maybe five years and ten years! But we'll figure it out! ”

Sasha's expression was resolute, as if he had already planned for this lofty goal.

An imperceptible smile appeared on Yang Wei's face, and then he continued to ask:

"Well, the stealth coating isn't too difficult, you can really solve it - five years, let's count it like this."

"So, what about the problems with the PAK FA body? As you know, PAK FA now has a big problem with the strength of the body, and the main reason is that the materials are not up to par and the design is flawed, right? ”

"How much time are you going to spend solving this problem?"

"Without you, we would have been able to solve it in five years."

This time, Sasha didn't take a detour, but replied bluntly.

"What about the engine? A fourth-generation aircraft, you can't continue to use your old three-rotor engine, right? ”

"No, you don't have to answer me, because I know the answer - at least 10, or even 20 years, before you have a chance to develop the next generation of aero engines."

"Moreover, the actual performance of this machine is unknown."

Hearing Yang Wei's words, Sasha subconsciously wanted to refute, but was stopped by Yang Wei waving his hand.

"Mr. Sasha, you don't have to rush to refute me, because I still have questions."

"The problem with the engine is solved, what about the hydraulics? What about avionics? What about flight controllers? What about radar? ”

"What does a full-fledged fourth-generation aircraft need?"

"High mobility, high situational awareness, high stealth, at least on these three points, you simply simply do not have the ability to achieve it on your own."

"So, do you understand now? Mr. Sasha? ”

"You're right, this project is not a fair project cooperation."

"But what's unfair is this: we've given you too much!"

"Do you think we really need the technology of the Tu-160? No, even without these things, we can create our own strategic bomber. ”

"But on the other hand, if you didn't have us, the PAK FA project would never have been able to go ahead."

"According to your original design, even if it is built, it will be nothing more than a four-like fighter."

After saying this, Sasha seemed to be poured a basin of cold water from his head.

He suddenly calmed down.

Yes, there is nothing wrong with what the other party said.

Without the Tu-160 technology, they could still build the H-20, which would have taken more time at best.

But without the technical assistance of the J-22, can you still build a PAK FA, or another name "su-57" in private?

No, that can't be.

Because, there is a major difference between oneself and Huaxia.

That is, in the field of military industry, the movement trends of the two sides are different.

The other party is always moving forward and rising, and a new basic technology is generated, which provides impetus for their development, so they can afford to wait, and they can wait.

But what about yourself?

How many years have it been since the collapse of the USSR that we have not seen breakthrough technological advances?

The famous Tupolev Institute can no longer even reproduce a Tu-160 in its entirety.

Admittedly, there are complex economic and social factors.

But it is undeniable that in this field of military industry, the old capital left by the former Soviet Union is about to be eaten.

And the PAK FA project, isn't it to inject some new vitality into the country's military industry before these old books are eaten?

What will happen if you can't even do this project and lose your last chance to "continue your life"?

The fire will burn out.

Sasha subconsciously gritted his teeth.

I know this, but I have been blinded by my arrogance all along.

A cold sweat broke out on his back.

As the assistant said, if the entire project is damaged because of his actions, the scope of the impact is definitely not as big as what he sees in front of him

Finished.

His eyes changed in an instant.

He looked at Yang Wei in front of him and said with a stammer:

"The result of the PAK FA will definitely not be a backward third-and-a-half-generation fighter, it must be a fourth-generation aircraft."

"Do you have the final say?"

Yang Wei asked teasingly.

Sasha's face froze, and he didn't know how to answer for a while.

yes, am I in charge?

That's a fart!

It doesn't count if Marokov said it, it doesn't count if it is said by United Airlines, and even if it is said by Russia as a whole, it doesn't count.

What really has the final say is Huaxia, which holds the fourth-generation aircraft technology in its hands

How far they are willing to do this project, then how far this project can go.

As advanced they want the PAK FA to be, the PAK FA will be as advanced.

But all this is premised on not allowing them to feel even the slightest threat.

Sasha came to his senses.

He is an old man, and although he has not directly experienced the events of the last century, he has read many reports and heard many stories.

Therefore, he also knew very well why the two powerful countries at that time suddenly drew their swords against each other from the beginning.

The reason is simple, and it can be summed up in five words:

I don't want to be a dickey.

At that time, it was the Chinese who didn't want to be the second.

But now, the one who doesn't want to be the second is himself.

Relying on their efforts, the Chinese people have really turned over decades later.

But on their own side, can they rely on their own efforts to regain the lost position?

At least, not in the short term.

Since it's impossible, then you can only be the second honest!

Thinking of this, he immediately straightened up.

Then, he looked at Yang Wei with a solemn face and said:

"I'm sorry, Mr. Yang."

"I was too impulsive and said something inappropriate, and I hope our friendship doesn't suffer from this."

"As for the technology you need, we will re-evaluate and submit, and here, I will be in charge."

Seeing Sasha's attitude change, Yang Wei's expression finally relaxed.

He reached out and took Sasha's hand, and said comfortingly:

"It's okay, at work, anyone has times when they get out of control, and I definitely won't blame you for that."

"Don't worry, our cooperation will continue."

"Plus, I have one more surprise to tell you."

"Surprise?"

Sasha subconsciously repeated, his tone a little apprehensive.

"What kind of surprise?"

"About the PAK FA project."

"We've solved the problem of turbulence in the boundary layer of the belly intake, and similarly, we've designed a material specifically for that."

"This material can ensure that your fighter can have high structural strength under the premise of using a tandem weapon compartment-—— which is not weaker than the J-22."

"Really?"

Sasha's eyes widened.

What does it mean to repay grievances with virtue?

This is to repay grievances with virtue!

At this moment, he was completely impressed by Yang Wei's magnanimous mind regardless of his previous suspicions.

"We. . Can I use it now? ”

Yang Wei smiled mysteriously and replied:

"Of course, of course."

"You can use it anytime."

"In exchange, though, we'd like you to say something."

"We don't want much."

"30 Mi-26 helicopters, how's that?"

Sasha suddenly closed her mouth.

Sure enough, all gifts, that have a price.

"What do you want so many helicopters for? Or a transport helicopter? We have only 30 of them ourselves! ”

He asked, puzzled.

"That's not something you should worry about, you just need to help us get the news to China."

After a moment's hesitation, Sasha finally nodded.

As a result, the atmosphere between the two eased instantly.

At the same time, the door of Yang Wei's office was pushed open again.

Marokov pushed the door in.

"Sasha! You."

He had an anxious look on his face.

On the way here, he was always worried that Sasha would mess things up, and was even ready to clean up the mess for him.

But this scene in front of me. Seems to be quite harmonious?

Noticing his expression, Yang Wei opened his mouth and said:

"Mr. Marokov, you have come just in time."

"I've just made a deal with Mr. Sasha, and you should listen to it too."

"The sun never sets, starting from behind the scenes to guide Zhu Di"

Yongle Emperor Zhu Di has been very wrong recently, and he always feels that someone is watching him from behind.

The queen was seriously ill, and the imperial doctors said that they were powerless, so he had a dream in which someone said to give him medicine.

In the afternoon of the same day, "the grass people came to deliver medicine on the orders of their ancestors!" ”

The floods in Chenzhou and Taihe, flooding several places and destroying thousands of houses, Zhu Di once again dreamed that there were strange things that could build rivers and prevent floods.

……

(End of chapter)