The completion of the denaming not only means that the aircraft carrier has completely "cut" from the previous Varyag, but also marks that the aircraft carrier will be dismantled from equipment and enter the equipment installation stage.

In other words, the transformation of the 001 ship has officially begun to sprint at full speed, and as long as the equipment that has been prepared for a long time is loaded on the aircraft carrier, it can be put into sea trials.

The equipment involved in this process includes all kinds of radars, weapons, power, and living equipment, and the process can be fast or slow, but the slowest will not exceed two years.

However, just because the assembly cycle is short does not mean that there is no difficulty in assembly.

In fact, just the day after the name was removed, the transformation had just begun, and the Deep Blue 16 project team encountered the first thorny problem.

That is, the assembly of the gas turbine power system.

In fact, the original Varyag used a steam power system, which was not only complex in structure, but also extremely poor in power.

Chen Nian still remembers that in the most exaggerated situation at that time, the steam turbine needed to be warmed up for up to 48 hours to barely drive the aircraft carrier to run.

After the launch of the Deep Blue 16 project, the problem of the power system is the first problem that needs to be solved, and the reason why Huaxia wants to win the motor siqi factory is also here.

However, it is not enough to solve the problem of gas turbines.

How to install these two powerful gas turbines on the aircraft carrier has become the crux of the problem.

The backward engine room was almost emptied, and all the equipment was equivalent to starting from scratch, and since there were no original drawings, it was easy to cause the ship's center of gravity to shift during the installation of large equipment, which led to problems with the balance of the entire aircraft carrier.

In the previous life, the Liaoning actually had this problem, in the case of full load, the center of gravity of the Liaoning ship was slightly biased to one side, which also seriously affected its maneuverability and combat capability.

Of course, the Liaoning ship of the previous generation was only used as a training ship from beginning to end, so it will be harmless next time.

But now, No. 001 can't accept such a flaw.

Because its goal is to go to the combat ship.

Therefore, in order to solve this problem, engineers including Chen Nian have made various attempts to adjust the internal layout of the power compartment again and again, and Chen Nian even considered the scheme of using the engine tilt, but in the end, considering the other space waste problems caused by this, it was still not implemented.

Opportunistic tricks can't be done, so we have to use stupid methods, constantly try and transform again and again, and adjust the gravity layout of the entire aircraft carrier synchronously.

It took more than a month for the plan to be finalized, and the long-awaited engine was installed on the aircraft carrier.

After the successful test run, Chen Nian finally breathed a sigh of relief.

However, after one level, there is another level.

After the problem with the engine was solved, then there was another problem with the installation of the phased array radar.

No. 001 uses the newly developed 346D digital array radar of 14 institutes, which has a wider detection range and higher accuracy than the 346B active phased array radar, but the volume is also correspondingly enlarged.

This brings up an awkward question:

The bridge of 001 can't fit this radar.

——

It's not that this problem was not taken into account in the preliminary planning, but because in the process of project progress, due to the blessing of the technical foundation laid by Chen Nian in the early stage, the research and development progress of the 14 institutes was much faster than expected.

New things come out, do you use them or not?

No, it always feels outdated and wasteful.

However, if it is used, the hull design will have to be changed.

After discussing it for a long time, Liu Lao finally made a decision:

If you want to do it, you can do it thoroughly, and if you want to use it, use the most advanced one!

As a result, the design and layout of the bridge were also changed, and it took longer than expected for the radar system to finally be laid out.

However, it was precisely because of the unexpected situation in the implementation of the project twice in a row that the scheduled construction period began to run out again.

The atmosphere in the project team soon became tense, not only scientific researchers, engineers, but also all grassroots workers began to work overtime, even Chen Nian, you can see the exhaustion of these workers.

On several occasions, he even noticed that some workers had saved time for lunch, and as soon as the morning's work was over, they would find a corner and lean on the deck and fall asleep, and when they woke up, they would find two buns to make together, and then turn around and devote themselves to the afternoon work.

This rhythm will continue until 9 p.m., and the intensity is terrifying.

Chen Nian knew that such a situation was dangerous, because in his previous life, during the transformation of the 001 aircraft carrier, as many as 15 people died.

And the vast majority of these 15 people were sacrificed due to accidents caused by too much project pressure and tight schedules.

It can't go on like this.

Individual lives may not be much compared to the huge benefits of building an aircraft carrier, but the utilitarian trade-off should not arise in this country.

Life is the most basic bottom line.

After another day's work, Chen Nian found Gu Lidong, the project general manager of the Deep Blue 16 project, and as soon as he saw Chen Nian, Gu Lidong also guessed his intention.

"Chen Gong, you're here."

"Is it because of the intensity of the work on the project?"

Chen Nian nodded slightly and replied:

"This matter has to be solved, and almost all project personnel have reached the limit after a month of high-intensity work."

"It's okay for mental workers like researchers and engineers, but the physical labor intensity of workers is too high, and if you don't find a way to solve it, people won't be able to hold on."

Hearing his words, Gu Lidong let out a long sigh.

A look of helplessness was written on his face, and after hesitating for a few seconds, he replied:

"We've already discovered this problem."

"But there's no way, there's very little we can do."

"The Deep Blue 16 project is not other ordinary engineering projects, it not only requires the professionalism of workers, but also has high requirements for confidentiality."

"There are not many workers who can meet the requirements of the project, and some of them are occupied by other projects, and it is impossible for us to transfer people in a short period of time."

"Either we'll extend the project – but that's obviously not possible."

Chen Nian's brows furrowed, he also knew the great significance of the first aircraft carrier.

The sooner this aircraft carrier is launched, the sooner we will be able to establish superiority on the sea.

It is very likely that the difference between before and after is only one month, and many islands that were lost in previous lives will not be lost.

Therefore, he can understand Gu Lidong's contradictions.

But is it because of such a reason that you really ignore it?

Thinking of this, he continued to ask:

"Is there no other way than to replenish personnel?"

Gu Lidong shook his head.

"No, all of our large equipment has been upgraded, and all the ways to improve efficiency by 'non-human' have been exhausted."

"The only thing we can do to solve the problem of manpower overdraft is to increase the subsidies and wages of workers as much as possible, and add some high-nutrition foods as supplements."

Chen Nian subconsciously looked out the window, and the large-scale equipment from XCMG that was running non-stop also confirmed the authenticity of what Gu Lidong said.

Perhaps, the only solution is to extend the construction period.

——

Wait a minute.

Chen Nian's heart suddenly moved, and he realized the crux of the problem.

The problem of "large devices" is indeed solved, but what about small devices?

So, he hurriedly asked:

"Are there enough small automation tools?"

Chen Nian refers to labor tools such as electric wrenches and induction screwdrivers.

"Sufficiency, that's the most basic thing – in fact, the worker's workload comes mainly from the work of working cramped in the cabin."

"In that kind of place, the machinery can't get in, and it's really too difficult to rely on manpower."

"I have a way."

Chen Nian's eyes lit up.

Cramped, inaccessible to large equipment, intense, and long working hours

Isn't this the best working environment for mechanical exoskeletons?

Wang Jiancheng's exoskeleton has entered the final verification stage.

Wouldn't it be a good time to test the actual effect of exoskeletons?

"Do you have a solution? What's the solution? ”

Gu Lidong looked at Chen Nian in surprise and asked.

"Upper mechanical exoskeleton."

Chen Nian replied.

"Mechanical exoskeletons? Do we have it? ”

"Moreover, the exoskeletons that are relatively cutting-edge are all military, and the operation scenarios do not match."

A confident smile appeared on Chen Nian's face, he shook his head slightly, and then said:

"I knew there was an exoskeleton that would work just right here."

After returning to his office, Chen Nian immediately called Chen Guo and explained his intentions to him.

After hearing Chen Nian's arrangement, Chen Guo said approvingly:

"The question you raised is actually very representative, now we have too many large-scale infrastructure projects, and the project manpower consumption is increasing."

"In the first two years, we were still talking about the difficulty of migrant workers in finding jobs, but in the past two years, this problem has almost disappeared."

"If we continue to develop, soon our problem will no longer be too much labor, but not enough labor."

"Therefore, improving efficiency through tools is an inevitable step-—— exoskeleton is a good direction."

"However, if you want to put on an exoskeleton, you must consider the cost, the exoskeleton that you said Wang Jiancheng is working on, is the cost high?"

"That's definitely high."

Chen Nian replied honestly, but then he changed his words again and said:

"But we don't need a full exoskeleton."

"For the current operating environment, in fact, we need nothing more than a few standards."

"First, it can provide assistance and support when carrying heavy objects."

"Second, it provides the postural support you need to stay in the same position for long periods of time."

"Third, relative flexibility."

"These three, Wang Jiancheng's exoskeleton can be done, and after removing unnecessary functions, energy consumption will also be greatly reduced, and the current lithium battery can be used for a long time."

"-—— this long time, as long as it can meet the standard of three hours."

"It's convenient to change the battery directly during breaks."

"Then no problem!"

Chen Guo immediately made a decision:

"Then I'll contact Wang Jiancheng and ask him to optimize the exoskeleton."

"You've been involved in their projects before, how long do you think it will take him to get his first finished product? I've got to give him a mission. ”

Chen Nian pondered for a moment and replied:

"Give him three days."

"It's hard to go from simple to complex, but it's easy to go from complex to simple."

"One day of transformation, two days of commissioning, is enough."

"So little?"

Chen Guo asked in surprise.

Chen Nian smiled slightly and replied:

"Believe me, if he knew that the aircraft carrier project needed his invention, he would probably want to go without sleep 24 hours a day."

"Leave it to him, he can handle it."

Just 20 minutes later, Wang Jiancheng received a call from the 611 Institute, inviting him to the designated office for a detailed discussion.

At first, Wang Jiancheng thought that the main purpose of this exchange was the optimization of Yujing 02, but when the representative on the other side spoke, he was directly stunned.

Because, the other party is actually talking about the topic of mechanical exoskeletons.

In addition, the other party also knows that he is working on the project at hand-—— and even knows the progress and initial results of the project.

And the other party did not hide their purpose, and straightforwardly gave Wang Jiancheng a cooperation intention.

Their goal is to complete the production of the first batch of 60 exoskeletons within a month, and the second batch of 600 exoskeletons within the next three months for a very large equipment project.

Hearing this, Wang Jiancheng already had some preliminary judgments in his heart.

What kind of projects require large-scale use of mechanical exoskeletons?

It is nothing more than some engineering projects with narrow working surface but high labor intensity.

Combined with the current situation, it is the military personnel who come to talk to themselves, although they are part of the Air Force, but in fact, the manufacture of large aircraft has a low demand for exoskeletons.

Then the answer is obvious.

It must be a large ship project.

What are the projects in China that can afford to spend so much money and use so many exoskeletons?

——

There is only one, definitely an aircraft carrier project!

Wang Jiancheng instantly became excited, and he subconsciously asked:

"Are you going to build an aircraft carrier?"

The representative on the opposite side paused and replied:

"I can't disclose the specific details of the project yet, but if you enter the core team of the project later, you will know."

"Now I need you to give us an answer, can we cooperate?"

"Yes, yes! That's great! ”

Wang Jiancheng replied immediately.

He felt that he didn't have time to ask Chen Nian and Qiao Mai for their opinions-—— they would definitely not refuse anyway.

"Okay, let's talk about the needs."

"We need you to complete the transformation of the mechanical exoskeleton you have at hand in the shortest possible time, and its functionality does not need to be too complicated, as long as it meets the basic needs of the job."

The representative said the needs summarized by Chen Nian one by one, and as he listened, Wang Jiancheng's brows furrowed.

It's not because it's too difficult, but because it's too easy, right?

Several times he tried to speak, but eventually swallowed it.

It wasn't until the representative finished speaking that he asked:

"So what you actually want, it's a Maza with an electric power booster??"

"If you have to understand it that way, you can't do it."

Wang Jiancheng let out a long sigh.

Then he spoke:

"Okay. I understand. ”

"Then this project is very simple, remove unnecessary parts, strengthen the structure, and replace it with a high-torque motor."

"I don't need three days, one day, I can get samples and drawings out."

"When the time comes, you can take it directly to the factory, just this thing, I guess you can save it by going to Yongkang to find a random street."

"Is it that easy?"

The representative asked in surprise.

"What's so hard about that? The function is so simple, the hardware is not difficult at all, the difficult thing is the software tuning. ”

"I've already written the program, and I can use it directly if I take it away, I thought I could make a Gundam, but I didn't expect to make Maza in the end."

Hearing his words, the representative laughed dumbly.

"If you can build a matza now, you can build a wheelchair later."

"The product should follow the demand, take your time, one day, you can build a Gundam."

(End of chapter)