Wuhuan, Xianbei, oh no, it's Changchun and Liaoning.

Zhang took more than ten days to inspect the two places.

Overall, the development of both places is booming.

Whether it is Changchun (Xianbei), which is in charge of grain production and resource output, or Liaoning (Wuhuan), which is in charge of infrastructure, armor production, and workshop facilities.

The economy, security, and output of the two places are all within the expectations of Zhang Qi's planning.

The items that can be produced are also gradually strengthening the military strength under Zhang Qi's command.

When he left Ivory.

The construction of the new building and canned food production base in Wuhuan has already begun, and preparations are being made for the battle to be fought in the future.

With the sealing ring produced by rubber, the sealing of porcelain jars and glass jars has been guaranteed.

At that time, canned meat and fruits with high salt or sugar can keep the soldiers on the front line in a good fighting mentality.

Increase the ability to sustain operations.

In the world of riding and chopping, three research subjects were carried out under the auspices of Zhang Qi.

Research on gunpowder has already begun.

However, Zhang Qi set the regulations of safety first, so the progress of gunpowder research is not fast at present, and it is only a rough mixture of sulfur charcoal saltpeter powder.

It can be burned, but only black smoke is emitted, but there is no fire.

Zhang Qi did not invest much manpower in this, a team of about a dozen people, gunpowder is a double-edged sword, so he is not in a hurry at the moment.

In another subject, Zhang Qi invested more manpower.

A team of 800 people, plus all the material resources of the riding and slashing world, have to be supported.

The steam engine technology that was being studied.

Again, it takes a long time to see the results.

Zhang Qi is ready to see it in the outside world in two or three years.

Even if it can't be made in the end, it is desirable to leave enough experience for future generations to learn.

And the last item is not a lot of people, hundreds of people, responsible for the project is electricity.

Compared to steam technology.

Getting started with electricity is simple.

With Zhang Qi's superficial knowledge of high school physics, he also knows the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction.

And that's the basics of getting started with generators.

Don't look at the steam engine before the generator came out I don't know how many years, but to be honest, the generator is indeed simpler to manufacture than the steam engine, especially in the era when there was only basic metal technology.

If Liu Bolun hadn't brought back rubber tree species from South America, a single airtight would have been enough to stillborn the steam engine.

Whereas generators are different.

A magnet already has the prerequisites.

Of course, the magnet here is not a natural magnet, that thing is too weak, and the magnet here refers to an artificial magnet, also known as a strong magnet.

And making a strong magnet is even simpler.

Wrap the copper wire with tree lacquer, or wrap the copper wire directly with rubber around a piece of steel and use the spiral law of the right hand to find a high place in the mountain in advance.

Use wooden sticks or scaffolding to erect high, as long as it is reliable, no one needs to be on the spot, wait for a rain and thunder day, and lead the thunder to hit the iron that is erected on a high place.

This results in a strong magnet.

And it can be mass-produced at one time.

A rotating rotor, two magnets, spliced with wood, and the simplest generator is made.

The kinetic energy that drives the rotor can be water flow, wind power, in short, the generator is ready.

But then what?

This is where Zhang Qi encountered difficulties in this project.

Electricity is easy to get, but how to control the voltage?

How to store?

And what does electricity do?

Zhang Qi is now an excellent embodiment of holding a treasure in his hand and not being able to use it, but if he reads for a few more days, he will not be able to think of any other ideas except for the [Electric Chair] now.

So he simply didn't want to do it, and wrote down his experience and the idea that electricity might be used somewhere, and gave it to the scholars of the riding and slashing world.

Professional things are done by professionals.

He is only responsible for making requests.

Of course, this is also related to the premature birth of electricity, which is not enough to have electricity, but also needs basic manufacturing such as wires.

There is nothing wrong with researching copper wires for generators in the early stage, but once the electricity is to be used, there are too many basic industries needed.

And in this day and age, if these industries are established, they can only be responsible for one project, which is a bit too frustrating.

Take your time, again, it is feasible to accumulate experience for future generations.

On the boat, Zhang Qi was once again proud of his move to characterize the world of riding and slashing as a scientific research base.

It's so much better than fighting, killing, killing.

Liao River.

A ship a little bigger than a three-masted sailing ship sailed.

This is the latest production and improvement ship of Liaoning Dockyard this year, and the first one was sent to Zhang Qi to be used as a royal car.

The hull structure is still similar to that of a regular three-masted sailing ship, except that a new workmanship has been applied to the waterlines of the hull on both sides.

Armor plate.

The steel plate wrapped around the lower body of the hull and spread all the way to the top of the ramming angle.

This is Yang Disheng's experiment on the feasibility of steel ships, and it is also the first type of ship born in the steel ship series, there are only two at present, one for Zhang Qi, and the other for the navy.

For such a large consumption of steel, Zhang Qi did not stop it, but raised his hands and feet in approval.

What a coincidence.

The world of riding and chopping began the research of steam engines, and Yang Disheng of the outside world also began the research of steel ships.

What is it called?

It's called going both ways.

Zhang Qi's mind thought of steam-powered ships when he saw this ship.

It's a real, good thing to get rid of wind constraints.

It allows ships to sail farther on the sea, without relying on the protection of the coast.

This is a good thing, Zhang Qi has no reason to stop it.

In addition, there is an urgent need for a vehicle that can move long distances on land.

The land in the northeast is too big, and at present, Zhang Qi can only use a fraction of it, and although it is already under his control, it is impossible for people to get by.

And the best way to improve the need for steel is to use it.

All technical improvements come from needs.

When there is a need, it will lead to brainstorming.

Steam power.

Train.

Railway.

Network.

With the undulation of the hull, Zhang Qi sat in a window and looked at the river.

There are already fireworks along the way.

Where those who make their living by river transport live.

Among these people were Han Chinese, Buyeo, Sushen, and Huns, as well as a large number of hermits.

The exit of a hermit often leads more and more hermits out of the mountain, and over time, there are villages on both sides of the Liao River.

Of course, after they showed their traces, Liaodong and Liaoning had already sent officials to register them, and now they are the people under Zhang Qizhi, and the village system is also completely established in accordance with the village system of Changchun and Liaoning, and similarly, Liaoning has also sent village management and public security militia.

(End of chapter)