"Actually, I am not surprised that they will have such a big reaction, which just shows that our drilling device technology is far ahead, if they develop the so-called space-based weapon, I am afraid that things will develop in another direction entirely."

Xu Yun saw Zhou Mingwei coming over, took the initiative to hand over a cup of brewed tea, and answered with a smile on the corner of his mouth.

It seems that he didn't take these trivial things to heart.

Zhou Mingwei also breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this, he was indeed worried that this would affect Xu Yun, so that it would lead to a delay in the progress of the lunar base project.

After reaching out and taking the teacup and sitting down happily, he said again: "Just let them toss, if there is any problem, the above will take full responsibility anyway." When the words fell, he put the tea to his mouth and tasted it.

And he was not wrong at all in what he said, no matter whether Xu Yun has developed a drilling device comparable to a space-based weapon, he will be best protected by his status as an academician of the two academies.

No matter how far the situation in the outside world develops, there is no need for him to deal with anything.

For him, doing his best to complete the project at hand is the greatest contribution.

Hearing Zhou Mingwei's words, Xu Yun also understood what the other party was worried about, so he deliberately mentioned it again.

"Now that we have completed the preliminary treatment of the lava pipe hole, the pipe hole is being cleaned by four Yutu-3 lunar rovers, and the whole cleaning process is expected to take half a year according to the data calculated from the deep sea."

"During this period, it is desirable that we complete the manufacture of the core module of the lunar base as well as important components."

"In this way, the progress of the construction of the base can be accelerated to the greatest extent."

Zhou Mingwei's heart suddenly moved when he heard this, and then his expression became serious as if he had thought of something.

After a pause of about two or three seconds, he nodded and sighed: "I will lead the project members to complete these on time." ”

Intuitively, the best way to speed up the cleaning of lava tube caverns is undoubtedly to increase the number of lunar rovers.

The more Yutu-3 lunar rovers involved in the clean-up work, the sooner the work can be completed.

Just right after the next phase.

Originally, they also planned to launch another Long March 10 manned launch vehicle next month, and still carry three Yutu-3 lunar rovers to the moon.

But now the launch mission for next month can only be canceled.

As a new generation of manned launch vehicle, the Long March 10 can be said to have just completed its research and development and started its test flight, and then logically entered service to participate in the mission.

Although it can meet the requirements in terms of technology, it is a little difficult to pull the crotch in terms of logistics.

To put it simply, the rocket is a bit insufficient.

After all, with the establishment of the lava tube cave lunar base plan, the aerospace science and technology group is already overloaded.

It is responsible for the modification of the manned spacecraft and the development of the core module and its components of the lunar base, which will affect the production of some Long March 10 manned launch vehicles.

In addition, the launch frequency of the Chang 10 is relatively fast, and this time two rockets were launched in a row.

This is normal.

Therefore, in order to ensure the smooth delivery of the core module of the lunar base to the moon, it is not suitable to launch a long-10 manned carrier rocket until the lava tube cavern is cleared. Otherwise, even if you save time now, it makes no difference if you have to continue to wait later.

Of course, they did not consider using other types of rockets for transportation, but doing so would undoubtedly increase the risk.

If something goes wrong in the middle of the process, it will not only cause a lot of damage, but also may damage everyone's confidence, and after careful consideration, it is finally decided to dismiss this idea.

Anyway, as long as the core module of the lunar base is completed on time, it is worth waiting for only half a year.

Xu Yun naturally trusted Zhou Mingwei's words very much, and since he said it now, he would definitely do his best to complete it.

You must know that the other party wants to see the success of the moon base more than he does.

After talking about these things about the lunar base project, the messy thoughts just now were suddenly cleared from their minds, and the two of them sat here drinking tea for the rest of the day.

Fortunately, Zhang Feng was busy arranging tasks at this time and was not there, otherwise he would definitely have to complain when he saw this scene.

How can he do it if he doesn't shout when he drinks tea.

Soon, as the minutes and seconds passed, just when the two of them were about to work, the office door was suddenly knocked with a slightly rapid frequency.

Although he didn't know who was in a hurry at this time, Zhou Mingwei still put down the teacup and replied in a deep voice.

"Please come in."

Both of them know Zhang Feng's character, especially after getting acquainted with each other thoroughly, there is a high probability that they are too lazy to knock on the door when they want to enter the office.

Not to mention in such a hurry as it is now.

So it is certain that the person from outside is not Zhang Feng.

And they were right.

As Zhou Mingwei's voice came out, he suddenly saw a figure pushing the door and walking in in a hurry.

Zhou Mingwei and Xu Yun were also quite surprised when they came, and after coming back to their senses, they hurriedly stood up to greet them.

And take the initiative to inquire about the situation.

"Director Bai, why did you suddenly come over today?"

That's right.

It was Bai Ruisong, director of the Aerospace Office, who came in.

Unlike Zhou Mingwei and Zhang Feng, who are the chief designers, Bai Ruisong is not from a technical background, so he will not be responsible for the specific research and development of the project.

Therefore, it is really surprising to see the other party take the initiative to come over and maintain an eager appearance.

However, at this moment, Bai Ruisong seemed to have not noticed Zhou Mingwei, and directly locked his eyes on Xu Yun.

A little anxious, he said, "I finally found you, Xu Yuan, come with me." ”

When the words fell, without waiting for Xu Yun to answer, he stepped forward and made a gesture to pull Xu Yun out of the office.

Although Xu Yun knew that the other party would not be unfavorable to him, he felt that it was better to clarify the situation first, so that no matter what happened, he had better prepare in advance.

The thought stayed here, and he didn't follow Bai Ruisong's steps.

Instead, I asked in the back.

"What's going on, Director Bai, where are we going?"

At this time, Zhou Mingwei also reacted, and helped to speak: "Director Bai, you should talk about something first, and then Xu Yuan will go with me to check the research progress of the core module of the lunar base." ”

Hearing the words of the two academicians, Bai Ruisong also reflected that his performance was indeed a little anxious.

After stopping for a while, he explained with an embarrassed expression:

"Someone from the military is here, and I want to have a brief talk with Xu Yuan."

"Is it because of the success of our drilling device experiment?" Hearing this, Zhou Mingwei's heart immediately moved.

Subconsciously blurted out a question, wanting to confirm his guess.

After all, if you can let someone come over there, and come here on purpose, it can only be the lunar drilling device that is being discussed all over the world.

"Don't think about it, they just want to ask Xu Yuan a few questions." Bai Ruisong was worried that the two of them wanted to do so, so he hurriedly explained.

Figuring out the true situation of the matter, Xu Yun was still relaxed and didn't feel anything.

First of all, he has never publicly claimed that the lunar drilling device is a so-called space-based weapon, although it does have the ability to accurately strike on the ground, and now the outside world is rife that he has been researching space-based weapons, all of which some people themselves believe.

I'm afraid that even the above doesn't know the real situation.

Regardless of the way you choose to respond in this situation, it is best to understand the situation first.

After thinking about this, he didn't delay anything.

"Then I'll go over with Director Bai first, as for the core cabin, I can only go to Zhou Yuanling first." After saying this to Zhou Mingwei, he walked towards the outside of the office.

Seeing this, Bai Ruisong naturally hurriedly followed.

Zhou Mingwei definitely didn't say anything in the face of Xu Yun's decision, and finally just responded to Xu Yun's back.

"Just leave it to me over there."

……

Xu Yun and Bai Ruisong left Zhou Mingwei's office, and soon came to a reception room, when the door was pushed open and the situation inside came into view, Xu Yun immediately noticed a man sitting straight on the sofa.

He had a relatively ordinary appearance but a pair of resolute and sharp eyes, and although he looked definitely less than fifty years old, the medal on his special clothes was extremely dazzling.

This alone proves that the identity of the other party is definitely not ordinary.

And after the other party saw someone coming in, he also quickly stood up and took the initiative to meet him.

There is not the slightest shelf.

expressed his respect to Xu Yun.

At this time, Bai Ruisong also hurriedly introduced each other, and he always had a smile on his face when he spoke.

"Academician Xu, this is Lei Ming from the military region, who is responsible for the lunar drilling device incident."

"You can just talk about anything."

After listening to Bai Ruisong's introduction, Xu Yun stretched out his hand and took the initiative to say hello: "Hello, Chief Lei." ”

Lei Ming obviously had a detailed understanding of Xu Yun's situation, and at this time he shook hands very solemnly and responded: "Hello Academician Xu." ”

Xu Yun's research and development of shaped fluorocarbon polymer materials, as well as door frame robot armor, have made the military force show a significant growth trend.

Among them, the official version of artificial intelligence developed in the deep sea, has made the entire armament force closely connected.

The effect it can achieve is incomparable to that of any force.

If you do fight, it will definitely become a nightmare for the enemy with the auxiliary connection of the deep sea.

Therefore, this alone also requires absolute respect for Xu Yun.

Not to mention that Xu Yun is an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Sciences who needs to be protected.

In addition, when Lei Ming learned that he was sent to carry out this task, he was also very excited and excited, and it can be said that he brought people here to see Xu Yun without even eating.

For the space-based weapons that are rumored in the outside world, it must be hoped that Xu Yun has really developed them.

After all, when others say you have something, it's better to actually have it.

He had watched the process of the bombardment of the lunar surface by the drilling device, although the power was indeed amazing and reached the category of space-based weapons, but Xu Yun, as the developer of the developer, did not publicly say anything.

And it is also true that there is no filing on the project of space-based weapons.

This made him more worried, fearing that although this device could be used to punch holes in the lava pipe caverns of the moon, it could not be used for space-based weapons to carry out precision strikes against ground targets.

If that were the case, they would need to come up with a new response.

However, what is the real situation of the matter, you still need to ask Xu Yun in person.

The thought stayed here, and he suddenly didn't want to sell Guan Zi anymore, so he immediately set his eyes on Bai Ruisong next to him.

In the next second, he said politely: "Director Bai, I may have something to talk to Academician Xu next, I'm afraid you need to go out first." ”

Space-based weapons are also known as God's scepters among overseas forces, and it can be said that all parties have been studying them for many years.

Deploy in low-earth orbit as best you can.

This is because space-based weapons can theoretically not only accurately carry out ultra-long-range strikes against important targets on the ground, but also easily destroy satellites and even space stations and other space equipment in low-earth orbit.

It is even possible to carry out the destruction of alien bases in the future.

The importance of this can be imagined.

It can be called the most powerful shield of the country.

Therefore, in dealing with this matter, we must pay special attention to prudence.

As the director of the aerospace office, Bai Ruisong is naturally very clear about this matter, so he will definitely not have any objections to Lei Ming's words, on the contrary, he doesn't want to know too much about things other than aerospace.

"No problem, Sir Lei, then you can talk slowly." Still smiling in response to this, he took the initiative to turn around and leave and deliberately closed the door.

Lei Ming stared at Bai Ruisong until his figure disappeared completely, and then he refocused his attention on Xu Yun, and at the same time, a smile appeared on his face, and his eyes were a little softer.

"Academician Xu, please take a seat."

Facing the elders who were much older than him to be so polite, Xu Yun didn't hold back anything.

After all, he was used to this kind of thing for a long time, and he couldn't get used to it anymore.

Nodding at the other party, he walked to the sofa next to him and sat down, waiting for Lei Ming's question.

Even though there were only the two of them in the room at the moment, Lei Ming still maintained a straight sitting position, and his back did not lean against the back of the sofa.

Immediately after that, Lei Ming went straight to the point and showed his intention.

"Academician Xu, you should have seen all the discussions about the lunar drilling device you designed, right?"

"I have had some understanding, and the commotion is really big." Xu Yun nodded and told the truth.

"It can plunge the whole world into a panic, and even the Security Council has issued a document demanding that we immediately stop the development of such a device, which not many scientists in the world can do." Lei Ming listened to Xu Yun's answer in his ears, and replied with a smile and a half-joking.

It can be seen that he has a very good impression of Xu Yun, and he does not show his usual momentum at all.

After a few brief exchanges, Xu Yun's favorability towards the chief in front of him also rose, and the whole person let go a lot.

"I can only say that these people are too bold, I just designed an ordinary punching device, and only a little more powerful makes them worry about this."

Xu Yun replied with a slight complaint, and he was a little speechless when he mentioned this.

However, when I heard the thunder, the meaning was different.

I wonder if the drilling device you designed is not very close to the word ordinary.

As for the power, it's not a little too big.

Of course, he just thought about it in his heart, and he would definitely not have low emotional intelligence enough to take the initiative to say it.

What's more, this is also what he is most worried about, that is, to determine whether the drilling device designed by Xu Yun is a space-based weapon as the outside world says.

"Academician Xu."

"I'm here this time mainly to imagine that you can confirm one thing, can the lunar drilling device you designed be deployed as a space-based weapon?"

"This result is important to us."

After finally speaking this question, Lei Ming couldn't help but get nervous, and his eyes were fixed on Xu Yun for fear of hearing a worried answer.

In fact, when Bai Ruisong talked about thunder, Xu Yun basically guessed the other party's intention.

Who made space-based weapons too important.

First of all, it needs to be made clear that he himself does not mind using the drilling device for space-based weapons, on the contrary, this can better ensure the peaceful development of human civilization.

So he didn't hesitate to say the answer that Lei Ming wanted to hear the most.

"From the beginning to the end, for the design and development of the drilling device, we are all for the purpose of building the first lunar base of human civilization, and we have no idea of thinking about the research in the direction of space-based weapons in the past."

At this point, Xu Yun deliberately paused, and after seeing Lei Ming's expression and began to feel a little regretful, he directly turned the conversation around.

"But ......"

"Whether it is the power or accuracy of the lunar drilling device, I think it is not inferior to the so-called space-based weapons."

"Although it has not been tested on the ground yet, it can definitely be much more powerful than the moon."

"With each low-Earth orbit spacecraft carrying three devices, the destructive power that can be achieved as long as multiple orbits are deployed will be unimaginable."

After Lei Ming listened to all of Xu Yun's words, Rao is usually calm, no matter how calm he usually was, he couldn't control his emotions now.

The whole person was unprecedentedly excited and excited.

He knew exactly what that meant.

If multiple spacecraft equipped with such drilling devices can be deployed in low-earth orbit in the future, then it will be equivalent to having the right to speak, even if the deterrent effect of nuclear weapons will be virtually reduced.

It can be said that this is the best news he has heard in a long time.

"Academician Xu, is what you said true?"

"Of course."

"I'm vouching as a researcher." Xu Yun smiled and replied in the affirmative again.

And this also made Lei Ming unable to sit still at all, and suddenly stood up from the sofa, his face full of joy.

"It's great, we have a space-based weapon, which is equivalent to having a powerful shield."

"That's great news for us."

Xu Yun saw Lei Ming's performance in his eyes and asked casually: "Could it be that the above has decided to deploy the drilling device I designed?" ”

"Everyone else has sworn that we have space-based weapons, so we can't let them down." Lei Ming didn't hide anything when he heard this, and directly dropped such a sentence quite playfully.

The idea is quite similar to Xu Yun.

As soon as the words fell, he seemed to think of something, and added again: "Of course, you don't have to pay attention to these things in the outside world, Academician Xu, just leave them to us to deal with." ”

"No one else can influence our decisions right now."

With this sentence, Xu Yun was also completely relieved, at least he could focus all his energy on the manufacture of the core module of the lunar base.

(End of chapter)