The aircraft carrier is a huge system project, and the complexity of this project has now been revealed to everyone.

This is not only a warship, navigation engineering, but also carrier-based aircraft, aviation engineering, various advanced subsystems, radars, command systems, etc., and even a small car on it, a

Blocking cables all cost huge amounts of money to develop.

Such a system would cost a huge amount of money. The navy cannot have the final say, nor can Mr. Liu alone have the final say. This kind of project must be approved by superiors.

So, now comes the problem.

Not everyone supports the navy building aircraft carriers. After all, our foundation is too weak. We want to develop the economy. Under such circumstances, is it appropriate for us to invest massive amounts of funds in national defense?

There are many opposing voices.

At this time, although everyone was talking enthusiastically, there were still many questions.

This proposal is like a bucket of cold water poured on everyone's head.

Everyone's eyes were full of worry, except Qin Tao.

Mr. Liu noticed the determination in Qin Tao's eyes and asked Qin Tao curiously: "Comrade Qin Tao, what do you think? I heard that you are a staunch aircraft carrier fan and have been working hard to promote the aircraft carrier project over the years.

Aren’t you worried that the country doesn’t have enough financial support?”

"Modern war has long told us that without air superiority, there is nothing. The 1991 war also told us that without electromagnetic power, there is nothing. Therefore, if we want to protect the interests of the motherland from being affected, then we must establish a strong

To build a navy, we must have advanced weapons and equipment, and we must have air superiority at sea, so aircraft carriers are an inevitable choice.”

Qin Tao talked eloquently: "In the eyes of many people, aircraft carriers are offensive weapons, and our national defense policy is defensive in nature. Therefore, it is concluded that we do not need aircraft carriers. This statement is

Totally wrong. Our motherland has a long coastline to guard and ocean routes to guard. If we don’t have a strong navy, how can we defend our motherland and protect our economic development? National defense construction and economic development, this

They are complementary to each other. Without a strong national defense, no matter how strong the economy is, it is still a castle in the air and may be destroyed at any time."

Qin Tao's words reached everyone's hearts, and everyone nodded frequently.

If we want to develop the economy, the military must be patient, but the military cannot endure indefinitely. When the economy develops, the military will inevitably usher in a moment of vigorous development.

"Let me give another specific example. Two years ago, our Star was interfered with for no reason at sea. Isn't it because we don't have a strong navy? If our warships were nearby, how could the other party succeed? Last year, our

A nuclear submarine was tracked by the opponent's sonar, isn't it because our navy is not strong enough? If our aircraft carrier is nearby, how dare they play tricks under our noses?"

"So, I think we need aircraft carriers. In order to better defend our motherland, we must develop our maritime power, transform from near-shore defense to open ocean, and transform from a green-water navy to a blue-water navy.

.This is also the road to realize our great national rejuvenation. Hundreds of years ago, Zheng He sailed to the West and owned the most powerful fleet in the world. Now, we must gradually embark on this road."

"Furthermore, the aircraft carrier project will also promote the development of many domestic industries, just like when the Americans launched the Apollo moon landing. Although it seemed to be a waste of money, it promoted the development of many related industries, and the dividends have been reaped to this day. We have developed

After the aircraft carrier and various supporting technologies are developed, they will bring huge economic benefits to society."

"Well said!" Mr. Liu nodded with satisfaction: "The road is bumpy, but the future is bright. Let's concentrate our efforts now and come up with a few projects. For others, we can slowly wait for opportunities to make breakthroughs!"

Why not just start building an aircraft carrier, but start with the purchase of the Varyag? What I just mentioned is also an important factor.

Among the superior leaders, there are still some people who do not recognize the aircraft carrier and feel that the navy does not need the aircraft carrier. If construction starts

Then a large amount of money would need to be allocated at once, and the entire project might not be approved.

Now, it's a matter of boiling the frog in warm water and investing money little by little. Slowly, the strength of the aircraft carrier is developed.

Once everything is in place and then we can start building a brand new aircraft carrier, everything will fall into place.

"We can also start building momentum. The program that Zhang Zhong said can talk about aircraft carriers in a few episodes recently to cultivate the people's aircraft carrier plot. Of course, we have to wait until the ship comes back."

Everyone nodded. Mr. Liu also agreed with this program. Zhang Zhong played a big role in popularizing the military to ordinary people and making everyone care about military development.

"Leaders, it's already very late today, do we need to continue talking?" Qin Tao looked at the clock hanging on the wall and asked the person in front of him.

"Of course, let's keep talking!" Mr. Liu waved his hand: "Let's have a night talk by candlelight!"

"Okay, let's move on to the long term. The AWACS is also in our plans, and then it will involve the issue of taking off the AWACS. Even if it can take off with a ski jump, there are still many problems. So, we

Future aircraft carriers will definitely need catapults. In this regard, I think maybe we can develop electromagnetic catapults in one step."

"How is it possible that you want to run without learning to walk? Moreover, even the United States does not have electromagnetic catapults. If we build such a thing, it is simply a castle in the air!"

Someone immediately expressed opposition.

"That's right, steam catapults are already very difficult for us. Electromagnetic catapults? That's the bluff in Star Wars, right? It will probably take a hundred years to break through. I think we should just stick to steam catapults.

Catapult technology."

This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Qin Tao smiled, he could understand the objections of the big guys. After all, talking about this now is indeed a bit ahead of its time.

"We have lagged behind the world's advanced level for many years. If we want to quickly catch up or even surpass it, we have to consider it from a technical perspective. Take the ongoing Aegis project of our Navy as an example. Isn't it just a matter of skipping the Aegis project used abroad?

Passive phased array radar, directly transition to active phased array radar system?" Qin Tao explained to everyone: "In this way, after our system is developed, it will be better than the Aegis system. The same is naturally true for catapults.

Steam catapults have too many shortcomings. Compared with electromagnetic catapults, they are products of two eras. Of course, if you have doubts, for the sake of safety, we can also develop two catapult technologies at the same time and then conduct comparison and verification.

, this will probably take many years. If we can’t keep up with the progress of building our own aircraft carrier, then at worst we can build a ski-jump aircraft carrier first.”

It is impossible to convince everyone with just a few words from Qin Tao. Everyone is reasonable. We need to draw a suitable conclusion based on facts and supported by various data.

"Wouldn't this consume a lot of funds?"

Qin Tao shook his head: "If we only do theoretical research, it won't cost much."

Qin Tao believed in Ma Gong and would strongly support him. After all, electromagnetic ejection had far greater advantages than steam ejection.

In the future, electromagnetic catapults are necessary if drones and the like are to be mounted on ships. With this, the Navy's amphibious landing ships can also have catapults and just bury a track. There will be no problem of steam freezing in cold areas.

, and there will be no frequent maintenance, etc.

When the meeting lasted until late at night, it finally broke up.

When he left the conference room, the stars were shining brightly above his head. Qin Tao exhaled a long breath. A new era was slowly beginning!

There are some words that he has not said out loud, such as the attitude of superiors that everyone is concerned about. In another year, the superiors will have to make a complete decision about what will happen. The aircraft carrier must be built, and there is no way to sell iron.

Gotta do it!

"Taozi, do a good job!" Wu Shengli patted Qin Tao's shoulder, and then got in the car with Mr. Liu and others. He came here with Mr. Liu and others this time. He can't stay here any longer and has to accompany him.

Follow Mr. Liu and others back.

When Qin Tao returned home, it was already past four o'clock. He was too embarrassed to disturb the bedroom.

His wife and children lay directly on the sofa outside and fell asleep. When they woke up, they were already covered with a blanket.

Smelling the familiar smell on the blanket, Qin Tao smiled.

The sound of flushing came from the bathroom. Zhao Ling came out quietly. When she saw Qin Tao, she said with some surprise: "Are you awake? Do you want to go to the bedroom and sleep for a while?"

"No need, there are still many things to be busy with." Qin Tao said, "Next, I have to go to the shipyard to have a look."

"Have a look at the shipyard? Are you going back to Mingzhou?" Zhao Ling's eyes were full of reluctance. She had just returned to Huating and was leaving again?

Qin Tao shook his head: "No, the shipyard here in Huating. The one that cooperates with Sanhang Heavy Industry."

"Then will you come back tonight?"

"Maybe I'll be back in the afternoon."

Zhao Ling was all smiles.

Mingzhou Shipyard can no longer complete the huge production order. After the Oriental Sea Dacheng is towed back, it will need to enter the 400,000-ton shipyard for repairs. Therefore, for a long time, the shipyard will not be able to continue to produce other ships.

.

Mingzhou Shipyard needs new production space.

Although they can spread the pie and continue to build the slipway next to it, after reaching an agreement with Sanhang Heavy Industry, their production problems will be greatly alleviated.

According to the plan discussed by both parties, a joint venture shipyard was started to be built in Huating's hld, next to the aircraft carrier park. Moreover, Mingzhou Group held the majority share and had absolute say.

Only in terms of ship production, we accept the requirements of Sanhang Heavy Industry and need to produce some natural gas ships.

Qin Tao doesn't know how the construction is going there and whether it can start in the near future.

After breakfast, Xu Zhengyang drove and took Qin Tao to Chongming Island.

"The Shenzhou's journey back to China is very smooth. They have already passed Malacca and it is estimated that they will be able to arrive in Mingzhou in another three to five days." Xu Zhengyang introduced the progress to Qin Tao while driving.

Qin Tao nodded: "Our response fleet has passed by, right?"

"Well, once we get here, we can take the initiative. In addition to a high-powered tugboat, there are also two frigates patrolling nearby. If there is a situation, we can rush to reinforce it at any time."

Finally coming back!

With this expectation, Qin Tao's car drove into the shipyard construction site.

"Mr. Qin, I'm so happy to see you." Zhang Yang happily ran up to the door of the construction site.

Many old workers from the former Mingzhou Shipyard have been promoted, and some apprentices trained by Cong Ju have also been reused, and Zhang Yang is one of them.

As Cong Ju's apprentice, Zhang Yang is very outstanding. As early as a year ago, he was able to serve as the chief engineer of natural gas ship construction. He took the overall responsibility and shared a lot of work with Cong Ju. Therefore, here

After the shipyard started construction, Cong Ju recommended Zhang Yang to be the person in charge.

For Zhang Yang, he has risen too fast in the past few years, and now he has become the person in charge of a shipyard. In the past, it was unthinkable.

"Well, how is the construction going here?" Qin Tao asked.

"According to your suggestion, we will first carry out the construction of slipways. After the construction is completed, three or four 100,000-ton ships can be started at the same time. The construction period of docks and other things will still be later, but for production, it will be almost a month later.
To be continued...