The biggest problem with this huge warship is the power system. Because there is no reliable power system, this warship has been idle for a long time.

There are also different opinions about its nuclear power system. The most representative one is that this cruiser uses a nuclear submarine reactor, which is seriously insufficient in power, so it needs a fuel-fired boiler to supplement additional steam to allow it to reach a top speed of 32 knots.

, otherwise it would only have a speed of twenty knots.

This statement is somewhat similar to the poor Charles de Gaulle. In fact, it is completely false.

When this cruiser was first designed, it was just a nuclear-powered large-scale anti-submarine ship with a displacement of 8,000 tons. It was planned to be equipped with a BM4 nuclear submarine reactor with a thermal power of only 75 megawatts. However, later, the project was continuously revised and eventually changed to a displacement of 8,000 tons.

The original reactor of the 25,000-ton Type 1144 was simply not enough. Therefore, the relevant units specially designed a brand-new KH-3 nuclear reactor with a single thermal power of 300 megawatts, which has no connection with the previous nuclear reactors.

This nuclear reactor was not only installed on the Kirov-class with a displacement of 25,000 tons. When the Type 1143.7 nuclear-powered aircraft carrier was later built, a modification of this reactor was also used, called KH-3-43, with increased thermal power.

to 305 megawatts.

This is a large-scale nuclear reactor specially developed for surface ships. The 1144 type uses two nuclear reactors to drive two steam turbines. At full power, it can output a surging power of 140,000 horsepower, which is 104 megawatts, which can make the Kirov-class cruiser

It can reach a high speed of 32 knots.

(It’s really a mystery how much power it needs. Our 055 has four gas turbines, which also have 140,000 horsepower and a displacement of only 13,000 tons. How fast is it? Will it reach 38 knots like the 051? In short, we use eight

A ten-megawatt gas turbine can reach 30 knots.)

Therefore, the nuclear power of the Kirov-class cruiser is sufficient. However, Lao Maozi seems to know that his nuclear reactor is unreliable and may malfunction at any time, so he comes with a boiler, two KGB-2 oil-fired boilers.

, which can allow the cruiser to reach a cruising speed of 14 knots. However, this boiler is not usually started. After all, once the nuclear power system is installed with fuel, it is a waste not to use it.

This kind of boiler is just a backup. If the nuclear power system fails, the boiler will be burned to give the warship the power to continue moving forward. The two do not need to work together.

The power system of this cruiser is distributed in three compartments, one of which contains the nuclear reactor, one contains the boiler, and the other contains the steam turbine, which is clearly organized.

The cabin containing the nuclear reactor has been completely cut open, and the nuclear reactor inside has been removed. The Geiger counter on the side only flashes occasionally, indicating that the radioactivity here is not high. It seems that although the nuclear reactor is unreliable, safety is still guaranteed.

of.

"Is there a boiler here? I wonder if the boiler is also broken?" Qin Tao asked: "If the boiler is still good, the boiler can be used to drive the warship."

"Yes, we thought so at the beginning, but after checking the status of the boiler, we gave up." Nicholas shook his head helplessly: "Due to long-term use, the boiler has also broken down. At present,

We don’t have relevant boiler production units in China, so we can’t produce them as they are. Moreover, now that we have entered the era of gas turbines, it is a bit outdated for us to burn boilers. We should dismantle them.”

The nuclear reactor was dismantled, but the boiler and steam turbine remained in place. After all, there was no radiation in these. If they dismantled them themselves, they would have to spend money, so they might as well leave them all to the East.

"Okay, if all these cabins are dismantled, there will be no problem in installing the gas turbine and backup diesel engine. We will come up with a modification plan as soon as possible to complete the power modification of this warship."

"How fast?" Nicholas asked.

"It takes one month to come up with a plan and half a year to improve it."

In fact, it can be done in one month. However, a modification plan worth 100 million US dollars has increased by 10 million. How can it be completed in one month? In that case, the customer will feel that the money is not worth it.

!

It has to be done slowly for half a year.

"During the time when the plan is drawn up, we will be able to carry out exterior rust removal and painting operations on this warship. Don't worry, we are the most professional here and will never waste time or be passive in work. After all, we are here

There are other tasks to be done on the floating dock. If there is still time, we can also conduct flaw inspection on the warship to see the condition of its hull and whether it needs repair."

Needless to say, renting a floating dock alone is not cheap.

Nicholas nodded: "Okay, then we will leave the technical staff to work with you."

"Of course." Qin Tao nodded. There are many secrets on this warship. Of course, Lao Maozi will not just leave it here without worry. He will definitely send personnel to follow him to save the Easterners from having to see the warship inside and out.

.

Moreover, it is normal for shipowners to send representatives for supervision.

Is there no other way?

Of course not. The people Nikolai left behind would be fighting with other old men within a week. Isn’t it normal to drink a bottle of wine after get off work? If you drink too much, you won’t come to work the next day. , the warship was placed on the Mingzhou Group, and it was not meat on the Mingzhou Group’s chopping board.

When everyone came out, it was almost dark, and their stomachs were growling with hunger. They went straight to the guest house restaurant, where a sumptuous dinner had been prepared.

"Today is of great significance to our navy. Our 22350 will be towed away to continue outfitting, and will later become the main force of our navy. Our Admiral Razaev will be improved here and given a new life.

." Nicholas raised his glass: "Here, I would like to toast Mr. Qin of Mingzhou Group. Without you, there would be no modernization of our navy."

This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Qin Tao raised his glass: "Nicola, in fact, I helped you make changes mainly because of our many years of friendship, and also because of our friendship between Dongfang and Damao.

I hope our relationship will get better and better in the future and our friendship will last forever!"

Everyone raised their glasses and drank it all in one gulp.

After three rounds of drinking, I talked a lot.

"Qin, in fact, if we leave all the modifications to you, we can get the modified warships faster. It's a pity..."

"Nicholas, I believe that your leader will be able to lead Da Mao to achieve economic development. As long as the economy improves, you will be able to build more warships, not to mention cruisers and aircraft carriers." Qin Tao comforted.

"Yes, we look forward to a better tomorrow." Nicholas raised his glass firmly: "Come, let's drink to our better tomorrow!"

Many of the big guys present were actually not in a good mood. After all, they were dragging old cruisers over for refitting, and on the same dock, a modern super aircraft carrier was being outfitted. Compared with the two, they certainly felt a little uncomfortable.

Feeling depressed and unhappy.

Under the same night, the 22350 frigate was towed on the road and returned to their own shipyard to start outfitting. This advanced shield ship was the hope for the future of their navy.

The next day, Nicholas and his party left the Mingzhou Shipyard and embarked on the return journey. Before leaving, they looked at the Shenzhou floating dock again. The scaffolding had been erected, and the boatmen began to do basic anti-rust treatment.

, amidst the harsh sound of hand grinding wheels, Nicholas and others seemed to see the new life of this warship, and they really hoped that day would come soon.

The rising sun slowly rises into the sky from the east, shining golden sunlight on the Mingzhou Shipyard and the land.

Shortly after Nicholas and others left, Qin Tao returned to the capital, Huanglou, and a naval equipment meeting kicked off again.

"This time we saw Lao Maozi's 25,000-ton cruiser. It was really shocking." A naval leader said: "Our navy currently only has 052C and 052D. This is not enough. Our navy also needs to build large warships."

, This can show our naval strength and better protect the safety of our aircraft carrier."

"Yes, with the continuous development of equipment technology, it is also necessary to increase the size of naval warships. Look at the U.S. Navy. In addition to the Burke-class destroyers, the aircraft carriers must also have Ticonderoga-class cruisers.

." Another leader said: "We also need to have a 10,000-ton large-scale drive, so that it can match our 80,000-ton aircraft carrier. Mr. Qin, you have mentioned this plan before. Now give us a detailed introduction?

"

Qin Tao sat below and looked at the leaders, feeling a little embarrassed: "Dear leaders, our navy's equipment has always been subject to bidding. Now that you are asking me directly like this, I feel a little embarrassed."

"Why are you so embarrassed?" the leader said: "The bidding is just a formality. Apart from your Mingzhou Group, who else has experience in the design and construction of large warships? If you don't build a 10,000-ton cruise ship for us,

Then who will make it?"

"That's right, I'm not asking you to come here to be modest, but to introduce your experience. Mr. Qin, you should have been developing a 10,000-ton drive for some time. Please report your design plan quickly. Don't worry, we won't leak it.

For other shipyards.”

"Even if it is leaked, they don't have the technical strength."

Everyone, your words and my words are all urging Qin Tao.

Wu Shengli smiled: "Taozi, don't be humble. Everyone is waiting. If you waste everyone's time again, then everyone will have to drink from you during dinner."

"Okay, let me explain it in detail from all aspects." Qin Tao said: "A warship like ours cannot be a simple enlarged version of the 052D. It must have technological innovation."

"That's right, of course it can't be a simple enlargement. Mr. Qin, please introduce it quickly."

"First of all, our warship must adopt the latest comprehensive ship-wide power and propulsion system. This method can comprehensively distribute power, has higher flexibility, and can also lay the foundation for future electromagnetic guns." Qin Tao said: "

As for the specific power combination, it can be four existing UGT-25000 gas turbines, or a combination of one UGT-40000 and two UGT-25000. We still need to further demonstrate this, and it can also depend on the needs of the navy.

"

If it were the 055 of the time and space before Qin Tao came, there is nothing to say. It must be four UGT25000s, but that is because ordinary transmission shafts are still used for propulsion. Two or even one is used for low speed, and four is used for high speed. This is convenient.

The vehicles are paralleled in the gearbox, but now there is the more powerful UGT-40000 and the integrated electric propulsion of the whole ship, so there are more options to choose from.

The Mingzhou Group did not make a choice, they pushed the choice to the Navy.

"Mr. Qin, which plan do you think is suitable?" The leaders of the navy were also smart people and kicked the ball back immediately.

"From the perspective of consistency, we think the former is beneficial, after all, the four gas turbines are the same, and from the perspective of reducing the complexity of the entire ship's power system, we think the latter is more appropriate."

Of course, Qin Tao would not answer the multiple-choice question directly, but kicked the ball back.

Four identical gas turbines are more convenient to maintain. After all, they are one model and easy to train. However, in terms of quantity, four units are not as simple as three units. The more equipment there is, the greater the chance of failure.

"Mr. Qin, can we just install two UGT-40000s?" a leader asked.

"It's not suitable. This way, there will be excess power when cruising, and the fuel consumption will be too high." Qin Tao said: "If we use the latter combination plan, it is enough to turn on one UGT25000 for low-speed cruising, and turn on another UGT25000 for high-speed cruising.

For navigation, or when you need to turn on high-power electrical equipment such as electromagnetic guns, start UGT-40000. Or the other two UGT-25000."

Everyone thought about various technical solutions and finally made a decision: "Mr. Qin, let's use four UGT-25000."

"Why?" Qin Tao was a little surprised. He thought he would choose a mix of two options.

"One gas turbine is enough for low-speed cruising. We use four gas turbines, which can be switched on alternately. This can greatly extend the life of the power system."

At present, the navy's warships use alternating diesel power. The diesel engine is turned on at low speeds and the gas turbine is used at high speeds. Therefore, the use opportunities of gas turbines are not large, and their service life is also very long. They can almost have the same lifespan as warships. As for diesel engines, originally

The reliability is very high and the lifespan is very long, so there is no need to worry about this.

But the transition to full-combustion power is different. Although the life of a single gas turbine has reached 60,000 hours, if one-third of the year is spent sailing at sea, it will be about 3,000 hours. These 60,000 hours
To be continued...