Chapter 78 Moon landing plan adjustment

Author: Ming Jian

Chapter 78 Moon landing plan adjustment

On the afternoon of the 5th, I successfully arrived at Wentian City.

Li Xingyang and his group were warmly received by the Aerospace Industry Group. Not only were there a special car to pick it up, but they were also arranged to move into a high-end guesthouse.

The next morning.

Wentian Launch Field, ground command center, in a building with a very sci-fi appearance like an interstellar spacecraft.

In a conference room with high confidentiality level.

Li Xingyang and several major leaders, chief scientists, general managers and others from the Aerospace Industry Group sat face to face at a conference table and began formal negotiations.

"Xiao Li, our official level does not object to your company's "Space Energy Plan". The space environment is a bit crowded now, and the space land encirclement movement has begun. Although only two countries in the world have the ability to encircle land, we are indeed in the position of catching up with the back-range. Last year, Space-X company fired nearly 200 rockets. Our country combined, less than 100 rounds, and we must speed up. If your Xingyuan Group can really complete the "Two-Year Thousand Arrow Plan", it will undoubtedly make a point back and greatly boost the morale of the people! Of course, we support it. Although the universe and space are large, no inch is unnecessary. If we don't take over the opponent, we will occupy it. So don't do anything that will stop our own people from being cheaper. We should not be a sinner who is scolded for the eternal sinners."

Leader Zhao Changhong said that his words were quite high-level, with a great structure, profound intentions and high correctness, which further reflected a tolerant and broad mind, which made people feel good and deeply admired.

"Thank you for your support, thank you for your leaders..."

Li Xingyang showed joy on his face and expressed his gratitude repeatedly. He felt relieved. One of the two hanging stones had already landed on the ground. He didn't expect it to be supported so easily. He thought he needed to exert some benefits in exchange.

Then there is only the issue of the launch of energy relay satellites.

Li Xingyang said: "Dear experts and leaders, our group's Space Energy Plan will probably have a launch demand for ten energy relay satellites in the second half of 2027. One of these satellites weighs 50 tons and can be launched as a whole or can be divided into two modules (both weight is 25 tons). Domestic private aerospace companies currently do not have rockets with such a large capacity, only your group has it, so I want to hand over the launch order for this energy relay satellite to your group. As for the launch cost, whether it is 1 billion, 2 billion or 5 billion per, I can accept it to ensure that your group is profitable."

Hearing this.

See such a large commercial launch order.

The faces of leaders Zhao Changhong and others did not show joy, but were all silent for a moment and fell into thinking.

Li Xingyang had to continue asking: "Dear expert leaders, are there any problems? Can my launch order be followed? Or is it that your group will not accept commercial launch orders?"

"Of course, commercial orders can be taken. Who doesn't want to make money, just..."

Chief expert Long Yonghao explained: "2027 is the year when our manned moon landing and building a lunar base plan is implemented. At least ten 925 heavy rockets (50 tons load) will be launched, twenty Expedition-5C medium-heavy rockets (25 tons load) will be launched, and a total of nearly 1,000 tons of materials will be delivered to the surface of the moon. This is an unprecedented super space operation. Our main energy in recent years will be busy around these two plans. If you take your commercial order and help you to launch an energy relay satellite, our moon landing plan will likely be postponed. This is absolutely not only a major scientific exploration action, but also an important political mission. It can only be completed in advance and cannot be postponed!"

Compared with these important missions that will be recorded in history, a mere commercial order is not worth mentioning.

Li Xingyang was shocked.

A car crash.

My own Space Energy Plan actually had a small crash with the country's manned moon landing plan.

For the Aerospace Industry Group, there is no doubt that the moon landing mission is more important. It is impossible to put such an important mission aside in order to make a little money.

"Leader Zhao, expert Long, must we land on the moon by manned landing in 2027? I saw the news before, are you planning to land on the moon around 2030? Why are you going to advance now?" Li Xingyang asked.

"It's impossible not to go ahead. Lao Chou has issued a death order. He must do everything possible to return to the moon earlier than us. If we land in 2030, they must land in front of us in 2029 or 2028 to win this competition. If that's the case, then we will land in 2027 in advance to see if they have the ability to send people to the moon next year and give them a surprise!"

General Manager Yuan Wenbo said with a smile.

"But this is a bit too aggressive, right?"

Li Xingyang had to say: "Is your rocket technology safe and reliable enough? Is the production sufficient? And it seems that the 925 heavy rocket has not been launched yet. Once there is a problem, the entire plan must not be delayed? You have been working steadily before and are taking every step forward. Are you a little impetuous and aggressive now?"

"Xiao Li, under normal circumstances, we are indeed not aggressive, but we have to thank the superconducting materials provided by your company. Based on this material, we have developed an ion engine with a thrust-weight ratio of 20 and a magnitude of more than 10,000 seconds! We can use this engine to replace all the rocket engines of the above-stage. Not only does the payload increase greatly, the safety and reliability of the system have also been improved, and the carrying capacity of fuel and working fluid can be reduced by 95%. If you use the super photovoltaic panels provided by your company, as a power generation device, the energy supply will also be solved. At that time, as long as you launch a series of devices similar to a space plane, you can directly carry manned cargo and land on the moon. So it doesn't matter if the 925 rocket launch fails. The 25-ton class load of the Expedition-5C rocket is enough. We have double insurance and will definitely be foolproof."

Chief expert Long Yonghao smiled and said, "Xiao Li, our moon landing plan can be advanced, and we really have to thank you very much. Otherwise, we would not dare to be so aggressive. It is your company's superconducting materials and superphotovoltaics that gave us confidence, so we want to increase the purchase volume and hope to buy a batch of superphotovoltaic power plates to use it on our moon landing device."

Oh ~

Li Xingyang sighed in his heart.

He felt like he was shooting himself in the foot. Although he had no intention of promoting the implementation of the national moon landing plan in advance, he indirectly led to such a result. After all, there is never a shortage of smart people in the world. It is normal for the Aerospace Industry Group to successfully develop ion engines. This is not a difficult technology to reach heaven.

Thinking about it.

Facing the anticipated gaze of everyone opposite, Li Xingyang said: "Dear leaders and experts, our company can sell super photovoltaic panels to you, but I also have a cooperation condition, that is, ten energy relay satellites. I hope you can help complete the launch. In the second half of 2027, of course, it is okay to launch in advance, but it cannot be delayed. In addition, I also hope to reach cooperation with the Group in terms of space robotic arm technology, attitude control technology, aerospace-grade chips, etc., hoping to obtain some technical support. I wonder if I can agree?"

An uproar.

Everyone opposite was suddenly in an uproar.

Zhao Changhong said: "Xiao Li, I just said that the moon landing mission will be completed in 2027, and the launch window is limited. How can I use any energy relay satellites to launch? Can you postpone your plan to 2028? It's only one year, we can definitely help."

Chief expert Long Yonghao said: "Xiao Li, you have to distinguish the importance of the lunar landing mission is much more important than your commercial space project, so don't cause trouble for us."

General Manager Yuan Wenbo said: "Xiao Li, you are too young, and your ideological awareness needs to be improved. Is the country important or the individual important? I don't need to say more about which one is more important, commercial projects or national missions, there are also space robotic arms, attitude control, and aerospace-grade chips. These are not roadside cabbages, and you don't give them to you if you want them. Only when our mission is successfully completed can we have the spare time to support you. Don't put personal matters first."

Faced with these dissatisfactions and criticisms.

Li Xingyang nodded and modestly accepted these criticisms, saying that he would improve his awareness, but he still insisted on his own requirements.

He said: "Dear leaders and experts, I don't want to affect the country's moon landing plan. It's just that my energy relay satellite must be launched into the sky in 2027, otherwise my entire plan will be disrupted. You can help you think of solutions, such as letting the moon landing plan be implemented in 2026, or finding a way to fight ten more 925 rockets or twenty Expedition-5Cs in 2027. In short, just send my satellites up, and I can pay 5 billion yuan in each launch fee."

Hearing this.

Zhao Changhong and others frowned even more.

Not sensible.

This little Li is too ignorant.

For his own project, the country's moon landing mission was forced to make adjustments and make way for him. Is this possible? Is this reality? I have no dedication at all, and this ideological awareness is too poor.

Although annoyed, Zhao Changhong said calmly: "Xiao Li, it is impossible to advance the moon landing mission to 2026. It is too hasty and is not prepared in all aspects, so it is easy to make mistakes. We can find ways to increase the production of rockets, but there is only one launch station and a limited launch window. It is really impossible to add a launch mission."

"Isn't it okay to build another launch station next to it? I can pay the money!" Li Xingyang said quickly.

Long Yonghao immediately shook his head: "No! Once the rocket explodes on the launch pad, neither station will be used. You are making a fool of yourself!"

"Then find a farther place and build a new launch site. It doesn't matter if it's simple. As long as you can successfully launch the rocket."

"Xiao Li, you are too stubborn, why don't you give up? Your Xingyuan Group is just a private enterprise. What qualifications do you have to mobilize the national resources to help you do things? Can you put your position right? The country's resources are also limited. You have to consider all aspects of issues and will not follow your baton. Besides, you will not die after waiting for a year. If it really doesn't work, you can't develop a heavy rocket and send the satellite yourself? Don't you have money?"

At this time, another leader criticized him in a very stern tone.

"Okay, what you said makes sense. I really don't have the qualifications to direct you to do things. If you really can't do it, I can't force it. It's just... I guess you don't need it especially for the superconducting materials and superphotovoltaic panels of our company. It shouldn't be a big problem if you don't have these. So, can I also make some adjustments to sell these products to others or leave them for myself? Do I have no reason to cooperate with any of the needs of your group?"

Li Xingyang had a calm face, slowly stood up, and acted as if he was about to leave.

"Wait for Xiao Li, wait, don't be impulsive, let's talk about it again, let's talk about it carefully, don't get so easily..."

Chief expert Long Yonghao panicked and quickly called him to stop him. Long Yonghao is a technology expert and knows the importance of superconducting materials and super photovoltaic panels to the lunar landing mission. If these two are missing, it is estimated that the lunar landing mission will have to be postponed to 2030. It is very difficult to advance.

In other words, the implementation of the moon landing plan was actually stuck by this young man in his twenties. Once the superconducting materials and superphotovoltaic panels were cut off, they would have to catch them and fall into a huge passive situation.

"Xiao Li, I'm sorry, I'm a little bit serious. I have some problems with my attitude. I apologize to you. Don't leave. Sit down and have a good talk. There is room for negotiation."

The leader also changed his face and immediately changed his attitude and apologized actively. He suddenly realized that this young man actually mastered important core technologies. No wonder he was very stubborn from the beginning and dared to stick to his unreasonable requirements.

...

Three days.

This difficult negotiation lasted for three days and many conflicts and arguments broke out, which was very unpleasant.

In the end, Li Xingyang achieved his goal and asked the Aerospace Industry Group to agree to help launch energy relay satellites, each launch cost of 5 billion. It is uncertain what rocket to use to fight, but all launches will be completed in the second half of 2027.

In addition, the space robotic arms, attitude control technology, aerospace-grade chips, etc. of the Aerospace Industry Group can also be supported to Xingyuan Group without any authorization fees.

It can be said that through this difficult negotiation, Li Xingyang achieved all his goals and solved the biggest problem.

Of course, he also has some concessions and compromises, as well as the necessary cooperation.

For example, superconducting materials and superphotovoltaic panels are required to be supplied to the Aerospace Industry Group in an unlimited quantity, and are most preferred.

For example, he also took out the photolithography lenses that Nan Yibing has recently developed and successfully, and high-resolution lenses as a bargaining chip for cooperation. These can be used for breakthroughs in domestic high-end lithography machines and used to improve the resolution of domestic optical satellites.

As well as other technical cooperation, if the country needs it, it must actively provide help, not hide it or get bored.

etc.

In short, each person takes the needs, and both parties are quite satisfied.

The only price is that the moon landing plan has to be forced to make major adjustments. It may launch in advance in the future or delay it. Anyway, it has been greatly affected.

Naturally, after this negotiation, the impression and image of Li Xingyang, a young man, in the hearts of the expert leaders, was definitely not very good, and even a little bad, and he was deducted a lot of points, but there was no way. Li Xingyang didn't want to do this, but in order to promote the Space Energy Plan, he was willing to bear such a price. Even if he offended some people and was labeled as "selfish", "strong", and "no view of the overall situation", he could only do so.

(End of this chapter)
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