Chapter 945 One dares to think, the other dares to believe (Third update, please subscribe)
Facing Khrushchev’s question, Korolev pondered for a moment, hesitating whether he should answer the question.
The reason why he came to the Kremlin and asked to see Khrushchev was because of the ideal in his heart.
But in the face of the sudden request, all Kororelev could do was compromise. , that is, to meet the Kremlin's requirements first, and to put aside any ideals or other things later.
When Khrushchev asked this, does it mean that there is still a chance to make amends.
If he were facing a loving father of steel, Korolev would never hesitate like this. He would definitely tell the other person that he didn't need any help.
But now standing in front of him was Khrushchev. He's a negotiable guy.
Korolev, who finally made up his mind, said.
"In addition to communication satellites, I have an idea. If it can be realized, then we will not only be able to surpass the Americans, but also let the whole world see the power of the Soviet Union!"
< br>Although he is a scientist, Korolev knows Khrushchev’s character too well. For them, “surpassing the United States” is always a panacea. As long as it is taken out, they will be interested in anything. For them For example, "surpassing the United States" is the g-spot in their hearts, and everyone will be excited about it.
Of course, the idea proposed by Korolev is indeed unprecedented and has never been tried by humans.
"Beyond the Americans?"
Sure enough, just as Korolev expected, Khrushchev immediately became interested.
“Tell me, in what field do we want to surpass them?”
“Send humans into space!”
Korolev did not take out the information in the file package. He knew that the time was not mature enough to let the other party discover that this matter had been planned by him for a long time.
So Korolev said with emphasis.
“We can send people into space. This is a great achievement that has never been achieved in human history!”
“Send people into space!”
Khrushiao The husband was stunned for a moment, and then he looked at Korolev in silence, stood in front of him, looked at his face carefully, as if he wanted to embrace him with his own eyes, and then asked after a while ：
"You said you are sending people into space, and what about after that? Staying in space like satellites?"
The Soviet Union could find people to complete such a task, but Khrushchev did not want to be accused of being "A reckless man who has no regard for human life."
At that time, it will not shock the world, but it will make a fool of itself in front of the whole world.
"No, we can send him up and bring him back. This is different from the previous experiment. Now I have a preliminary idea, and we can definitely realize it! If it succeeds If it does, it will not only shock the whole world like we launched the artificial satellite, but also let the whole world see the power of the Soviet Union, and our astronauts will become heroes around the world!”
If it were anyone else, hearing Korolev say this, he would definitely say - Is this guy crazy and sending people into space?
Is it realistic?
Is it possible?
But in front of him was Khrushchev. This guy may be rude and barbaric, but he is also bold. Just weighing it in his heart, Khrushchev realized that sending people away Going to space will bring a sensation to the world, and this will also be helpful to the big thing he wants to do.
Of course, what is more important is that the sensational effect of sending humans into space will be unprecedented, even more than the shock that the artificial satellite they launched two years ago brought to the world.
At that time, everyone will remember his wisdom!
From a political perspective, it is absolutely in his interest to send humans into space.
Seeing that Khrushchev did not speak, Korolev said again.
“We only need to spend a small amount of money to achieve this wish. Not only can we send astronauts to space, but we can also bring him back.”
In fact, as early as two years ago, Years ago, shortly after they launched Sputnik 1, they launched the Sputnik 2 satellite with a puppy named Laika on board. Laika died a few hours after entering space, and died of heatstroke, mainly due to overheating in orbit and the pressure of outer space.
However, because of this, Korolev also obtained first-hand data, giving him a theoretical basis for designing a space capsule. This is also the fundamental reason why he dares to make such a promise.
"In that case, let's realize it! Comrade Korolev, send our people into space, and then shock the whole world!"
When Khrushchev finished his words, Korolev Liao Fu's face was full of surprise.
As for Marshal Gorshkov of the Red Navy, he was completely dumbfounded - what are these two guys talking about?
Sending people into space? Are they crazy?
However, as Marshal of the Red Navy, Gorshkov rationally chose to remain silent, because Comrade Khrushchev was obviously very interested in this matter.
But there was only one thought in his mind - madman!
They are all crazy!
Korolev is, so is Khrushchev!
Send people into space, how can they remember it.
Not how they got up, but how dare that guy Korolev imagine such a thing?
The most terrifying thing is that Khrushchev actually believed it.
One of them dares to think, the other dares to believe.
Absolutely crazy!
But in front of him, these two madmen were chatting, talking about how to send people into space and then bring them back.
"...Finally, the spacecraft will land in the Caspian Sea. The seawater and buffering airbags will minimize the impact generated during the landing process, thus ensuring the safety of the astronauts to the greatest extent."
Listen Following Korolev's explanation, Khrushchev thought for a moment and then said.
“No, it can’t be Caspian, Comrade Korolev, the Soviet astronauts must land on Soviet soil. After all, the whole world is watching him! So, our astronauts from space After returning to Earth, he must stand on the soil of the Soviet Union. "
Faced with the sudden request, Korolev was stunned, recalling the previously agreed upon plan, he said.
“Comrade Khrushchev, this is very difficult because the impact of the spacecraft landing is very strong. Even with a parachute, this problem cannot be solved. Landing from the sea is the only and best option. .”
Khrushchev rejected his proposal without thinking and said.
“When our astronauts return to Earth, they must stand on the Soviet Union’s own soil! This is the desire of the entire Soviet people.”
What is the desire of all the people!
It is obvious that you think this is very important, or from a political point of view, you need to sit like this... Although he was vomiting in his heart, Korolev didn't know what to do for a while.
Rebuttal, or... follow science.
Politics is more important than science. Without the latter, no progress could be made by the former, at least in the Soviet Union.
How can we achieve Khrushchev’s request?
Just when Korolev was at a loss, Gorshkov couldn't help but said.
“Why not skydive?”
“Skydive?”
"Yes, let him parachute. Since we can send him to space, let him parachute when he comes back!"
Although Gorshkov's words were sarcastic, they were Jean Korolev nodded and said.
"This... is not impossible! This can solve many problems."
What?
You actually believe it?
I'm just kidding you!
Okay...
This guy is really a lunatic!
Gorshkov didn’t even know how to describe his mood at this time. Looking at the two guys in front of him, he suddenly thought of a question - if these two lunatics were together, would they still be together? How crazy will he do?
Now he doesn't even dare to think about it anymore.
(End of this chapter)