Also busy is the Space Environment Science and Technology Department led by Zhong Yuanxing, who has arrived at the New Continent space base.
This time, the main range of activities of all space shuttles is in areas protected by the Earth's magnetic field. In other words, all pilots will have the opportunity to have close contact with cosmic rays.
As for how to ensure the safety of astronauts, this task falls on the Space Environment Science and Technology Department of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Master Company, which work respectively.
There are two main sources of radiation near the earth: one is the sun as everyone knows it; the other is the outer solar system.
After so many years of observation, humans can basically predict the sun's radiation, outbursts, etc., especially solar wind, solar eruptions, etc. From the time of observation, humans will have 15 minutes to prepare. Mainly because the solar wind is not light, but ions, so the speed is not that fast. But when the solar wind reaches the vicinity of the earth, its temperature can reach a maximum of 150,000 degrees, which is also a terrifying number.
In addition, there are rays from the universe. These rays are so fast that by the time you discover them, it is already too late. These rays mainly come from dead stars. They can span tens of millions of light-years. Arrive at Earth. They are so weird, but the necessary scientific predictions and research must still be carried out; human technology is advancing every day, and one day in the future, we will be able to predict these weird and unscrupulous rays.
In Didi's control room, there are busy figures of workers, and the supercomputer is working whirringly, calculating all possibilities.
"The recent sun is not very stable. It is obvious that it is in the period of a new round of sunspot explosions. However, given the chaos and strength of the solar magnetic field, we cannot accurately predict the location of the sunspot explosion. However, the approximate range has been locked. According to the existing The energy test will likely erupt in the near future; the specific time cannot be determined
In addition, after a sunspot erupts, there may be a cone-shaped eruption area, which still cannot be accurately predicted.
The solar ejecta, also known as the solar wind, is mainly affected by the distortion of the sun's magnetic field. However, because the magnetic field is not well understood, it is impossible to give an accurate answer. It is now certain that the pilots were in some danger. ”
Zhong Yuanxing quietly reported the latest results to the experts present, including the company and the country.
"In other words, all of our astronauts are at risk of being exposed to solar wind?" the new president pondered.
"Yes." Zhong Yuanxing replied. Such a question made Li Zhengming, the director of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration next to him, afraid to speak at will because it involves political issues; but Zhong Yuanxing, who belongs to the expert company, does not have these restrictions.
"Then what will happen if astronauts encounter solar wind?" the president asked urgently.
"Not optimistic." Zhong Yuanxing's voice was a little low. That expression clearly said: There is basically no possibility of survival.
"Do all pilots know?"
"There are unpredictable dangers in space, which all pilots know." Zhong Yuanxing's voice was a little heavy. The country has deployed a total of more than 1,500 pilots. If something goes wrong, the consequences will be disastrous. It is basically enough to push China's rising momentum back to the bottom of the water; it will take at least three years for it to rise again. In this era, we really can't afford to waste three years. Not to mention, if these top pilots are lost, the problem of subsequent training will also be difficult.
"Is there no way? Why didn't you tell me until now!" Everyone frowned, not having considered this issue before. In other words, scientists have considered it, but politicians have not!
But now this problem is an extremely serious security issue. The latest research shows that all astronauts have a certain possibility of colliding with the solar wind; although this possibility is only a few hundred percent - holy shit! The probability of one percent is already much higher than the probability of Apophis hitting the earth, okay!
What are you doing! At this moment, the chairman looked at Mr. Li Zhengming, the director of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, with angry eyes. Taking precautions in this regard should be the responsibility of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and Gaoshou Company has done a good enough job.
Li Zhengming suddenly broke out in a cold sweat. Although aerospace has developed rapidly in recent years, his directorship has also risen, and his power was once higher than that of many positions; but in the face of the aggressive and enterprising Eagle in this new era, Under the gaze of the chairman with the same personality, I still feel a lot of pressure; not to mention, this is really because I have not done my job well.
"Astronauts from all countries have been notified, but no one has backed down." Li Zhengming felt uneasy.
"No one flinched." With a sigh, everyone was speechless for a moment.
"Chairman, we have a radiation protection device here. However, we need to separate a part of the electricity for driving. Please explain the details to Li Yuzhang, who is responsible for researching this aspect." Zhang Jingyuan spoke at the right time; he immediately received Li Zhengming's gratitude.
"Li Yuzhang? He is the grandson of Academician Li Chunhua!" The chairman was a little surprised. The Li Yuzhang in front of him was younger than he thought. But having said that, Gaoshou Company itself is a young company.
"Yes, Chairman. Let me briefly introduce the mature magnetic field generating devices that have been used by Gaoshou Company. Currently, the first cabin of the Adventure spacecraft carries two generating devices, one for backup. Because the magnetic field itself is exclusive, only one can be activated at a time. .
The latest magnetic field generator installed on the spacecraft has a maximum power of 5 million degrees and can form a magnetic field with a diameter of 5,000 kilometers. The overall magnetic field strength is about 50% of that of the earth. In theory, it can block the deadly solar wind.
But there is no specific test. Of course, I also hope that this time it will be safe and I will not have the opportunity to test this thing. ”
"How long will it last?"
"Theoretically, as long as there is sufficient power, it can work continuously throughout the year. It is produced by a master company and has never had any quality problems so far!" The last sentence is a bit proud. Yet this is also true.
"Li Zhengming, if our operation is successful, how long will it take?" The chairman suddenly turned around.
"Three to five days. Apophis is too fast, we can only wear off his speed and strength bit by bit."
"Well, let's allocate enough power for the magnetic field device of Gaoshou Company for 5 days." The chairman's words were unquestionable.
"Ah, 5 million kilowatt hours, for 5 days, it is 600 million kilowatt hours of electricity. Our current power reserves are already very tight."
"Pilot safety comes first. Even if we fail this time, we still have another chance!" The chairman's voice became more severe.
"Ahem, Chairman, let me interrupt." Zhang Jingyuan added next to him: "The No. 1 cabin of the Adventure spacecraft is one of the core cabins. In addition to carrying two of the most advanced magnetic field generating devices, it also has enough 30 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity. This is the power module of the spacecraft prepared by Gaoshang Company for the next step. ”
"Haha, it seems that Gaoshou Company has been developing rapidly recently." The chairman said meaningfully. Of course, Zhang Jingyuan won't care, the master company is already strong enough.
But since we already have equipment to protect against solar wind, of course we need to inform all astronauts so that they can rest assured. These people resolutely went into space despite knowing that there was danger, which made everyone present feel a little heavy. And this incident made Zhang Jingyuan understand even more: why the Chinese nation has been able to rise despite all the hardships. This is a nation that has never lacked heroes and blood. I am proud to be born in this nation.