Spectacular! It can only be described as spectacular!
The Magellanic Clouds are definitely the largest nebulae that humans have ever explored and observed at close range, with a diameter of 70 million light-years! The nebula itself is a small galaxy. The diameter is one-twentieth that of the Milky Way!
Moreover, the Magellanic Clouds are torn apart by the gravity of the Milky Way, so they appear in the shape of a long and narrow bar. Length and width are nearly 2:1.
But this is not the point. The point is that the Magellanic Cloud is really too big, or it is already a galaxy that can't be seen at a glance, with only colorful worlds around it.
Up close, the Magellanic Clouds are no longer white, but colorful. From the rose red in the center, to dark red, to yellow, yellow-green, emerald green, dark green, faint blue, and finally the dark space of space.
This is more like a super rainbow ring, and also like a huge blooming space flower.
And this flower in space is dotted with red, white, blue, etc. light spots, which are stars.
Occasionally, you can still see streaks of light passing straight through the nebula, leaving their own footsteps in space; these are rays that don't know where they come from. Of course, everyone understands that such rays are often more dangerous.
If there are some neutron star rays, they can still penetrate the defense of the spacecraft. The rays of neutron stars are complex. In addition to electrons, they may also entrain protons, electromagnetic fields, and gamma rays that are still not thoroughly studied by humans.
"As planned.
First, launch probes, especially unmanned spacecraft, for extensive exploration.
Second, receive and analyze all received signals to see if there is any intelligent life here.
Third, prepare for war mobilization!
at last. Explore places like the Pearl Starfield and prepare to settle down. ”
"Yes!"
This is not just a migratory team, but also a paramilitary organization. In this action involving the security of 500 billion people, human exploration, and even the future of Chinese civilization, there is no room for any mistakes.
Exploring the Magellanic Clouds requires adventure! Not only the huge distance in space, but also - other intelligent life.
The Magellanic Clouds are so huge. It has existed for an equally long time, at least seven to eight billion years; during such a long time, even the life that was born on its own may have entered the sequence of powerful interstellar civilizations. There may even be other civilizations migrating here.
In a word, there is a high possibility that a new civilization will be discovered here, and there is a certain possibility of encountering a powerful civilization.
One by one, unmanned spacecraft, in groups, began to explore the surrounding starry sky. These ships have different functions. But combined together, they form a very powerful combination. Moreover, these unmanned spacecraft themselves have strong autonomous capabilities and can judge, attack, launch detectors, etc. based on the actual situation.
Chinese civilization is still opposed to the research of fully intelligent machines; but the difference between semi-intelligent and fully intelligent machines is not about intelligence, but about emotions.
The development of science and technology is so powerful that some definitions of it were once there. It must also be modified and improved with the times.
In space, the fleet began to transform. Transport spacecraft, etc. The warships began to move back, and the warships began to form groups of three and a dozen, and spread to the surroundings and began to be on guard.
Brush... No matter what, the current speed of the fleet is still 0.8 times the speed of light. Moving quickly through space.
The tense atmosphere between the country and the military, as well as various announcements, have made ordinary people nervous. But when the time came, everyone did not clamor, but prepared silently. When information about the trip to the Magellanic Clouds was made public. The country has already begun to silently cultivate the people's fighting ideas.
In the space age, if you want to expand, you must be prepared for collision. As long as a civilization develops, it will inevitably expand! Unless, you are willing to fall.
Time flies, and three years have passed in the blink of an eye. The exploration within a radius of 500 light-years has been completed, and humans are temporarily certain of their safety. During this period, some signals were received, but because they were too far away, the signals were already very weak.
The scientists led by Long Kaiyuan are making a report: "These signals are not very strong, and coupled with the interference of the Magellanic Clouds, they are already very weak. But we can still draw a conclusion:
There is life here, and it is intelligent life. But they are temporarily using electromagnetic wave signals; this shows that the location of this life is within about 1,000 light-years. Perhaps, we can find a good place to survive in this direction.
In addition, there is a 7,000 light-year range here. Even the core, where stars are densely packed, has a 5,000 light-year range. What we have explored is only a corner. Please be careful everyone. ”
"I am leading an expedition team to explore the right front." Hongxing stood up first, "We have slept for so many years, it's time to move around!"
"Okay! No matter what, remember to come back safely." Zhang Chengye nodded.
"Don't worry, there are only a few things and laws in the universe. As long as you can find and master it, it will be much simpler." Then the light flashed and the red star disappeared. It turns out that this conference room is actually virtual.
"I'm going to explore the front left. The estimated detection time is 5 years, and the exploration range is 500 light-years." Muzi Li also stood up.
"Be careful. We need every strength now." Zhang Chengye remained calm. In other words, we haven't encountered any problems now. However, after seeing the vast starry sky, people will inevitably be in awe of this world.
"Ha, your Majesty, don't worry. I can't guarantee the spaceship, but I guarantee that no one will be missing!" Muzi Li's attitude was arrogant and confident. As one of the top ten elites among trillions of adventurers, I have such confidence.
"I'm going to explore the front line." Li Ziyu also stood up, "I dare not say anything else. It will take five years to bring back a perfect star map!"
“Have a good trip.”
"Thank you. Let's celebrate when we get back." The light flashed and Li Ziyu disappeared.
Not long after, three fleets were dispatched with a bang. These fleets are state-sponsored, customized warships with special functions; in fact, the Adventure Association itself is a unit directly under the state—Boss Zhang works here!
"Your Majesty." Mu Tianhe looked at Zhang Chengye. As the general person in charge of the military, Mu Tianhe also has a very heavy task.
"Be ready for battle. Follow the highest levels!
In addition, the military's mission. You make your own arrangements and I won't interfere. Adventurers and military experts are different. But pay attention to communicating with scientists. ”
"Yes!"
Mu Tianhe also disappeared. The entire huge war machine began to wake up.
Some spaceships disappeared into the starry sky, some spacecraft's cannons began to recharge, and some spaceships began to patrol within ten light years of the surrounding area, exploring all dangers!
There are also scientific research ships that are also beginning to take action.
After basically determining that it is temporarily safe. Everything about human beings is unfolding in an orderly manner; if you look from far away in space, you will find that the human fleet looks like a crab at this moment. The centermost part is the main body and the transport spacecraft. Surrounded by a circle of warships, the outermost circle is an exploring fleet.
However, this crab is hundreds of millions of kilometers away!
"The beautiful Magellanic Clouds. But, I wonder if you are a rose with thorns?" Zhang Chengye exited the virtual meeting room, looked at the beautiful nebulae outside the porthole, and murmured to himself.
As possibly the largest nebula in the Milky Way and also the largest satellite system, the Large Magellanic Cloud has unique advantages. But such an advantage. It was bound to be noticed by others early.
Huaxia is likely to be a latecomer! Perhaps the only advantage is that on a cosmic scale, China's home solar system is slightly closer to here.
In a tense atmosphere, time passed day by day. But during these times, everyone is undergoing military training through the virtual network. Citizens in the interstellar age are completely different from citizens in the terrestrial age! After seeing the vast and cruel cosmic war, I saw the vastness of the starry sky. After seeing the wealth of the universe and so on, they have strong nerves.
One day two years later. Muzi Li was the first to return a clear signal, "Your Majesty, we have discovered a small star cluster. There are more than 450 stars in the star cluster, but the environment here is really explosive. However, there are hundreds of stars on the periphery of this star cluster that are valuable for transformation. And The central star. We can completely constrain it with a star collar.
After calculation, although this star cluster is a bit violent, it has good transformation value. Especially with so many galaxies gathered together, it is the best place to live within a radius of 500 light years that I have explored. ”
came along with the signal. There is also the exploration status of that galaxy, various aspects of data, etc.
Zhang Chengye transferred these matters to Long Kaiyuan, and let the scientists do the scientists' things. Calculating the situation of a galaxy requires professional personnel.
However, Zhang Chengye frowned when he looked at the situation in this galaxy.
There are more than 450 stars in a radius of 7 light years, and none of them has rocky planets that can be directly inhabited. In addition, the stars here are entwined with each other, including double galaxies, triple star systems, etc., and less than 10% of single star systems are! Among the stars here are red giants, which are estimated to not have much lifespan; there are blue giants, the ones that die very quickly; and there are not many stars that are truly like the sun.
"Not suitable!" The scientist's calculation results quickly came to the rescue. "The star system here is very unstable, the balance system is fragile, and it is easy to collide. If during the transformation process, the balance collapses due to operational problems, it will It's a devastating disaster! 450 stars explode at the same time, and it is estimated that a super black hole can be created.
Moreover, the radiation here is complex and serious, and it is difficult for the atmosphere to effectively prevent it. ”
"Tsk... the Large Magellanic Cloud is simply a star system that has not grown up yet. It is really difficult to find a star field that meets the requirements!" Muzi Li shook his head. But that’s how space exploration is. It seems that the universe is very vast and there are many galaxies; but it is very difficult to follow certain requirements and standards. The distance between galaxies must be calculated in light years. This is not a good thing.
But no matter how bad the job is, you have to keep doing it! Because we have nothing to fear! (To be continued...)
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