Chapter 444 This is a technology that must be studied
Even if we continue to advance according to the current plan, we can only advance about 10% more progress at most, because many technologies here are about to reach their upper limits. Even if No matter how much resources and energy are invested in this, it will be impossible to achieve disruptive breakthroughs.
Therefore, Ning Chen must try to research technologies in other fields to fill up a large part of the remaining progress bar.
“Yes, the actual progress of the new generation industrial revolution is indeed similar to your estimate, but I am not sure yet. I will still study some technologies in some fields next.”< br>
Listening to Ning Chen’s words, Song Xiyun rolled her eyes and thought for a while, then said to Ning Chen:
"I think we can try to study space elevator technology. The current technology on science fiction islands is still more at the level of Blue Star, and the current involvement in outer space is still minimal. Space elevator technology can make Blue Star Civilization has more powerful space capabilities and can more easily complete various navigation missions between blue stars, space stations, and other planets..."
After learning about Song Xiyun's ideas, Ning Chen also felt that carrying out Research on space elevator technology is an option that can be considered.
The space elevator does not seem to be too closely related to the industrial revolution, but in fact, this technology is closely related to space navigation, and when people’s civilization develops to a certain level, space navigation will It is a very common thing, and it will also be an important part of human industry.
Therefore, if Ning Chen can complete the research on the space elevator, it is really possible to complete a new generation of industrial revolution of human civilization.
Thinking of this, Ning Chen nodded and said:
"Okay, after I go back, I will think about the space elevator technology and see if this technology is highly feasible now. If so, I will find ways to advance this technology in the near future."< br>
"Okay, if necessary, I will do my best to help you." Song Xiyun said happily.
Ning Chen is not in a hurry to rely on Song Xiyun's help right now. After he conducts a preliminary analysis of this technology, it will not be too late to ask Song Xiyun and the others to help.
After returning to his room, Ning Chen activated his brain biocomputer technology and began to analyze the space elevator technology.
Although Ning Chen has never thought about this technology carefully before, and Xingchen Technology has not really initiated a project on this technology, Ning Chen is still very concerned about some of the branch technologies required by this technology. understanding.
First of all, if you want to build a space elevator, the most important technology is materials technology.
The materials used to build a space elevator need to be very light, because if the material is too dense, it cannot support the very tall space elevator technology. When the space elevator has not yet been built, I am afraid it will Due to the accumulation of mass, the entire building collapsed.
At the same time, the material of the space elevator also needs to have very high strength. Otherwise, the material will not be able to support excessive mass due to the huge elevator structure.
But materials science is the subject field that Ning Chen is good at, and Ning Chen happened to have been exposed to and studied similar material structures.
This is the "nano thread" material used by Pierce when he tried to assassinate Ning Chen. This material not only has a very light weight, but also has a very high material strength, and can even connect many Materials with very high density cannot compare with this "nano-wire" material in terms of material strength.
If targeted research on space elevator materials can be conducted on the basis of this "nanofilament" material, then Ning Chen is likely to obtain a new material that satisfies him.
Of course, in addition to the materials of the space elevator, the energy system, macro structural design, power system, control system, communication system, navigation system, safety, etc. of the space elevator are also very important. important design factor.
However, in these different fields, Ningchen and Xingchen Technology have very strong theoretical foundations. For example, controllable nuclear fusion technology can achieve efficient energy supply, and room temperature superconducting technology can also It can achieve near-zero energy loss in energy transmission, allowing the entire energy system to operate perfectly.
After a full night of thinking, Ning Chen felt that with the current strength of Xingchen Technology, it was fully capable of building a space elevator.
The next day, when Ning Chen saw Song Xiyun again, he truthfully told Song Xiyun the results of his thinking last night.
"Song Xiyun, I carefully evaluated the various technologies required for the space elevator and the current technological strength of Xingchen Technology. I think we still have a chance to complete the construction of the space elevator. In the next time, we may still need Continue to improve the technical details of the space ladder and really launch this project..."
Hearing Ning Chen's words, Song Xiyun also seemed very excited, because this marks another step forward for human civilization. A landmark technology challenge.
“Great, Ning Chen, I will do my best to help you accomplish this goal. With the technology of space elevator, we can allow people to complete more convenient space transportation, which is very important for The development of human space industry will bring very important help, and human civilization will also move to a new height!"
Thinking about the arrival of this day, Song Xiyun is already very motivated.
In the following period, Ning Chen and Song Xiyun studied space elevator technology together every day, gradually designing the entire space elevator plan to perfection.
The long-term cooperation has allowed Ning Chen and Song Xiyun to develop a perfect tacit understanding, and the work efficiency bonus on Science Fiction Island has also played an even more powerful role in completing their work.
Seeing that the final plan had been successfully verified by artificial intelligence, Ning Chen and Song Xiyun felt full of accomplishment.
Even if it is just a macro plan for a space elevator, it does not mean that this technology has been completely conquered, because many of the specific technologies still need to continue to be studied, but it has already taken a step forward for the success of the space elevator. A solid first step.
After the work was completed, Ning Chen notified the project establishment department of Xingchen Technology to formally establish the project.
On the other hand, Ning Chen also contacted Yue Jiafeng and others and asked the Chinese Academy of Sciences for its thoughts on the space elevator project.
Yue Jiafeng said that he and the Chinese Academy of Sciences are very supportive of this project. After all, the space elevator is one of the technologies necessary for the development of human civilization. The earlier this technology is developed, the sooner it can advance human civilization. progress in the space industry. However, during the research process of this project, Yue Jiafeng also raised some issues that he was concerned about.
“Academician Ning, according to the requirements for the location of the space elevator’s construction, our most suitable choice is to build the space elevator to the equator. I don’t know what Academician Ning’s specific construction requirements are. Do you have any specific ideas about location selection?"
Ning Chen had naturally considered this issue seriously before. After hearing what Yue Jiafeng said, Ning Chen said without thinking:
"No. Wrong, as Academician Yue said, building the space elevator at the equator is indeed the best choice. This can keep it at a certain orbital altitude and remain stable and relatively stationary with the ground. status. My current plan is to build the space elevator at a location on the equator of the Blue Star..."
Of course, according to such a plan, this space elevator cannot be built in the Xia Kingdom, but needs to be built at a location abroad. This may increase the construction and management of future space elevators to a certain extent. difficulty.
Ning Chen chose a location in Africa as his ideal space elevator construction location. For the choice of this location, Ning Chen only considered objective factors such as latitude, environmental factors, and airflow conditions. As for the deeper factors, Ning Chen has not yet considered them.
After hearing Ning Chen’s idea, Yue Jiafeng replied seriously:
“Okay, we will try our best to follow your ideas, Academician Ning, and work hard to advance this matter. But as for We are not yet fully confident whether this site can really successfully install the space elevator facility, so we also asked Academician Ning to select several alternative locations to prevent unsatisfactory results."
Ning Chen naturally knew the difficulty in this, and was mentally prepared for what Yue Jiafeng was worried about, so he quickly agreed.
"I understand, Academician Yue, I will choose several alternative space elevator construction sites."
Ning Chen does not intend to interfere with the construction site selection. Ning Chen feels that this is not his own As for the things you are worried about, you only need to solve the technical problems yourself.
After finishing the conversation with Yue Jiafeng, Ning Chen continued to discuss the next work arrangements with Song Xiyun.
"Song Xiyun, our life experience on the science fiction island has come to an end for the time being. Next, I need to return to the Materials Science Laboratory of Shengzhou University to complete the work on space science with other materials science experts. Research on elevator construction materials. There are so many other experiencers on Science Fiction Island, they can provide us with enough living experience and suggestions..."
Hearing Ning Chen's words, Song Xiyun also nodded repeatedly. Answered:
"Ning Chen, I'm going back with you. I feel that I have stayed here long enough. It's time to go back and continue my normal life."
Speaking of which, Song Xiyun's thoughts on Science Fiction Island The life above is still very satisfactory. Even if Song Xiyun is allowed to stay here for a longer time, Song Xiyun will not have any objection.
Even Song Xiyun was a little worried about whether she would be able to adapt to life in the normal world immediately after leaving the science fiction island.
But Song Xiyun knew better that if Ning Chen had left the Sci-Fi Island and she was the only one left on the Sci-Fi Island, then such a life would be meaningless to Song Xiyun.
Ning Chen naturally guessed Song Xiyun's decision, and without any further persuasion to Song Xiyun, he readily agreed to Song Xiyun's request.
"Okay, then Song Xiyun, let's go back to Shengzhou University together tomorrow. Of course, this doesn't mean that we will bid farewell to Science Fiction Island completely. Both of our houses will belong to us permanently. If we have time later, , we can come back here for vacation at any time.”
After all, Sci-Fi Island is a project of Star Technology, and Ning Chen definitely has such rights, and will not be like other Sci-Fi Island experiencers. You can only obtain temporary residence rights on Science Fiction Island.
Hearing Ning Chen’s words, Song Xiyun also felt a little surprised, because Song Xiyun did think that if they left the science fiction island, their original house would be replaced by others.
The next day, Ning Chen and Song Xiyun packed up their belongings and took a private plane back to Shengzhou University.
After returning to Shengzhou University, Ning Chen did not even rush back to his residence. Instead, he took Song Xiyun directly to the materials science laboratory.
Everyone was a little surprised to see Ning Chen and Song Xiyun suddenly coming back, and they quickly asked Ning Chen and Song Xiyun.
"Hey, Teacher Ning and Teacher Song are back from their honeymoon? Tell us, what is life like on the Sci-Fi Island?"
Xu Zhou is a little bit The gossipy words made Song Xiyun feel a little shy.
"Teacher Xu, I still have to correct you. We went to Science Fiction Island for project experience. Of course, life on Science Fiction Island is indeed very good, and it is a very conducive place for academic research. The actual experience there will only be better than what those who experienced it said..."
Ning Chen's words immediately eased the "gossip" atmosphere in the laboratory, and instead made everyone think about going to the science fiction island. Became more looking forward to it.
In fact, Ning Chen had planned to let them go to the Science Fiction Island before, but because the materials science they studied was not suitable to be carried out on the Science Fiction Island, in order not to affect their work, they could only put their experience on the Science Fiction Island on hold temporarily. Delay for a while.
"Teacher Ning, when we have the opportunity, let us go to the science fiction island to experience it. This kind of life is really very desirable." Xu Zhou said.
“Don’t worry, we will build some professional laboratories on the new science fiction island later, and you will definitely be given priority to experience it. This time we are mainly inviting some mathematics and the like, For theoretical academic researchers, their academic research does not rely much on various large-scale engineering instruments, but only requires advanced computers.”
(End of this chapter)