There was an agency service in the city that specifically hired people, and Lin Yan went to find someone the next day.
On the same day, I found a couple with two children. This family came from other places. In order to support their two children in school, the couple came out to work when they had nothing to do.
After inspecting it, Lin Yan thought it was good and the bonus was good, so he kept their family. It is required that one of the couple must live at home regularly to take care of the bonus.
With her family matters resolved, Lin Yan's hidden worries dissipated, and she focused more on her work.
In September, the Alliance Monthly News released a news that the bicycle factory launched 500 bicycles, and interested people heard the news.
Three years ago, bicycles were a sensation and everyone wanted one. Although it is not available for purchase, it is still mentioned frequently from time to time, and greedy people are staring at the samples from the scientific research institute.
After waiting for three years, the bicycle finally came out.
As soon as the news came out, the bicycle factory was besieged.
Lin Yan inquired about it. The price of a bicycle starts from three yuan, and the supply exceeds the demand.
There were too many people who wanted to buy one, so they pushed the price up, even to the tune of ten yuan a car.
The sensation caused by the first batch of bicycles made many businesses jealous. However, the bicycle factory was directly under the control of the Research Institute and had no plans to sell the technology.
Lin Yan also owns one, and cycling to and from get off work has become a new trend in Sun City.
In the next month, there was an endless stream of people coming to the Arbitration Court to report the situation. There were too many people who wanted bicycles, but they couldn't produce them.
The busiest person was Lu Zheng, the person in charge of the bicycle factory. Ever since Ye Cong asked him to secretly build the factory, he had been under great pressure. It took him three years to produce the first batch of finished products. Before he could take a breath, troubles came one after another.
In the past few years, he was often urged by the scientific research institute and had to work hard to speed up the process. He finally determined the processing process, solved all the problems, and successfully produced a qualified finished product.
I thought everything would be fine and I was just waiting to make money, but I didn't expect that I would be urged to work overtime every day.
The bicycle factory has invested a lot of money, with a maximum monthly output of only 150 units. It is too difficult to meet everyone's needs.
Really unable to withstand the pressure, Lu Zheng waited anxiously in the reception room of the scientific research institute.
This year, the dean of scientific research was replaced by Shi Zhi, who was not as easy to deal with as Ye Cong. Lu Zheng felt a little embarrassed every time he came to see someone for something.
Shi Zhi was notoriously difficult to mess with, and no one wanted to come to him for trouble. He had no choice. The bicycle factory was completely under the management of the scientific research institute, unlike other factories.
At that time, someone bought technology at a high price to start a bicycle factory, but the scientific research institute never let go and firmly held the technology in its hands. It is also because the investment in scientific research is too large and cannot be financially supported, so we can only find ways to make money ourselves.
The bicycle factory is a money-making tool that the scientific research institute is optimistic about. Once it makes a profit, in addition to paying taxes, all profits will be invested in technology research and development.
The gold-eating beast of the Scientific Research Institute was waiting with its mouth wide open all day long. One can imagine the pressure on Lu Zheng. It was already difficult enough with Ye Cong here, but who would have thought that replacing Shi Zhi would give him even more headaches.
"What do you want from me?"
Hearing Shi Zhi's voice, Lu Zheng suddenly came back to his senses. He caught a glimpse of his unhappy face and became even more nervous. "There are too many people in the factory and we can't supply the goods."
Since being transferred back from Tianduan Mountain, Shi Zhi has rarely shown up. He is focused on the laboratory and is most impatient to deal with these matters. He said directly: "It's up to you."
"I, I don't know what to do." Lu Zheng was about to cry. "The first batch of bicycles were launched and sold out in three days. Passers-by have been gathering around the factory gate these days. The factory can't make more than one month at most. Two hundred cars are far from enough. You are so smart, you must have a way."
Staring at Lu Zheng's expectant eyes, Shi Zhi said patiently, "Tell me the current production process in the factory."
If production and supply are insufficient, as long as the key problems are found and solved, it will be fine. As far as he knew, the bicycle was assembled from multiple parts, and the parts that stuck on the neck were probably made of chains and gears.
The factory established by Lu Zheng was very clear about all processes, and he immediately explained the current production model.
After hearing this, Shi Zhi looked at him as if he were a fool. Lu Zheng's heart skipped a beat, "What's wrong? What did I do wrong?"
Shi Zhi's behavior made him feel unsure, as if he had made a big mistake.
"All parts are made in-house. Are you stupid?"
"You can't leak the technology of bicycles, but you can't do it yourself? I always find reliable people to do it to make sure everything is foolproof." Lu Zheng looked sincere. He felt that this was what he should do. Only when the technology is in his own hands would he feel at ease.
Shi Zhi took a deep breath. He really didn't want to talk to a fool, but he thought that he was the dean after all, and he could do more research by earning money from bicycles. He said: "There are so many metal processing factories in the city. You only need to control the key components in your hands, and leave the regular components to other factories. Only through cooperation can efficiency be improved."
Lu Zheng: "...Is this really okay?"
Shi Zhi: "..."
Before Shi Zhi was about to explode, Lu Zheng ran away decisively. He seemed to be really stupid.
When Lin Yan walked by, he was stunned when he saw Shi Zhi, "It's really rare that you are in a daze."
Shi Zhi came to his senses and didn't want to talk to her. He was just thinking that Ye Cong had supervised the construction of the bicycle factory before, so he didn't go to see the situation in the factory.
Lin Yan said hurriedly: "Don't leave, tell me what's going on, who did you just see?"
Looking at him like this, he must be unhappy to meet. She came to the Research Institute today and was preparing to ask him about several recent research projects.
"Lu Zheng, from the bicycle factory, so stupid."
Hearing his bad tone, Lin Yan rolled his eyes, "Bicycles have become popular recently. There are too many people who want to buy them, and the supply exceeds demand. Why does Lu Zheng come to see you?"
"Find a way to increase production." Shi Zhi explained what he had just learned. "Division of labor and cooperation are very common in other factories. Why is Lu Zheng so stubborn?"
Lin Yan spread his hands and said, "How did I know that this person was selected by the Research Institute? It's not too stupid to take the initiative to come to you. It's still too late to change now."
"I'm still worried. I'll go to the factory tomorrow and have a look." Shi Zhi is an activist. He also wants the bicycle factory to make money quickly.
Lin Yan was noncommittal and asked about the purpose of coming here, "How is your power generation project going? Where is it?"
She doesn't expect to popularize it, as long as it can be applied to the manufacture of some equipment.
But even so, it’s very difficult. The power generation is going smoothly, but I want to store it for my own use, but there has been no progress, which is very frustrating.
Shi Zhi: "Let's go to the laboratory and have a look. I read the books you took out carefully. With our current conditions, we still have to wait to make batteries. The Institute of Materials Science and Technology has also been working hard to separate various industries in recent years. Only when we master the methods of manufacturing various chemical substances that we need can we make a breakthrough."
"Hey, I understand what you're saying. If we can't make a battery, how about we just use a generator?"
"I think so too. I have improved the generator several times. Although it can generate electricity, it is not stable enough and poses a great safety risk. Electricity is too dangerous. If someone is accidentally electrocuted, the consequences will be unpredictable."
The two of them walked and talked until they arrived at Shi Zhi's laboratory, which was full of things.
Looking at the copper wires and iron wires of different thicknesses, Lin Yan had a flash of inspiration, "How's Bai Chen's research on rubber over there? These coils are too dangerous to conduct electricity. Wouldn't it be better to wrap them with insulating rubber? I remember telling you. , why didn’t you do it?”
Shi Zhi rolled his eyes at her, "If you hadn't asked me to go to Tianduan Mountain, I wouldn't have been delayed until now."
Lin Yancan smiled, "It's my fault. The safety of the wires is very important, so we can't be careless." She was really afraid that Shi Zhi, who was so bold, would electrocute herself to death one day.
"Stop that look in your eyes, it's too obvious." Shi Zhi took out a big iron lump from a pile of things and started shaking it quickly. "Look at the pointer over there. If there is current flowing through the pointer, it will display."
Lin Yan stared at it for a while before he saw the pointer swinging and gave a thumbs up, "Okay, success is not far away."
"However, the effect would be more obvious if there were light bulbs."
Shi Zhi: "Then you should make a light bulb. Don't just talk nice. I'm not telling you. In these years, your mind has been on the development of the alliance. Since you know everything, why don't you start researching and get it done earlier? Light bulbs are made.”
He carefully studied all the books that Lin Yan took out. He was no stranger to light bulbs and understood them theoretically, but he had never made a real object and was very anxious.
Among them, Lin Yan is the only one who has extensive knowledge. If she can devote herself to research, she will definitely get twice the result with half the effort.
Lin Yan curled his lips and said, "You think I don't want to do it? It's not like I don't have enough time to do the job. There is a lot of things waiting for me in the alliance."
"Things have priorities. In your mind, scientific research is not important. You have to recuperate in the past few years, so it is just right for you to focus on scientific research."
"let me consider it."
Lin Yan had thought about it this way. She had tried her best to move all the books that could be used in the science and technology museum.
The theoretical knowledge reserve of the scientific research institute is definitely sufficient, but the practical foundation is too poor, and many things can only be thought about. If you want to develop rapidly, you still need to pay more attention to the progress of basic research.
If the foundation cannot keep up, everything is a castle in the air.
A few days later, Lin Yan called Shui Sheng, Huang Ying and Shi Yong for a meeting.
Shui Sheng and Huang Ying arrived first, and when they looked at each other, they didn't know what Lin Yan wanted to do.
Shi Yong arrived later, "Today is the arbiter's meeting, and Lan Yue is not here. Do you know what Lin Yan wants to do?"
Shi Yong was unexpected and happy to be elected as the arbiter. He is about the same age as Kurotsuchi. He has been working hard for so many years. He remembers that everything today is hard-won and wants to hold on to it.
Under his management, the Department of Public Safety has strict discipline, enforces the law impartially, and never shows favoritism.
When you are in a high position, you can do more. Shi Yong cherishes this opportunity very much. Since taking office, he has not dared to be careless and has been strict with himself.
Seeing Shuisheng and Huang Ying both shaking their heads, he was surprised and said, "You don't know? What's the big deal recently?"
It is definitely no small matter to bring them all together.
Before the three of them started to speculate, Lin Yan arrived. "Stop guessing. I came to see you today because I want to adjust the next work arrangements."
"What's the arrangement?" Huang Ying asked. They had just met yesterday, so why hadn't they heard about it?
"In the next five years, the alliance must recuperate and vigorously develop industry, commerce and agriculture, and it is not appropriate to expand outwards."
Shui Sheng: "We all know this, do you have any new ideas?"
Being stared at by several people, Lin Yan blinked and said slightly uncomfortably: "I know that temporary changes are not good, but I don't want to waste time and have to make adjustments."
Huang Ying raised her eyebrows, half-smiling, "Just tell me. Could it be that you want to go to Tianduan Mountain?"
"No." Lin Yan hurriedly denied, "Lan Yue is in charge of Tiandu Mountain, and I didn't have much use in the past. I want to use my energy in the scientific research institute. Some research is very important and affects the future and all aspects of everyone in the alliance. , once successful, there will be huge changes in all walks of life.”
"Tell me more details." Shi Yong seemed to understand, "Research institutes are very important, and every new thing launched can create a sensation."
He knows nothing about research, he only knows that good things produced by scientific research institutes are really good. Nowadays, various instruments in the city are constantly improving, which greatly facilitates daily life.
Take farming as an example. The plow for cultivating the land has been improved many times and is much easier than the first one. Otherwise, there will be more and more fields, how can we plant them?
Food is the foundation and has always been a top priority in recent years. The introduction of various agricultural equipment has made it convenient for too many people.
Lin Yan explained her plans. The key point was that she would be stationed at the Scientific Research Institute, and the work of the Arbitration Court needed to be shared between the three of them.
"You have all used the recent bicycles. Isn't it very convenient to travel? You can go wherever you want at any time. It is also fast. It is more convenient and less troublesome than riding a horse. When my research makes progress, I will be able to build a faster car. , replacing horse-drawn carriages and ox-carts, etc., will definitely benefit everyone."
Lin Yan looked at the three of them blankly and began to draw a pie, "Believe me, as long as there is progress in electrical energy research, it will be a qualitative leap. Electric lights and telephones will not be a problem. By then, even if we are thousands of miles apart, We can also hear each other’s voices and be in touch at any time.”
Listening to the bright future outlined by Lin Yan, several people's expressions moved slightly. They couldn't imagine what it would be like.
Shui Sheng: "Is it really possible?"
"Of course." Lin Yan said firmly, "Ten years ago there were no oil tankers, chain saws, etc., but they are no longer available now. As long as you dare to think, there is nothing you can't do."
Huang Ying: "Can everything described in those books from the Research Institute be realized?"
One day she went to the scientific research institute to find someone to do something, and accidentally saw a book about electric lights, which can be brightly lit at night and make neon lights shine brightly.
She couldn't imagine such beauty.
Lin Yan: "Those books are all true. We just can't do it for the time being. We will definitely be able to achieve it in the future. But when we can see it, it requires everyone's efforts."
Shui Sheng and Huang Ying asked many more questions, discussing with Lin Yan the drastic changes brought about by electric energy.
Shi Yong looked at this and that. He really didn't understand, but he also understood that what Lin Yan wanted to do was of great importance.
Her time and energy are limited, so she has to make a choice.
Seeing that the three of them had finished speaking, he directly stated his position: "Lin Yan, just do whatever you want to do. If you need me to do anything, just tell me. I will never refuse."
Shui Sheng and Huang Ying looked at each other, come on, even if Shi Yong said this, they couldn't be vague.
After the four people discussed it, Lin Yan went to the Research Institute the next day.
