Supercapacitor pod.
Since the size and weight of the supercapacitor with the best energy storage effect at this stage still cannot be stuffed into a small space-based platform, then it is simply not stuffed into it and directly adopted an external plug-in method to meet the energy supply problem of airborne high-energy weapons.
The design of a forward-swept aircraft with a small aspect ratio and no vertical tail, which Zuo Xue temporarily named the Z-2 fifth-generation aircraft, adopts a mid-range coupled canard + slat wing + variable forward-swept wing aerodynamic layout, which provides the overall lift The coefficient is much higher than that of all current mainstream fourth- and third-generation active fighters, with a preliminary calculation of 3.5.
Such a high lift coefficient can completely make up for the dead weight of the external supercapacitor pod, regardless of the size.
In the subsonic and transonic stages, the Z-2 fighter's maneuverability will be unparalleled. No current mainstream fighter in service in the world can compare with it.
When it reaches the stage of supersonic maneuvering and hypersonic cruise, the variable forward-sweep wing sweep angle shrinks and decreases, turning into a flat body with a rhombus appearance and a wedge-shaped waverider, thereby achieving hypersonic cruise.
"The use of directed energy weapons is the top priority for fifth-generation aircraft. The use of external pods is just a compromise. Whether the energy source can be successfully installed into the aircraft body depends on the progress of energy technology, which is really difficult to deal with." Several strands of black hair fell. , Zuo Xue rubbed his slightly swollen forehead and thought silently.
As a fighter aircraft designer who will soon be affiliated to the Chengdu Aircraft Design Bureau system, Zuo Xue can properly handle relevant difficulties in aerodynamic design and aerodynamics, and can be completely blind when it comes to the field of cutting-edge energy technology.
"Beep!" At this moment, a crisp phone ringing sound suddenly sounded in the room.
The confidential mobile phone placed on the computer desktop vibrates at high frequency and displays the incoming call information.
Caller——Yang Wei.
"Hello, teacher." Zuo Xue, whose train of thought was interrupted, saw the caller information on the screen, then retracted her thoughts, answered the phone with her right hand, and greeted politely.
Words imply respect.
On the other end of the phone, Yang Wei's gentle and natural voice came over and asked: "Have you eaten yet, Xiaoxue?"
"Not yet, teacher, do you want to treat me to dinner?" Zuo Xue was stunned for a moment when she heard these words, a smile appeared on her face, and she joked.
"Hahaha, I was going to tell you to go to the cafeteria to eat if you haven't eaten yet. Okay, I'll treat my good students to a meal next time."
There was a pause for a few seconds on the confidential phone, and Yang Wei's hearty laughter came out. After recording a meal, his voice was slightly serious: "The main purpose of calling you today is to tell you two pieces of good news. First, about the Z-1 stealth concept aircraft plan. It has been selected into the first batch of concept machine design catalogs and submitted. There are four models to be selected, which are currently being reviewed by the Iranian team. If you are lucky, your Z-1 stealth concept machine is likely to be selected."
Z-1 stealth concept machine!
Zuo Xue was slightly surprised when she heard the information given by Yang Wei. She didn't expect the Iranians to be so fast.
From the time she received the notification from her teacher Yang Wei, to perfecting the aerodynamic layout design of the Z-1 stealth concept aircraft, and now being selected into the first batch of concept aircraft design catalogues, the whole process took only one month.
Are Iranians so desperate?
The first batch of concept machine design catalogs totals four models. In other words, the Z-1 stealth concept machine has a 25% chance of being selected.
"Teacher, does this mean that the joint stealth fighter development plan has been officially launched?" Zuo Xue asked curiously.
"Well, yes, the joint stealth fighter development plan has been approved by superiors and officially launched. The total investment amount is 80 billion US dollars. Iran has invested 30% of the initial funds for preliminary research. It is expected to produce 300 aircraft, and the estimated price of a single aircraft is 260 million US dollars. U.S. dollars." Yang Wei did not hide anything and directly disclosed to Zuo Xue the general content of the joint stealth fighter development plan, and then reminded: "Secret level two top secret."
80 billion US dollars!
This is the total investment amount finally determined after constant weighing and negotiation between the two parties.
China provides technology and personnel, while Iran provides all funds and dispatches relevant personnel to participate in the fighter aircraft development plan. In the early stage, 180 aircraft will be manufactured by Chengdu Aircraft Corporation, and in the later period, 120 aircraft will be manufactured domestically in Iran.
Zuo Xue learned the information, thoughtfully, and sighed: "For a single aircraft of US$260 million, the Iranians have taken a big advantage."
Big bargain.
An absolute bargain.
A single aircraft of US$260 million may seem expensive, but the problem is that this thing is a fourth-generation heavy-duty stealth fighter that has a price but no market all over the world.
Want to buy?
Sorry, I'm not selling it at all. You didn't even mention the price.
Fourth-generation heavy-duty stealth fighters and a strong aviation industry cannot be bought with money.
It is already considered lucky to be able to obtain the fourth-generation heavy-duty stealth fighter, not to mention that Iran has to introduce production lines and send relevant personnel to participate in the design team for learning, which will greatly increase the foundation and comprehensive strength of Iran's aviation industry.
After the completion of this joint stealth fighter development plan, the Iranian Air Force and aviation industry will undergo qualitative changes and achieve a leap-like improvement.
Iran seems to have spent a heavy price of 80 billion US dollars, but in fact, it has gained a real aviation industry and a powerful air force.
If a country wants to be truly strong, there is no shortcut.
"Xiaoxue, report to Chengdu Aircraft Corporation of China in one week and prepare your PPT report on the Z-1 concept aircraft. Do you understand?"
On the phone, Yang Wei's voice became serious: "You are the genius with the most talent in aircraft design that I have ever seen. Whether you are a dragon or a worm will depend on this review meeting."
"Understood, teacher." Zuo Xue heard this, took a deep breath, and replied.
The words were full of solemnity.
"Also, if the Z-1 concept aircraft is selected, you must be mentally prepared. I will serve as the nominal chief designer, but you can only rely on yourself for the entire fighter development plan." Yang Wei continued to instruct.
Zuo Xue responded: "I know, teacher."
25% chance of selection!
If really selected, this would mean a meteoric rise for Zuo Xue, who is still in school at a young age.
Yang Wei will serve as the chief engineer, and Zuo Xue, as the actual developer of the Z-1 concept aircraft, will hold positions at least director or deputy chief engineer level.
What is soaring into the sky?
This is!
"Okay, let's tell you the second good news."
Yang Wei's voice suddenly changed, solemn and solemn: "Comrade Zuo Xue, congratulations on winning the second prize of the Army Science and Technology Award applied by the University of Defense Technology in recognition of your outstanding contribution to the Navy's 'Pufferfish' micro underwater propeller project. The overall technology of this project has major innovations, is at the leading level within the military and internationally, and has a significant role in promoting the combat effectiveness of the army. According to the "Disciplinary Regulations", the Equipment Development Department of the Military Commission specially awarded Comrade Zuo Xue a second-class merit."
"Thank you to the school and thank you to the organization."
Zuo Xue was stunned for a moment when she heard what Yang Wei solemnly read out. Even though she was calm, she couldn't help but be moved. She immediately stood up in a military posture and responded in a serious voice.
Second Prize of Military Science and Technology Award.
The Equipment Development Department of the Military Commission will record the second-class merit once.
These two highly valuable honors are of great significance to Zuo Xue, who is a soldier and military researcher.
It’s a reward, an encouragement, and an affirmation!
This is true for the identity of a soldier, and it is also true for the identity of a military scientific researcher.
"Normally, this good news should be announced by your mentor Su Rui, but Su Rui specifically asked me to announce, Comrade Zuo Xue, congratulations on your own scientific research results and now you have become a real national defense researcher." Yang Wei softened his words and spoke slowly.
