(Written before: Many readers have recently said that the pace of this book is slow. Just look at how many chapters I have blocked today. I will work from 140,000 words to 120,000 words.
If I really want to speed up the pace, like a novel like Lu's, where the cherry blossoms bloom in one hundred chapters, should I still write this book?
I know what you want to see, but there has to be a process.
I have carefully arranged the fun aspects of this book, including the rhythm. I have to take into account two points: that everyone can read it happily, and that everyone can read it for a long time, do you understand?
In addition, let’s talk about the update issue. The new book issue can only have two chapters a day. It’s not something I can change, otherwise I won’t be able to recommend it.
Since I put it on the shelves, it has been updated more than 10,000 times a day, so you can rest assured.
Finally, catching up on reading is really important. If there are new chapters, you’d better finish them as soon as possible. On the one hand, you can contribute some data to me, and on the other hand...you know)
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Soon after, Kadena Air Base.
Leon was sitting behind the desk, and the man opposite him was still Connett from Washington.
He put down the half-smoked cigar in his hand and said seriously:
"This conflict was sudden - or rather, not just sudden, but out of control."
"According to our previous expectations, after the arrival of RC-135, the Chinese people should completely recognize the reality, adopt a conservative and status quo strategy, and in fact recognize our right to free flight in the South China Sea."
"But you can see the results now. They have adopted the most extreme approach, which can even be said to be suicidal...Obviously, on this bottom line, they have no intention of giving in."
"I doubt if we put further pressure on them, it will be us or them who will suffer in the end."
"You know, their lives are worthless, but my children can't be thrown on that damn sea..."
After hearing his words, Connett nodded slightly and replied:
"This is exactly what I'm worried about - but if you think about it differently, doesn't this also achieve our original goal?"
"We originally wanted to test their bottom line, but now it seems that their bottom line is not just territorial waters and airspace, but some kind of 'aggression threshold'."
"Aggression threshold? How to explain it?"
Leon asked doubtfully.
“It’s very simple, you can think of it as a scoring system.”
"Every aggressive move we take adds one point to their score sheet, and every proactive retreat takes one point away."
"Once the score exceeds a certain threshold, they will launch a corresponding counterattack."
"The crash in 2001 was for this reason, and the crash this year is the same - the scores we got exceeded their assessment standards."
"The last time it was because of the frequent provocations of our own pilots, and this time it's because of the replacement of a more powerful reconnaissance aircraft... So you can understand, right?"
"Understood."
Leon nodded slightly, then frowned and asked:
"But if that's the case, the collision means our score has reached or even exceeded their threshold."
"No matter what we do next, it will attract their revenge."
"And this kind of retaliation is something we don't want to see - after all, we are not ready for a full-scale conflict."
"That's right, that's right. The current situation is actually no different from two years ago. At that time, we also implemented a low-key strategy for a long time."
Connet tapped the table lightly and continued:
"So, Washington's current request is that the Kadena base enters a normal operation stage and no longer conducts aggressive reconnaissance of the Chinese coastline. It only needs to maintain normal cruises..."
"This is impossible!"
Before Connett could finish speaking, Leon yelled.
"This is inconsistent with the instructions I received. Our goal is to attract China's attention through maritime pressure, consume their resources and strategic weight, and suppress their self-developed fighter plan..."
"The instructions have not changed."
Connet said calmly.
"The directive has not changed, it's just that we now need to consider non-military means more."
"Non-military means? For example? Are you confident that we can suppress their progress?"
Leon looked at Connett suspiciously, who smiled slightly and replied:
"We are certainly confident that, in fact, we have obtained some confidential information about this project."
"According to this information, their project has just entered the design stage. If we can cut off a few key nodes in the research and development chain, I think it should not be difficult to achieve the original goal..."
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On the other side, while Washington and Kadena were planning the next suppression strategy together, there was a busy but exciting scene in No. 601.
Lin Yongming stood on one side of the busy workshop, while Lei Gang accompanied him.
Looking at the fighter plane that was about to take shape in front of him, Lin Yongming asked:
"How is the hydraulic system? Is there any problem with the adaptation?"
"No problem. We are now using the J-10's original hydraulic system and have made certain improvements based on the new body. The electronic simulation has passed and all transmissions can operate correctly."
Lei Gang replied confidently.
The fact is just as he said. As a relatively mature third-generation aircraft, the J-10 actually has many technologies available, and these technologies will not affect the overall performance even if they are placed on a fourth-generation aircraft.
"Where's the fuel? Does the fuel system work?"
"This is no problem anymore. Our own technology is available, and now we use the above technology to optimize and improve it. The high-altitude performance of the oil pump has been greatly improved."
"The only thing that is a little more difficult now is the ventilation and boosting system. We still need some time to test it to ensure that the dynamic pressure balance data is accurate."
Hearing Lei Gang's words, Lin Yongming nodded slightly and continued to ask:
"How long is it estimated to take?"
"A week or so, if everything goes well, it will be fine in a few days. If there are no problems with the test, we will be ready to get on the plane directly."
"Does the flight control use our original one? Where's the radar?"
"The flight control will definitely need to be overhauled... The technical team is already on the way over. This part needs to rely on a lot of wind tunnel data. The wind is blowing day and night on the No. 3 hole. It is estimated that it will be able to Get it done before assembly is complete.”
"But the problem with the radar system is still relatively big. Such a fifth-generation aircraft cannot use our old system."
"Our consideration is to use PD radar to top it first, and then replace it with AESA technology when it matures."
Lin Yongming's brows wrinkled slightly, he sighed, and sighed:
"Damn, the design of the fourth-generation aircraft uses Doppler radar. It's embarrassing to talk about it... Forget it, it's a test aircraft anyway. Let's fly it first. Is there no problem with the stealth coating?"
"There is no problem with this... Mass production is currently not possible, but laboratory production is still possible to ensure the use of verification machines and prototypes."
"Mass production as soon as possible. We are now developing by leaps and bounds, and all technologies and industries must keep up!"
A wry smile appeared on Lei Gang's face, he shook his head slightly and said:
"Leader, what you said is quite simple. Industrial and technological support is not something that can happen overnight. Let alone now, even if we are given another three years, we may not be able to fully develop it."
"And to be honest, the economic benefits brought by this fighter jet are almost zero. If we want to develop rapidly, we can only rely on central blood transfusion."
"I don't have enough money... If I have enough money, I guarantee that I will give you whatever you want!"
Lin Yongming glared at Lei Gang, but quickly looked away.
Although what the other party said was a little depressing, it was indeed the truth...
Building airplanes consumes a lot of money, and there is no way to gain profits in the short term.
But if we don’t build it and can’t even protect national security, the losses will be even greater in the long run.
Is there any way I can make some money?
The most profitable business in the world is nothing more than reselling arms.
But the problem is that as early as the Gulf War, nearly 3,000 Type 69 tanks purchased by Iraq were destroyed, and the J-7 fighter jets did not dare to take off to fight, which had almost shattered the reputation of Chinese weapons in the international market. At this time, China's foreign arms sales are at a "freezing point", and it seems impossible to make money from arms sales.
----etc.
It cannot be sold because the product cannot meet the customer's requirements and there is nothing to sell.
But what if...we took our "best" stuff and sold it?
Of course, the J-10 cannot be sold at this stage.
But now... on the premise that technology has begun to develop by leaps and bounds, it seems that it is not impossible to upgrade the J-8 into a J-82, J-8 modified or something for export?
