After returning to his residence, Chen Nian began to sort out his plan to "sell the THAAD system to external parties."
The so-called THAAD system is actually the transliteration of the abbreviation of THAAD. To be precise, its name is Terminal High Altitude Area Defense.
It is a land-based theater anti-missile system under the U.S. Missile Defense Agency and the U.S. Army. It was jointly designed and developed by Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Raytheon.
A system usually consists of a command vehicle, a fire control radar, 6 8-unit launchers and 48 interceptor missiles. However, the design and composition of this system will vary in configuration according to different battlefield environments.
However, generally speaking, the overall combat methods of the THAAD system are the same.
The targets are all discovered 1,000 kilometers away, and then interceptor missiles are launched to destroy the target missiles with KKV warheads within a range of 40 to 180 kilometers.
The rogue aspect of this system mainly lies in two points.
First, the AN/TPY-2 X-band radar has an extremely wide identification range. Although the United States claims that it is only 500 kilometers, in fact, according to common technical speculation, the detection range of this radar is at least 2,000 kilometers.
In other words, if it is deployed in East and Southeast Asia, it will be able to detect it as soon as strategic missiles take off.
To use a popular example, this system puts a camera outside your French window and monitors your every move at all times.
If one day he finds you going to the kitchen to get a kitchen knife angrily, he will immediately convey the information to the command chain and send people with knives, guns and sticks to block the door.
It’s self-evident how disgusting this behavior is.
The second point is that this system has an extremely wide interception range, which can cover the end of the flight of intercontinental missiles and the middle of the flight of medium-range strategic missiles.
For a small country, only a few THAAD systems are needed to defend the entire territory.
Not to mention it also has an intelligent "interception-assessment-interception" secondary defense system.
It can be said that the title of the most powerful missile interception system at that time was not in vain.
Chen Nian was actually a little hesitant to analyze this system in advance and even provide it to Japan and South Korea to attack the United States' arms vassalage plan.
After the initial impulse, he began to calm down and consider what restrictions would be needed if he really wanted to export.
First of all, the radar performance must be weakened, otherwise, the entire east coast will be exposed to the opponent's detection range, which is extremely detrimental to one's own strategic layout.
Secondly, the secondary defense and secondary damage functions must also be weakened. Our number of strategic missiles is not large to begin with. Each additional defense is equivalent to reducing the number of our effective missiles by half.——
But in this case, the core capabilities of the THAAD system have been greatly weakened. Who will buy it?
Chen Nian couldn't help but fell into conflict.
He frowned and thought for a moment, then reluctantly put down the pen in his hand.
It seems that this matter really cannot be solved by oneself.
Rather than working behind closed doors, it is better to report immediately, bring together the military industry and military experts in the Spark team, and listen to their suggestions.
So, two days later, a temporary working meeting within the Spark team was held.
The theme of the meeting was to discuss the development of the THAAD system domestically and the sale of the THAAD system externally.
At the meeting, most experts agreed with the plan.
"I think it is indeed feasible for us to engage in THAAD, or in our own words, engage in the CNMD system."
"Because, after the digital array radar technology gradually matures, our radar industry has made great progress. It is time to further expand in various fields based on this development."
"In addition, with the arrival of the DF-17, our strategic nuclear deterrence capabilities have increased significantly. Now that we have the spear, the shield must also keep up."
"It's neither too early nor too late to launch CNMD at this time. What I said is that it's just right."
After hearing his words, everyone in the conference room nodded. Among them, the expert in charge of radar said:
"The AN/TPY-2 radar mentioned by Comrade Chen Nian is actually not a difficult nut to crack."
"After we have digested the various technologies of digital array radar, there are not many technical difficulties facing us in switching to X-band radar."
"I can even say here with confidence that if we just want to build an experimental model, then giving us 3 to 6 months is enough."
"As for other technologies, let's see what everyone thinks?"
After the words fell, the heads of other fields spoke one after another.
"There is no problem with the anti-missile missile engine. We can just use the DF-17 engine. The interception speed can reach Mach 10 or above, which is enough."
"The most difficult thing is their KKV module, which is a kinetic energy kill vehicle. This thing requires very high accuracy. It can even be said to be equivalent to a mini satellite."
"Currently our technology is not up to this level - mainly because the process is not up to par. Don't worry about this, even if we have the technology."
This sentence seemed to be specifically meant for Chen Nian. After seeing him nod, the man continued:
"However, KKV is not a mandatory option for the THAAD system. The worst case scenario is just a compromise to 'mission interception'."
"Okay, since everyone has said it, let me express my opinion here. There is no problem with the combat system. Now the BM/C3I integrated intelligence and command system mentioned by Comrade Chen Nian is actually being developed by ourselves, and The progress is good, and this time we can use the CNMD project for verification tests."
After a series of discussions, everyone expressed a unified view:
Except for some special technologies with no previous experience, there are no insurmountable technical difficulties in the THAAD or CNMD system.
In other words, it can be done!
Chen Nian's first question was solved, so he immediately raised the next question.
"Then, the problem of our technical foundation is solved."
"The next question is, if we want to break the US arms vassalage plan, we must sell this CNMD system to many countries in the Asia-Pacific region."
"How do we do it so that we can sell it without letting them hurt our interests?"
After hearing his words, most of the people present showed confused expressions.
After a long time, someone finally asked:
"Is this a problem?"
"Isn't this a problem?"
Chen Nian asked back.
"Ahem, that's right."
"Our view is that the CNMD system is only a relatively rudimentary system and it is not the ultimate defense solution."
"It is only temporarily advanced. As technology continues to advance, its defense power will continue to weaken. For example, now our DF-17 is completely sure that it can break through the THAAD system."
"Then in a few years, when our various 'spear' technologies have made great progress, even if the other party has a shield, so what?"
Chen Nian was stunned for a moment.
"But the problem is, we have to participate in the market now and sell things!"
"Yeah, it's true that it's going to be sold, but..."
"Whose THAAD system is delivered on the spot?"
"It's enough if we have it. Should we install it on them immediately? Will it have a big impact?"
Enlightenment.
At this moment, Chen Nian realized.
You guys didn't plan to give it to me?
yes!
I just need it.
Anyway, the purpose is to "break expectations". It has already been said that it is expected, so let's wait a few years before talking about it.
So, he calmed down and said:
"In that case, let's continue discussing the third question."
"After the shield is sold, we should continue to make our own spears."
In Xifei No. 603 Institute, Tang Changhong sat at his desk and sighed as he looked at the latest submitted materials.
He sighed not because the materials were bad, but on the contrary, because the completeness of the materials was too high!
Since the start of the pre-research of the H-20 project, or the China-produced PAK-DA project, Chen Nian has intermittently delivered a lot of technology to the 603 Institute, including the most critical controllable swept wing technology, as well as the improved version based on the J-22 Stealth aerodynamic layout design.
Of course, the J-20B's design in terms of fuel saving and extended range was not wasted, and it got 603 in one go.
After adaptation and optimization, if only paper data is considered, the range of this strategic bomber that has not yet been born can already exceed 14,000 kilometers.
If another in-flight refueling is performed, the range can reach 23,000 kilometers.
In other words, this fighter jet can not only reach every corner of the world, but can even circle around that corner several times. After completing combat or deterrence missions, it can then slowly fly back to the base for repairs.
It would be great if this thing really existed.
It is conceivable what level China's deterrence will reach once this H-20 can take off smoothly.
"It's all just talk on paper!"
Tang Changhong sighed heavily and said.
The assistant Gao Yongyu on the side looked a little funny. While helping him organize the documents, he persuaded:
"Pre-research, pre-research, isn't it just talk on paper? We already knew about this a long time ago, so there's no need to complain here."
Tang Changhong shook his head and replied:
"You do not understand."
"If it were really pre-research, that would be fine. But the problem is, with so many technologies thrown down, we would have already broken through the technical boundaries of pre-research."
"It can even be said that not only the pre-research boundary, but also many things we need to do in the formal research and development process have now been completed."
"If it can be approved and this project is finalized, as long as the funds are in place, it won't take long before we can build the first prototype."
"How can I describe it to you?"
"It's like you have learned all the knowledge in high school in advance and want to take the college entrance examination right away. But the leader tells you, no, you can continue to do the mock papers."
"Can you understand this feeling?"
Gao Yongyu shook his head and replied:
"Most people can't understand it - you and Mr. Yang Weiyang should both be able to understand it."
"That's true."
Tang Changhong nodded matter-of-factly, and then asked:
"What did the Russian team say? How is their progress? Has the verification of the variable sweep wing been completed?"
"It's not finished yet."
When it came to this topic, Gao Yongyu couldn't help but sigh.
"In fact, the design work has basically been completed. After all, they have already achieved relevant results before."
"But the problem is, we can't blow in the wind tunnel now - we can't get in line."
"The priority of the project is relatively low, and it is pre-research, so there is no resource allocation at all."
"So, we can only run it on the computer."
Tang Changhong leaned back on the chair, staring at the light above his head, and said with some reluctance:
"When will it be our turn? It's all a Spark project, so why is there such a big difference in pay? Damn it, if I had known I would be like that guy Yang Wei, I would have gone to say hello in advance."
"This advantage really gives him a huge advantage."
However, before he finished speaking, the red phone on the table suddenly rang.
The two people in the office looked at each other and realized almost at the same time that something big might have happened.
After all, this red phone doesn't just ring randomly.
Tang Changhong quickly grabbed the receiver and said:
"Hello, this is Tang Changhong."
On the other end of the phone, a familiar voice sounded.
"Changhong, I am Lin Yongming."
Tang Changhong's face instantly showed a look of surprise. He turned to Gao Yongyu and made a "boss" mouth shape.
"Hello Mr. Lin, I haven't received your call for a long time. How are you lately?"
"Don't give me this, let me ask you, how is the H-20 pre-research going?"
Upon hearing Lin Yongming's straightforward question, Tang Changhong immediately replied:
"All is ready except for the opportunity!"
"You mean, if I officially approve the project for you now, you will be able to build the aircraft right away?"
Tang Changhong answered without any hesitation:
"Not right away, but sure it will be soon!"
"We have solved almost all theoretical technical difficulties, and now we are waiting to enter the actual verification phase."
"Leader, let us go!"
"Almost? Don't dare to say anything?"
Lin Yongming on the other end of the phone said deliberately.
"No, there are more and more advanced ideas that I want to implement in practice, so I can't talk enough!"
".Your mouth is quite powerful among those of you. If Yang Wei is as eloquent as you, he might be promoted faster than me."
"Okay, I won't talk nonsense to you. The higher-ups have already decided to approve the H-20 project."
"From now on, the H-20 project has officially entered the first project echelon under the Spark Group, and you will enjoy the corresponding rights to use resources and budgets."
"On behalf of my superiors, I appoint you as the project chief engineer. Do you accept it?"
"Promise to complete the mission!"
Tang Changhong replied loudly.
The excitement on his face was absolutely not fake, and Gao Yongyu beside him was also smiling broadly.
The wait is finally here!
Although it was not shorter than the waiting time, it was still faster than expected.
This is enough.
Hearing Tang Changhong's answer, Lin Yongming on the other side of the phone paused.
Then he continued:
"This H-20 project is not as simple as you expected."
"Specific project requirements will be sent to you later."
"However, I can inform you in advance that the importance of the H-20 project is as important as the original DF-41 project."
"What you want to build is not a simple bomber."
"It's the strongest spear in the world that can break all shields!"
(End of chapter)
