As the situation worsened, superiors began to actively seek solutions.
However, at this point in time, private channels are no longer applicable in this form.
055 is the best choice, this is something everyone knows.
But being too late is another matter.
Therefore, based on the 055 "trial voyage" plan, alternative plans have also been launched.
052C starts to leave...
A few weeks later, inside the Dalian Shipyard.
After Chen Nian looked through the inspection records for the last time and confirmed that everything was normal, he finally breathed a sigh of relief and closed the thick manual in his hand.
Opposite him, Chen Guo observed his expression with interest and asked:
"How's it going? Is everything ready?"
Chen Nian nodded slightly and replied:
"It should be said that the preparations before launching into the water have already been completed."
"Most of what we did in the previous month was outfitting work in advance before launching."
"Even if these things are not completed, it will not affect the launch of the aircraft carrier."
"The main reason why inspections are required and so complete is to shorten the time that this aircraft carrier will be put into service from the sewer."
"After all, although the current external environment looks calm, it is actually an undercurrent."
"We really need an aircraft carrier, and this aircraft carrier cannot have any problems."
"As soon as it is born, it must exert its strongest combat effectiveness."
"Otherwise, once the situation becomes unstable, the backlash we will suffer will be unimaginable."
After hearing what Chen Nian said, Chen Guo nodded in agreement.
Compared to Chen Nian who focused on technology, during this period, he paid much more attention to the overall situation.
Therefore, he knows better than Chen Nian what this aircraft carrier represents and the important responsibilities it will bear in the future.
It is no exaggeration to say that this aircraft carrier is a needle that stabilizes the sea. If it can stand still, there will be no more big waves on the seas of China, and even the seas of the world.
But if you can't stand
A large amount of resources have been spent, but the hidden returns cannot be obtained. For this country, the blow cannot be said to be fatal, but it is also painful.
However, from the bottom of his heart, he did not think anything would go wrong with this aircraft carrier.
After all, whether it is Chen Nian, Mr. Liu, or those ordinary engineers, Chen Guo sees the work they do.
If after such efforts and the efforts of so many people, this aircraft carrier cannot become a blockbuster, then I am afraid that no country in the world can build an aircraft carrier.
Thinking of this, he lightly knocked on the table and said:
"Don't be too nervous. No matter from which point of view, there are no problems with this project."
"Tomorrow is the day to go into the water, and the boss will also come then--how about it, do you want to meet?"
Chen Nian naturally knew who the boss Chen Guo was talking about. According to general logic, this was a character that most ordinary people would never see in their lifetime. If there was a chance, they would definitely meet him.
But Chen Nian's idea was completely different.
Without any hesitation, he shook his head and replied:
"There is no need. There is no reason for us to have a conversation, so there is no need to meet."
"I guessed you would say that, but do you really not want to meet me?"
Chen Guo did not agree immediately, but continued:
"You also mentioned before that after the aircraft carrier, your technical direction will begin to change to the near future. This is a very critical node."
"You know, aircraft carriers, bombers, high-speed rail, these things are already within our country's plan. What you are doing is actually moving the long-term plan forward to the near future for implementation."
“So, no matter what you do, no matter what resources you need, you will basically not encounter any obstacles.”
"But in the near future, that's going to be different. You're going to be the one making the plans."
“Every decision you make about technology will affect the strategic layout of the entire country.”
"At that time, what you need to do is not just as simple as developing technology."
Chen Nian smiled and did not answer.
Of course he knew what Chen Guo meant.
After entering unknown territory, China could no longer cross the river by its fingers, and it had no reliable reference system to tell its upper-level decision-makers whether a plan was worth it or whether it was feasible.
Therefore, the weight of pure technology will objectively decrease. This is unquestionable and unavoidable.
There are only two options to eliminate the negative impact of this weight reduction:
Or, Chen Nian suddenly becomes a "technical dictator" and relies on his "technological hegemony" to gain the supreme right to speak.
Or, Chen Nian needs to maintain a closer relationship with the "resource decision makers" to ensure that his plan can get their support.
Compared with the first one, the second strategy is less difficult to implement and more scientific and reasonable.
The reason why Chen Guo suggested "meeting" was also based on this consideration.
But Chen Nian's idea was completely opposite.
From beginning to end, he has been trying to avoid one thing: getting too close to secular power.
He didn't know what would happen if he had too much power, but he knew it wouldn't be a good thing.
Therefore, even if the first strategy seems more dangerous and poses a greater challenge to him, he will make the choice without hesitation.
So, he opened his mouth and said:
"Technology belongs to technology, and power belongs to power."
"I don't want the two to be confused."
"Professor Chen, I know what you are worried about - in fact, it is nothing more than worry that after moving into an unfamiliar field, the technology I export will affect the overall situation because of one or several 'inopportune' times. "
"But I want to tell you, that's not going to happen."
"Otherwise, why would I form Starfire?"
"It is more than just a technical department. In fact, it is the middle layer of technology and power."
"Starfire has worked very well over the past few years and will continue to do so in the future."
"As long as Spark exists, there will be no new technology traps."
Hearing this, Chen Guo finally showed a smile on her face.
He did not try to persuade him anymore, but said firmly:
"Okay, then I'll do as you say!"
Early the next morning, the launching ceremony of the Type 001 aircraft carrier officially began.
Chen Nian still chose a position away from the crowd and quietly followed the ceremony.
Standing on the pier as representatives were not only superior leaders, engineers and naval personnel, but also representatives of workers who participated in the Deep Blue 16 project. The first person to put on the exoskeleton played an important role in the subsequent construction work. Feng Tiecheng is also among them.
Chen Nian stood next to him, looking at his expression curiously.
Chen Nian wanted to know, what kind of mood does he feel now?
But Feng Tiecheng didn't notice Chen Nian's gaze at all. He just looked into the distance with excitement on his face, his body trembled slightly, and even his eyes were a little moist.
Four years, exactly four years.
He has been involved in this project since its inception, and he has personally witnessed the entire process of this aircraft carrier from being rusty to now looking brand new.
He remembered that when he first joined the project team, he even complained to other workers about the whims of the project.
At that time, he thought that restoring the functions of this "giant ship" was almost a fantasy.
Its condition was so bad that it looked like a waning old man. It seemed that just a gentle gust of sea breeze could sweep it into the bottom of the sea.
How easy is it to repair such a ship?
Maybe, it will take at least 10 years? ——
But later, the project developed far beyond his imagination.
In just four years, this aircraft carrier that was supposed to be dead announced its rebirth, and the aggressiveness it displayed was even stronger than the American aircraft carriers I had seen on some websites!
Seeing that the aircraft carrier was about to dock, Feng Tiecheng wiped the sweat from his forehead, turned to the workers beside him and said:
"This thing is really big. Why didn't you think it was that big when you were on the boat before?"
After hearing his words, the worker replied:
"I don't know the true face of Mount Lu, just because I am in this mountain. It's normal. Our previous construction schedule was too tight and we were too tired. Every time we got off work, we wanted to go back and rest quickly, and we didn't bother to look back at the boat we built. "
"Looking at it now, Huo is really awesome."
"I can't even imagine how we made it."
"Yes. Hey, Lao Liu, do you think we will have a chance to build a new aircraft carrier after this time? I'm talking about a brand new one!"
"Of course there is."
Old Liu looked matter-of-factly and continued:
"There are more than one ship. Let me do the math for you. I am thirty this year and will work until I retire at the age of 65. I still have at least 35 years left."
"I won't say it's too fast to build a new aircraft carrier. One aircraft carrier will be built in five years. At least I can build another seven."
"There are a total of 8 aircraft carriers, which is enough for me to take a good look at before I die."
"Hehe. It's true."
The two of them couldn't help but giggle, and Chen Nian couldn't help but smile after listening to the whole story.
To say that workers are more courageous, at this point in time, I am afraid that even many superiors do not dare to imagine a world of "eight aircraft carriers"
While talking, the queue review has been completed and the naming ceremony is about to begin.
Different from the regular operation of the 055 ship, this No. 001 aircraft carrier did not complete the granting and naming of the hull number after being listed in accordance with the requirements of the Navy's ship naming regulations.
In fact, due to the high level of attention on this ship, it had already completed the assignment and naming of its hull number three months before it was launched.
Hull number 11, name Liaoning.
The reason why 16 was not selected as the ship number according to the serial number of the Deep Blue 16 project is actually very simple.
Because Chen Nian feels that in this world, China must have at least 10 or more aircraft carrier formations, and according to convention, the serial number of the second aircraft carrier is usually the first one plus one.
With hull number 20, there are only 5 aircraft carriers. So where are they enough?
So, it’s better not to worry about the meaning and just go to 11, it’s simple and easy to remember.
Of course, from another perspective, the reason why the previous aircraft carrier was called 16 was actually an accidental choice, and there is no need to continue it.
After reporting his suggestion, his superiors quickly approved it and also made the decision to advance the naming ceremony to be held together with the launching ceremony.
——
At this time, Zhu Yingfu, the chief engineer of the Deep Blue 16 project, had already walked to the front of the crowd.
Opposite him was Mr. Liu who had been specially arranged to receive the naming certificate from him.
Mr. Liu's body stood upright, showing no sign of dejection at all.
If Chen Nian hadn't known about his physical condition a long time ago, he would have even thought that Mr. Liu was just a strong old man.
It was obvious that he had been waiting for this day for too long.
Facing the crowd, he raised his arms and gave a standard military salute.
Later, he took over the significant certificate from Zhu Yingfu.
The next second, the champagne hanging on the bow of the ship shattered, and colorful smoke sprayed into the air on both sides of the giant ship.
A deep and majestic whistle sounded, and then all the ships in the harbor began to whistle in unison.
The crowd burst into irrepressible cheers, and Feng Tiecheng beside Chen Nian never stopped clapping. It wasn't until the smoke dissipated that he stood still again and looked toward the rear of the aircraft carrier.
There, two tugboats approached the dock and slowly towed the dock gate open.
Immediately afterwards, the tugboat entered the dock, hung up the towing rope, and towed the aircraft carrier out of the dock.
More tugboats also began to approach. With the help of these tugboats, the aircraft carrier completed the turn on the sea and headed towards the intended dock where it would finally berth.
The whole process was actually extremely dull, even a little boring.
The launch of the dry dock does not have the splashing and majestic scene of the slipway launch.
But everyone present felt the unparalleled momentum of the aircraft carrier the moment it really started moving.
The people waiting at the dock were like ants, quietly watching the mountain peak go away.
At this moment, everyone knew that this aircraft carrier, which had gone through many hardships, would officially embark on its journey.
Liaoning.
Not only is the Liaohe River peaceful, but it is also the town of Liaoyongning!
(End of chapter)
