In the territory of Daxia, in the eighth star sector, a single hyperspace channel is hidden in the galaxy.
A pilot project for the application of new technologies in Daxia is being carried out here.
A ship stands in the starry sky, without any painting, its appearance is still the original color of steel, and the overall appearance is a flat triangular cuboid.
The length is about 2,500 meters and the width is nearly 1,000 meters.
Both sides are equipped with a large number of point defense systems, and there are no missile slots or weapon slots.
The antenna array extends from beginning to end, revealing a number of shining green pillars.
There are two small docks under the tail for carrier-based aircraft to sail out.
This is the first appearance of the [Albatross Aircraft Carrier]!
In the star base of the galaxy, scientific researchers began to issue experimental orders to the ship.
"OK, carrier-based aircraft system test, first time!"
"receive!"
After the Albatross aircraft carrier's communication replied, the small dock barrier of the aircraft carrier opened, and a number of carrier-based aircraft similar in size to frigates sailed out and quickly surrounded the space carrier on alert.
Each carrier-based aircraft is controlled by combat personnel and assisted by combat AI.
A total of sixteen carrier-based aircraft, all equipped with kinetic energy weapons, focus on close-range defensive combat.
After all the carrier-based aircraft departed, a circular defense array was formed around the aircraft carrier.
Inside the ship, the commander of an aircraft carrier is obviously one level higher than the commander of a general battleship.
Strictly speaking, the person in charge of the aircraft carrier should be the fleet command, directly under the Imperial Fleet Command.
Because the combat method of aircraft carriers is not to serve as attack ships.
Its appearance will definitely bring a large number of battleships with it!
"The carrier-based aircraft array sensor detection is correct, and there are no problems with all carrier-based aircraft!"
"Alright, I got it!"
In the Stellar Base, scientific researchers entered this data situation on the carrier-based aircraft function project and drew the completed pattern.
"The next step is to test the array induction, which can begin."
As this test command came, the Albatross aircraft carrier emitted invisible and powerful electromagnetic waves.
It is like a Tesla sphere, covering a radius of thousands of kilometers.
"The sensor array has been turned on, and the battleship can come over."
Inside the aircraft carrier, the commander ordered a comprehensive fleet to enter the coverage area.
"Received." Soon after the comprehensive fleet command received the order, they came within the range of the aircraft carrier's sensor array.
From the perspective of the detector, the Albatross aircraft carrier and these warships are connected to a light chain, which changes with the movement.
The integrated fleet commander saw the data and said in surprise: "The locking bonus is definitely effective! Now our locking distance has increased by 2 points."
The sensor array device is a major function of the Albatross. It can increase the scanning distance of friendly forces and, if necessary, interfere with the communication channels of the enemy fleet.
The Honghua Empire's unique communication technology has been integrated into this new type of ship.
Another project was successfully verified, and the researchers checked the box again.
There are many projects left.
Thanks to the increased size of the Albatross aircraft carrier, it has a very large storage space.
Food, resources, military components...and nanomaterials.
In any galaxy where it is present, other ships can perform simple maintenance, and there is no need to return to the star base to be repaired.
This long-distance repair and maintenance technology has greatly increased the combat time of large fleets.
The test items are completed one by one until the end of the list is reached.
"Okay, here's the last project. All nearby ships should move closer to the Albatross."
The researchers took a breath and prepared to carry out the last project.
Remote power supply, a special technology that can instantly replenish the energy of a battleship, was developed from the effect produced by the Star Eater crystal.
After being enabled, the connected ship can not only increase the cycle time of various equipment, but also perform overloading at critical times to achieve terrifying bonus capabilities.
An amazing effect similar to "You have been strengthened, come on!"
"receive!"
"The third formation received it!"
"Arrived in three minutes..."
....
The warships originally surrounding the Albatross began to move toward the center, forming a larger circular array.
A moment later, a dazzling ball of light emitted from the aircraft carrier.
This time, even with the naked eye, one can see chains of light connecting all the ships.
With the movement of the ship and the shaking of the light chain, the entire area seemed to turn into a giant network of light strips, extremely gorgeous.
"The number of connected battleships is 100, 180, 250, 310, 333...."
The operators of the Albatross aircraft carrier reported the connection information, and finally settled on the number of 345 ships.
"It's so powerful. Is this the strength of a large reactor? It can actually power so many battleships!"
Many battleship commanders were shocked when they saw the increased energy in the ships.
"This is just a normal state. It is impossible to overload all the ships. At most, 20 battleships can be overloaded."
In the communication, the researchers gave up the idea of taking off.
But even so, most people are excited. This is the capability of one ship. With the strength of the Great Xia Empire, how can it be possible to build one.
At least eight out of ten ships.
If it weren't for the difficulty of cultivating fleet personnel, they would even imagine that a hundred ships would be invincible!
Ignore the sweet dreams of the combatants.
The scientific researchers faithfully integrated the data and uploaded it to the scientific research institute.
Half an hour later.
Then we went to Chief Scientist Tina to communicate with Chu Hua to report the situation.
"It's gratifying that the development and application of Albatross is very smooth. If you don't have any additional needs, it can be officially launched."
Tina looked at the data and said with a happy face.
It’s not easy. The development of Albatross has taken so long, and now it’s finally completed.
After hearing such good news, Chu Hua was also full of smiles, "Very good, really good!"
Albatross' abilities are much stronger than he imagined.
An aircraft carrier can provide a large number of bonuses to a fleet of 600-900.
What is this concept?
In terms of combat power data, with such a bonus, the overall combat power of a turtledove cruiser is increased by 100%!
What amazing data.
Battleships are a bit less, but they still have a bonus of 25%-35%, which is not bad.
If it is dedicated to battleship support, the bonus will be even higher.
And it has a remote maintenance function, which is almost like a powerful wet nurse.
"Sure enough, no wonder aircraft carriers have been called aircraft mothers since ancient times."
"However, the cost is not low..."
The overall statistics of the Albatross emerged before him.
【Albatross aircraft carrier】
[Equipment]: Information warfare command pulse wave device*2, array locking system*4, large remote capacitive transmission device*4, remote armor repairer*4, carrier-based aircraft*16, large nano-armor, large advanced shield, anti-matter Reactor*2, plasma thruster...
[Hull Value]: 12000
[Armor]: 22000
【Damage】: 150
[Speed]: 150
[Dodge]: 15%
[Energy]: 4000
[Daily maintenance fee]: 0.01% (cost)
[Comprehensive combat power value]: 4500
[Cost]: 13,000 alloy, 16,000 energy coins comprehensive resources, 30 days.
In terms of combat capabilities, the Albatross is still a little behind relying only on carrier-based aircraft. Overall, it focuses on defense.
And a lot more professional combat personnel are needed.
It is different from ordinary battleships.
They are a minority of professional combatants and a majority of soldiers.
The same cannot be said for aircraft carriers, which are almost exclusively staffed by professional combatants.
"Let's build five ships first. Even with the construction bonus, it will still take more than ten days..."
After thinking about it, Chu Hua set up a more appropriate number of construction projects.
The key point is that the area around Daxia has been very peaceful recently, and there have been no wars. Building too many buildings will not do any good except waste resources and manpower.
Not to mention that the orbital star ring is still waiting for the next phase of construction, which will require a large expenditure of resources.
Even the monthly income of hundreds of thousands of units of resources is not that comfortable.
But before that, let’s upgrade the technology level to 8.0.
Fortunately, this goal is about to be achieved...
