Isn’t this a bit too exaggerated?
Even the minister, who was full of contempt for the pulley set, became solemn.
As we all know, the fixed pulley is an equal-arm lever, which saves neither effort nor distance, but can change the direction of the force.
The movable pulley is a labor-saving lever. Although it saves effort, it takes a long time to move.
Regardless of whether the movable pulley or the fixed pulley is used alone, it is actually a disadvantage.
But if a pulley block is used in combination, the effect is completely different, and the force required is usually only a fraction of the weight being lifted.
Soon, King Shu, who had done his homework last night and had already experimented early, was naturally very familiar with the assembly.
Under the curious eyes of all the officials, King Shu finally assembled the pulley block and tied it with ropes.
"Before I demonstrate the wonderful use of this thing, I would like to ask you a question." The King of Shu deliberately pretended to be a lie.
This is what Emperor Wu requested.
"What does King Shu want to ask?"
As for civil servants, someone stood up.
"Do you think I, the king, can lift a stone of the same weight as me with one hand?" King Shu looked around.
These civil servants and military generals were all interested, and the generals even bluntly said: "Absolutely impossible!"
"Not to mention lifting you with the same weight, even if it is only half your weight, you will never be able to lift it with one hand."
Civil servants may need to think more about this matter, but the general gave the answer directly.
They have all fought in wars and often lifted heavy weapons, so they understand the importance of weight.
If the King of Shu really has this strength, he will become a brave general in the world.
Everyone in the court believed that this was impossible for the King of Shu.
"How can this be lifted?"
"Is His Royal Highness the King of Shu joking?"
"Hahaha……"
In the court hall, there was a sound of celebration.
But the King of Shu just smiled mysteriously and motioned for the pulley group to be installed on the thick cantilever beam.
So, he looked at General Cheng, who was not tall but very stocky.
"May I ask how much General Cheng weighs?"
General Cheng perked up as soon as he heard this: "A certain family weighs one hundred and forty pounds."
The King of Shu smiled slightly, made an invitation gesture, and said: "Next, I would like to ask General Cheng to hold on to this end of the rope. He is not allowed to let go under any circumstances. Is that possible?"
"sure!"
All civil and military officials in the dynasty were confused by King Shu's operation.
Could it be that His Highness the King of Shu really wants to give it a try?
If it fails, it will be a disgrace to itself.
King Shu glanced at Emperor Wu, and after seeing him nodding, he slowly pulled the rope. When the rope was tightened, General Cheng also felt the pulling force on his hands, which made his expression become wonderful.
In the main hall, countless pairs of eyes looked at King Shu.
The King of Shu looked relaxed, holding the rope with one hand. Gradually, General Cheng, who weighed a full 140 kilograms, was slowly hung up.
"hiss--"
"Am I dazzled?"
"He...how can he pull it up with one hand?"
The expression on the face of the man who had just vowed that the King of Shu was absolutely impossible.
Especially now, he is still one-handed!
All civil and military officials in the court were in an uproar and moved forward one after another.
"I'll try."
"No, no, no, change to something heavier!"
"Oh my god, I...I can actually lift hundreds of kilograms of things with one hand?"
Doubts turned into exclamations.
All the bigwigs in the court changed their expressions.
"Doesn't it mean that everyone in my Dawu people can become a strong man?"
In the Tai Chi Hall, you can hear the quiet sound of a needle dropping.
At this moment, they finally tensed up their nerves.
Even the slowest person can understand the magical effect of this thing.
This is really an artifact!
The King of Shu put down the rope, cupped his fists and said, "This is the wonderful use of this thing. Even a child, as long as he has the strength, can easily pull up heavy objects several times his own weight. If this thing is used in daily life, There will be endless benefits in the military.”
The hall exploded instantly.
The ministers were severely shocked.
No matter who is tested, they can easily lift objects heavier than themselves, which is very scary.
The eyes of Cao Rui, Minister of the Ministry of War, were shining, and the eyes of every general seemed to be shining with stars. Even the Ministers of the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Hubu also had their eyes widened and twinkling.
This group of court officials thought of countless possible uses almost immediately.
"His Majesty--"
The Minister of War, the Minister of Rites, and the Minister of Hubu stood up at the same time, and the scene was quite shocking.
The major officials in the court were also extremely excited, and each other's eyes were gleaming.
How much I looked down on this little thing before, now I want this little thing so much.
"His Majesty!"
The generals in the army also became anxious. They could think of countless ways to use the battle.
Emperor Wu and King Shu looked at each other and were very satisfied with the civil and military response of the Manchu Dynasty.
Because last night, they had studied this matter and discussed the use of pulleys.
In military terms, it can be used in siege and defense, which will greatly increase the probability of victory.
In terms of military architecture, the repair of the Great Border Wall is actually the most difficult.
One is because the terrain is high, and the other is because things are difficult to transport. If this thing is used, the efficiency is unimaginable.
In civil matters, there are even more areas where it can be applied.
Anyway, after Emperor Wu read the letter written by Li Zhao, he felt like he had opened up a new world.
Emperor Wu would never underestimate any invention, but he did not expect that a small thing could be so flexible and widely used.
If this thing is used properly, it can at least save millions and tens of millions of labor force for Wu State.
This is definitely not bragging. Emperor Wu and King Shu fell into silence for a long time after reading it.
Both of them were very calm about the surprise and excitement in the court today.
Those who had looked down upon the pulley just now were blushing furiously.
Emperor Wu signaled everyone to calm down. Where are you now? Why are you so excited?
"Dear ladies, do you still want to give it a try?"
Ordinary officials want to give it a try, but when they see that their superiors have not moved, how can they dare to move?
What's more, if they move, they will question the test results of these top bosses.
This is not a good thing for them who are involved in officialdom.
Seeing that everyone was silent, Emperor Wu smiled with satisfaction and said: "This pulley set was created by You Wang Zhao. It can be used in a wide range of fields, but I believe that the fields where this thing can be used are far less than that."
Even those who have opinions about You Wang Li Zhao cannot speak ill of him out of conscience at this time.
Everyone nodded in agreement.
"How do you think King You should be rewarded for this act?"
It’s a cliché topic again!
The big men in the court all had the urge to give up their job, and they couldn't remember how many times they had discussed the issue of rewards because of King You.
It gives me a headache every time.
