The phosphor bronze gasket was quickly manufactured, gleaming with a subtle, dark golden luster under the light. It was as thin as a cicada's wing, and its dimensions were precisely based on the data repeatedly calculated by Liu Li and Fu Jingchen. A new spring with slightly stronger elasticity was also ready.

Everyone's hearts were in their throats. No matter how perfect the theory, it still needs the ultimate test of practice. This delicate washer and tiny spring carried the hopes of the entire factory.

Liu Li took a deep breath, washed her hands, and under the watchful eyes of Master Wang Jianguo and several senior mechanics, personally took charge of the most crucial reassembly and adjustment.

She carefully placed the specially made compensation shim into a specific position within the worn bushing, her movements as gentle as if handling a fragile treasure. Then, she picked up the worn linkage rod and slowly inserted it. She could clearly feel that as the rod passed through the area compensated by the shim, the subtle, unpleasant stiffness disappeared, replaced by a smooth and even damping sensation.

"I feel right," she murmured, as if telling herself and also conveying confidence to the nervous onlookers around her.

Next, she replaced the old spring with a new one. She was completely focused on each step, applying just the right amount of force to ensure proper installation while avoiding any additional stress or damage to the delicate components. Her fingers were steady and dexterous, demonstrating the solid foundation she had honed day after day in the workshop.

Master Wang Jianguo stood by, arms crossed, his eyes following Liu Li's every move closely. He didn't offer any verbal guidance, but his focused expression itself was a silent form of protection and approval. He noticed that when Liu Li tightened a crucial screw, she didn't tighten it all at once, but rather used a diagonal alternation and pre-tightening method to ensure even force distribution. He also noticed that after she finished installing, she didn't stop immediately, but gently moved the linkage rod to feel its smoothness throughout its entire stroke range, and then used a dial indicator to check the repeatability of the key positions again.

This composure, meticulousness, and almost obsessive pursuit of precision far beyond her years gradually transformed the initial doubts in the eyes of several experienced craftsmen into amazement and admiration. This young woman truly has exceptional skills! And a truly meticulous mind!

"Engineer Fu, please prepare to conduct the electrical circuit test," Liu Li said to Fu Jingchen after finishing the installation and straightening up.

"Understood, the circuit is ready." Fu Jingchen was already waiting by the control cabinet.

Liu Li looked at the chief engineer and Director Zhao, took a deep breath, and reported: "Chief Engineer, Director, the mechanical parts have been repaired and adjusted. We request that we conduct a power-on test run."

The chief engineer's gaze was solemn. He exchanged a glance with Director Zhao, then nodded heavily: "Close the switch!"

"Close the switch!" the electrician foreman repeated the instruction.

The power switch was flipped on, and the indicator lights on the control cabinet lit up one by one. Everyone's eyes were fixed on the massive gantry planer, and they held their breath.

Liu Li pressed the start button.

The familiar hum of the motor filled the air, steady and powerful. The worktable began to move slowly, and the feed system operated smoothly. When the worktable reached the travel range where it had repeatedly jammed and tripped before, everyone unconsciously clenched their fists.

No unusual noises! No jamming! The linkage mechanism moves smoothly, and the corresponding indicator lights on the control panel light up and turn off accurately and promptly!

The workbench smoothly completed a full reciprocating motion.

It was a success!

After a brief silence, someone started clapping, and then thunderous applause and suppressed cheers erupted in the workshop! The veteran workers wore relieved smiles, and several young technicians jumped up excitedly.

Standing beside the roaring machine tool as it restarted, Liu Li listened to the sound that signified victory. Her tense nerves finally relaxed, and she realized that her back was soaked with sweat. She raised her hand to wipe the fine sweat from her forehead, and a tired but incredibly bright smile appeared on her face.

Master Wang Jianguo walked up to her, looked at the equipment that had been revitalized, and said only three words: "Well done."

At that moment, Liu Li, with her superb skills, calm mind, and bold innovation, accomplished a task that seemed almost impossible. She not only repaired a piece of equipment, but also established an indisputable technical authority in everyone's eyes.

The king returns with his strength.