Su Lin paused for a moment,

"This project is very simple: develop a nuclear power plant for the [Mantis Shrimp] aircraft carrier!"

"Cough cough cough~~~ Nuclear power??? Principal Su, we develop gas turbine engines,"

Gas-fired power and nuclear power are worlds apart.

"Let alone nuclear power, our nuclear power plants have only just started operation. Are you going to move a nuclear power plant onto a ship?"

"Besides, we're a research base for developing aircraft; why would we build an aircraft carrier?"

The "Undying Brothers" lacked confidence; their major wasn't relevant to their job!

"I can't swim, and I feel a lot of pressure!"

Upon hearing Su Lin mention developing a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier,

The experts below immediately voiced their objections.

It's not that I have a problem with Su Lin, but this research and development project shouldn't have been assigned to me no matter how it's arranged.

"Shut up, Principal Su hasn't finished speaking yet. The task has been assigned; even if you change your major, you have to go and study it."

Don't forget whose salary you're all on!

Lieutenant General He stood up excitedly.

Principal Su's visit to inspect our work is a rare occurrence, and he even brought a new project with him.

You guys who do all the work, your first words are to undermine my leader, right?

"Principal Su, this nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is just too big. Do you have any specific research directions?"

Su Lin instructed the secretary at the 031 R&D base to project the blueprints of the nuclear power system onto an electronic screen.

"The power source is nuclear power, but your task is to develop the mechanical structure."

Whether it's nuclear power, fuel power, gas power, or firewood power,

Isn't the ultimate goal of science simply boiling water?

"Oh, oh, oh~~~~~ Principal Su, now that you put it that way, we understand."

"We're in charge of the propulsion structure; the nuclear reactor doesn't require our research and development, right?"

"That's simple. The blades of our WS-15 engine use the most advanced composite materials in the world."

It can definitely meet the power requirements of an aircraft carrier!

"Principal Su, is the tonnage shown next to it the design tonnage of the aircraft carrier?"

The various parameters of the "Mantis Shrimp" aircraft carrier are already marked in the lower right corner of the blueprints.

The design of the power system will be carried out with these parameters as the target.

Su Lin nodded.

"This time, we are developing the world's largest aircraft carrier by displacement, which will reach more than 120,000 tons."

"120,000 tons??? Even putting 10 WS-15 turbofan engines in there wouldn't achieve that power!"

"I've never designed such a large gas turbine before, it's hard to say!"

"Principal Su, do you have any design drawings, structural diagrams, or anything like that? If you have any drawings..."

We are confident we can complete the mission!

Su Lin purchased this nuclear power system from the system for 11 billion.

Not to mention design drawings and structural diagrams, even repair manuals, maintenance manuals, and subsequent upgrade plans...

They were all packaged together.

However, these blueprints certainly cannot be given directly to the 031 research and development base.

This research and development base, besides being controlled by Lanxiang Military Industry, is also managed by the Fifth Research Institute.

Commander Tang's Northern Military Region also holds a portion of the shares.

"The design drawings and structural diagrams will be sent to you by Lanxiang Military Equipment Training Center as soon as possible."

The research and development period was very short, only one month.

I don't like the progress of the power system affecting the overall situation, understand?

Once the propulsion system is successfully developed, it will also be able to support the weapon system, the defense system, and the upgrade plan for the J-20 carrier-based aircraft.

Even if the delivery wasn't on time, at least the main structure of the aircraft carrier can proceed smoothly into the manufacturing phase.

The overall progress will not be affected in any way.

"Principal Su, don't worry, I, He Yunfeng, will definitely complete this mission even if I have to eat and live at the base!"

Whether or not he can be promoted to general depends on this nuclear power system development project, which is He Yunfeng's only chance.

"Principal Su, what about the nuclear reactor up there? Shall we build a boiler?"

Someone has to boil the water, right?

"Is this what you're concerned about? With Principal Su's strategic planning, of course Lanxiang Military Industry is responsible for the research and development!"

Principal Su, is there anything else you'd like to explain?

The most difficult part of this research and development is yet to come.

With the research and development capabilities of the 031 R&D base, a giant power turbine can be manufactured to convert thermal energy into mechanical energy.

There's definitely no problem with that.

However, this "Mantis Shrimp" aircraft carrier is a top-secret project.

Moreover, the mission of the 031 R&D base is to develop core components for nuclear power.

Therefore, everyone must cut off contact with the outside world.

Until the power system is developed.

"The total development time for the project is three years, but we can't wait three years."

Now, India's aircraft carrier is even heading to the South China Sea to fish.

Therefore, our research and development schedule is only three months. During these three months, no one is allowed to leave the 031 research and development base even for a moment.

Cut off all contact with the outside world; in case of emergency, you must report it.

Those who wish to withdraw can do so now.

To develop the world's first aircraft carrier, it is essential to build an elite team capable of both combat and defense.

Researchers who lack willpower and ideological awareness are not qualified to participate in this project.

"Can't contact me for 3 months? My child is taking the college entrance exam next year. If he doesn't see me for 3 months, he will definitely underperform."

“Your child is at least an adult. My wife’s due date is in two months, and I won’t even be able to see my child for the first time.”

"I'm fine. Anyway, I've been single for 40 years, and my heart is already as cold as the knife in my hand..."

"A country comes before a family. I'm willing to accept this. At worst, I'll get a divorce! A man should prioritize his career!"

Upon hearing that they would be cut off from all contact with the outside world for three months...

Some of the staff members also hesitated.

"Don't you all know what the situation is like outside? Without an aircraft carrier, do you still have your wives, children, and warm beds?"

I, He Yunfeng, am the first to sign a confidentiality agreement!

Lieutenant General He Yunfeng set an example by taking a pen from his breast pocket.

He signed his name on the confidentiality agreement.

"Exactly! If we don't pass the exam, we can always retake it!!!"

"I've finally developed it! I absolutely have to take my kid to see our aircraft carrier! I've signed the agreement too!"

"Single people don't need love! Count me in!"

Under the leadership of Lieutenant General He Yunfeng, everyone present...

All of them signed confidentiality agreements!

"The project starts in three days! No one is allowed to leak this information. Do you all understand the seriousness of the consequences?"

"Yes, sir! I will complete the mission!"

Commander Tang gave a thumbs up, saying that with this kind of atmosphere, they would definitely achieve their goal ahead of schedule!

Beep beep beep~~~~

Commander Tang's phone rang.

Upon closer inspection, it read, "Commander Yuan??????"