Chapter 361 Fish and Bear's Paw
The steam is introduced into the steam turbine, which rotates the blades of the turbine to generate mechanical energy, which is further converted into propulsion to push the aircraft carrier forward through the propeller.
The core of a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is a nuclear reactor, which can generate a large amount of heat energy through nuclear fission. This heat energy will evaporate water into steam, and then use the steam to drive the steam turbine, which in turn drives the propeller to generate propulsion, allowing the aircraft carrier to sail. Many people think that nuclear power directly generates electricity, but this is actually a misunderstanding.
The advantages of this power system are its continuous and stable power output and ultra-long endurance, which enable nuclear-powered aircraft carriers to carry out long-term missions in the open sea without frequent refueling.
"Yes, it is the most basic conventional-powered aircraft carrier!" Upon hearing the question raised by Wu Tong, Li Huaimin's eyes lit up and he immediately responded seriously and happily.
That's great. It seems that Mr. Wu has done some research on the aircraft carrier sector and is not uninterested. This is good news for them! Conventional-powered aircraft carriers have already made them put almost all their efforts into their naval vessels. It is also said that nuclear-powered aircraft carriers represent higher technology and more complex ones!
"The Charles de Gaulle of France, the Nimitz and Lincoln across the sea... these are all nuclear-powered aircraft carriers!" When it comes to other military reserve forces, Li Huaimin can talk about these superficial information like the back of his hand.
In fact, they were also divided internally over whether to let Wu Tong develop conventional-powered aircraft carriers or to tackle nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. If perfect technology was available, who wouldn't want to have a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier? It was just that they came to ask for favors. This was Academician Wu's first time dealing with an aircraft carrier project, and they asked him to develop a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. It seemed a bit too much to ask!
"At present, the mainstream of the world is that conventional-powered and nuclear-powered aircraft carriers are the main ones. It is said that the two types of aircraft carriers are similar in terms of application, and their performance has their own advantages and disadvantages. Although the endurance of conventional aircraft carriers is limited compared to that of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, they are more controllable in terms of cost, maintenance and safety.
For emerging navies like China, conventionally powered aircraft carriers are more feasible, providing powerful delivery and combat capabilities while avoiding the complexity of nuclear technology!
Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers use the heat energy generated by nuclear reactors to propel the ship, and have a continuous and stable power output and ultra-long endurance, which is an advantage when performing global cruises and offshore operations. However, the high cost, complex maintenance and nuclear radiation issues of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers are also challenges that we cannot ignore, right? "
Wu Tong briefly pointed out the advantages and disadvantages of the two aircraft carriers to Li Huaimin, "What are our considerations for the navy?" Should we develop a conventional-powered aircraft carrier, or should we develop a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier? Or is there a higher requirement?
She actually doesn't mind making requests. The more specific the request, the clearer the goal. With a specific goal, she can develop and design according to the goal she wants to achieve.
Therefore, Wu Tong is not afraid to make requests. Although the aircraft carrier should be a huge challenge for her, for Wu Tong, a new challenge is a new learning opportunity. If there is a research project with sufficient sovereignty and can help the country, she will devote herself to it. She asks herself, she still has some ability to tackle tough problems!
"We shamelessly hope that Academician Wu can give full play to your efforts. Whether it is a conventional-powered aircraft carrier or a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, we actually need them. Even Academician Wu, if you have a better plan, we will fully support it! Funds, funds, manpower, as long as you are sure, we will fully support you!" Li Huaimin said every word seriously. Since it is a request, then let them be shameless this time.
"If we can make our aircraft carrier lead the world's advanced level, that would be the best. If not, better than the current level is also acceptable!" Their hope is their demand, but it is not a restriction on Wu Tong. Li Huaimin immediately made his attitude clear on this point.
"Leader Li, I understand your intention. However, if we want to do something, we should strive for the best, right?" Wu Tong's eyes sparkled. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier's sustained and stable power output and ultra-long endurance, while the cost, maintenance and safety of conventional aircraft carriers are more controllable... They can have all of these, like having the best of both worlds! They have to grab both with both hands and be strong in both!
At this moment, the young man's high-spirited aura was rippling around Wu Tong, and he wanted to compete with the gods. Who doesn't have such lofty ambitions and passions!
"Hehe... Academician Wu, you are this!" Li Huaimin gave a thumbs up for Wu Tong's response and high standards. Wu Tong pursues high standards for himself, but the benefits are enjoyed by them on the ship. As a future beneficiary, how can Li Huaimin not be happy!
"Mr. Wu, have you agreed? I will make preparations as soon as I get back! Project establishment, funding, manpower... You don't need to worry about it, I will arrange it all for you!" They will do all the auxiliary work, and Wu Tong will continue to focus on research. They will not let trivial matters disturb Mr. Wu.
"There is no doubt about this. I believe that Leader Li, you will arrange it. My understanding of aircraft carriers is rather general. I need to do a more detailed study of the current aircraft carrier information before I can determine the next step of research and development and design. I'd like to trouble you to provide the information!" Wu Tong never fights an unprepared battle. Before really entering a project, she needs to have sufficient study and preliminary research.
"Look at my memory. As soon as I arrived, I invited Mr. Wu!" Li Huaimin slapped his head. He was busy talking with Mr. Wu about aircraft carriers!
"Mr. Wu, you haven't arranged a recuperation this year, right? For this recuperation, you can bring your family to our Green Island Navy Recuperation Base. Our Ning Liao is located on Green Island. This is also the best time of the year for Green Island. It can give your family a good experience, and you can also board our Ning Liao for a closer look!"
This was one of the arrangements they made after they understood the situation and decided to invite Wu Tong.
They were serious about asking Wu Tong for help, and their actions were sincere. Knowing that Wu Tong valued his family, they made all the necessary arrangements.
"The information is fine. The information about the Ningliao and the aircraft carrier collected by our ships can be fully disclosed to you. We will give you the highest authority!" The information they disclosed is not only the information held by the country, but also the secret information they obtained through various channels, with great difficulty, and even at the cost of blood...
Not only do they have detailed information on conventional-powered aircraft carriers, they also have some, incomplete information on nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, which, without a doubt, can be opened to Wu Tong! Giving her the greatest support is not just empty words, but something real, what they are doing!
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