No. 243 Infrastructure
"Mr. Wu, we are currently conducting in-depth research on special silicon molecules to see if it is possible to develop more extended series!" Another researcher was also a little embarrassed.
It was Mr. Wu who discovered the special silicon molecules. The starting point of Tao Ran's reinforcement coating was also the use of a special silicon oxide molecule. After Mr. Wu's sublimation, we have the current super reinforcement coating.
Now, they are still conducting in-depth research based on Mr. Wu's work, and they still need Mr. Wu's assistance. Their level is really not up to par, and they hope not to hold Mr. Wu back.
"Very good. This is a topic worthy of in-depth research. You can continue to dig deeper and add more creativity!" Wu Tong nodded with a smile.
She discovered this special substance and made some superficial use of it. For the time being, she is unable to promote it on a large scale domestically and internationally. Therefore, more in-depth research will be left to these team members to slowly dig out more gold mines.
"I look forward to you creating more achievements!" Wu Tong sent an expectant look to the team members, and then continued: "Next, there is a basic task that requires your assistance!"
"Mr. Wu, please go ahead. We promise to complete the task!" Everyone couldn't help but look at Wu Tong solemnly. Mr. Wu finally had a formal use for them. They had to complete the task properly and demonstrate their own value.
Wu Tong laughed, "Don't be too serious. I just had an idea. I hope I didn't burden you. I need you to help me collect the commonly used infrastructure data of highways, super highways, etc. in the world, as well as the data of various adhesives and parameter data of some basic materials!"
If you want to do your work well, you must first sharpen your tools. Wu Tong wants to create a roadbed that is easy to build, has low construction costs, is earthquake-resistant and disaster-resistant, and is durable... and has various excellent functions. For this section, a basic understanding is essential.
"Got it, Mr. Wu. We will provide you with the information you need within three days!" Tao Ran and his group assured in unison that they would collect the information Mr. Wu needed as quickly as possible, complete the task assigned by Mr. Wu, and also be prepared to assist Mr. Wu in completing the experiment.
As soon as they heard Mr. Wu's request, they knew that Mr. Wu was going to do something big. Several people looked at each other, and they were all excited and expectant. They were going to be involved in such a big move, not to mention the honor and pride!
"Research tasks should be arranged appropriately, and your health should be the most important. Unless there are special circumstances, try not to stay up too late!" Wu Tong reminded them before leaving. We are all young people, and we still have a long way to go. These are all good seedlings that can grow into pillars of society, and we must not let them be harmed by not taking care of ourselves.
"Yes, Mr. Wu, we will pay attention!"
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Soon, the information Wu Tong needed was gathered in her hands. She was gradually adapting to the role of team manager, letting go of things where they should be let go, and letting trivial matters go to others. She also had more time to spend on projects that needed her more.
In fact, a better model is that the team can formulate a certain appropriate direction, and she will do the screening. The ideal state is actually similar to the aluminum alloy material studied by the teacher, and even some shortcomings are fine. On this basis, she will improve, extend and optimize it.
However, Wu Tong did not insist on this. Starting from scratch, for her, determining the direction of demand would not cause too much trouble.
China's infrastructure has always been famous, especially after six or seven years, it has jumped to the first place in the world with a total mileage of 140,000 kilometers of highways, and this data is still increasing. In terms of infrastructure, the country has always spared no cost just to facilitate the people and connect the whole country.
However, current data shows that the total mileage of domestic expressways is only nearly 70,000 kilometers, which is still half the total mileage required to make the list.
Wu Tong thought that if he could produce favorable results as soon as possible, enter into actual experiments, and then promote them at a faster speed, it would save the country some financial resources, create greater mileage, and spread miracles across the country, thus promoting development.
According to the data, expressways are designed to accommodate multiple types of vehicles, so the requirements for the road surface are very strict. Currently, expressways are basically built in multiple layers, and the road surface is usually divided into 4 layers. This is to prevent the seepage of water on the ground from taking away the soil at the bottom in severe rain and snow weather.
Over time, problems such as potholes and ground subsidence will form inside, causing the road to collapse and trigger major disasters.
The bottom layer is the soil base, which is a layer of soil that is repeatedly compacted by a roller. The next layer up is a gravel layer composed of various gravels, which is to enhance the bearing capacity of the roadbed.
The next layer above is a coarser asphalt layer, which is composed of a mixture of particles and can disperse the pressure from the surface; the top layer is an asphalt layer composed of a finer mixture of asphalt particles. It is also the layer that the car contacts, so it mainly provides a smooth surface.
After all, when driving at high speed, every pothole will increase the driving risk.
This is the basic construction process of ground highways. In addition, due to the gap in demand and the special topography, there are currently elevated sections in highways, which are mainly built with steel beams, steel bars and concrete layers. Generally, they are built in sections and then assembled, with a small seam between each section.
This design can prevent the road surface from cracking due to expansion and contraction.
Wu Tong circled the key points on the asphalt and steel beam reinforced concrete complex and stared at it for a long time. Since traditional steel can withstand the overload requirements of highways, what about MC-4 special steel? Can it be used in an extended way on this basis?
Today's buildings are no longer built using the traditional brick and stone model. Reinforced concrete is the main raw material used. The formwork is closed layer by layer, the steel bars are tied, and concrete is poured to form an overall frame structure. Bricks can only be used to make partition walls.
The speed of China's infrastructure construction is beyond people's imagination. Modular integrated buildings are built in a process just like playing with building blocks. A 57-story high-rise building was completed in 19 days. The title of infrastructure maniac is resounding throughout the country.
Can this fast model be applied to highways to reduce the difficulty of starting a highway, where the fastest speed is two months per kilometer?
Wu Tong's gaze gradually became profound, and the reserve knowledge in various fields of engineering and materials set off a tornado in Wu Tong's mind, which gradually condensed into a storm that could destroy everything in its path, stirring up tiny sparks, turning dots into lines, and lines into pieces... It spread like a prairie fire.
With pen and paper in hand, Wu Tong was naturally ready to start the deduction.
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