On the afternoon of the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, Lu Xiao personally visited the 624th Institute and delivered a diagram of the guidance system components. Radar, infrared detectors, optical sensors... every component and every circuit was clearly outlined, allowing for easy understanding at a glance. Wu Tong gave him a thumbs-up, filled with admiration.
"Based on the new array radar, we have refined the radar and detection sensors, and simultaneously upgraded the tracking algorithm control system... We hope it will be compatible with the new PL-15." Lu Xiao carefully explained to Wu Tong the concept of the guidance device he designed. The design actually doesn't take too much time, so they strive for perfection and upgrade it based on the original.
"Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Lu!" Wu Tong thanked him. Designing and upgrading required a lot of effort.
"These technologies are also quite useful to Weilong, so we worked together to tackle them!"
This foundation was originally conquered by his team in the past few years. Now it is time to upgrade it. It is not a big project, so he did not pull it out to work on it separately. He supervised the preparation of Weilong and carried out the research at the same time.
Wu Tong nodded. She now understood the importance of this.
Powerful radar systems can be used by land, sea and air, and anti-missile systems are a national defense line. An ideal anti-missile system can completely intercept enemy missile attacks, and missiles are the best carriers of nuclear weapons. Therefore, a complete anti-missile system can be called a "nuclear weapon terminator" under existing technological conditions, which has important strategic significance.
Real-time maintenance and updating are essential principles.
The guidance device was in place, and Lu Xiao stayed behind to follow up on the preparation. Within two days, the instrument cabin of the guidance device was completed, and other parts were completed simultaneously. The engine production line was built, and several units were prepared and assembled. The missile body was delivered, and everything was ready, and assembly began.
Hua Yanxing transferred the most skilled welding master from the 624th Institute to be responsible for the final assembly, welding and spraying of PL-15.
With the completion of the final operation, soon, a missile with sharp and smooth warhead lines, snow-white spray coating and blue markings appeared in front of everyone in the core team. The PL-15 air-to-air missile was officially finalized!
Everyone looked at the final perfect result with anticipation and excitement. Compared with conventional missiles, her size was petite and delicate, only 2.6 meters long.
However, only the core researchers who participated in its manufacture understood how much energy is contained in this tiny body, and how many world-leading advanced technologies are gathered in it!
Super fuel, super ammunition, super combustion engine, super high temperature resistant coating, super guidance, super control system, super missile body...
According to estimated data, it can reach a range of 270-300 kilometers and a penetration speed of more than Mach 5. Its advanced radar enables it to lock onto targets 300 kilometers away, truly possessing beyond-visual-range combat capabilities.
Shooting down an enemy plane with one missile is a routine operation.
After the first test, the rest was a matter of repeating the process. One by one, the first batch of PL-15 air-to-air missiles, a total of ten, were produced for the first round of testing.
After declaration, preparation, and approval, the PL-15's first test was approved, and two days later, the official test took place.
On the morning of February 14th, four key figures from the 624th Institute arrived in quick succession: Chu Hengyuan, head of the Research Department; Lin Zheming, general manager of the Aviation Group; Liu, leader of the Air Force; and Wu, leader of the Artillery. These four individuals were also the financial backers of the PL-15 project.
When they arrived, a brand new J-20 fighter jet landed at the airport. It would be used to conduct today's live-fire test.
The PL-15 was built with it as its core, and its participation makes it truly complete.
Captain Xiang Leiming, the first test pilot of the Weilong and also the leader of the Weilong formation, carried out this experimental mission.
"Mr. Wu, seeing is believing. I finally meet you. Thank you for your great contribution to the Chinese Air Force!" As soon as Air Force leader Liu saw Mr. Hua and Wu Tong, he quickly stepped forward, saluted them and extended his hand to shake hands with Wu Tong.
Afterwards, they didn't ignore Hua Yanxing and Lu Xiao standing nearby. "Thank you, President Hua and President Lu, for your support!"
"Old Liu, you are too narrow-minded. It should be a great contribution to Chinese science and technology and Chinese military!" The artillery leader criticized his old comrade and saluted simultaneously.
The new super high-temperature resistant coating was escorted to a confidential factory and put into production immediately. Experiments were carried out on missile modification with new super fuels and new super ammunition. The results were quite good. On the basis of the original, the power and range were increased by 30% to 50%. If it is further refined, the data will be even higher. This data has made him happy to this day.
"Thank you all for your trust, leaders. We've finally lived up to your expectations. Welcome to come and inspect the new PL-15 air-to-air missile!" Although this was their first meeting, they had already dealt with the internal systems before. Wu Tong handled the situation with ease, leading everyone into the monitoring room.
At nine o'clock, ten brand-new PL-15 missiles were loaded into the Weilong's ammunition bay, and the Weilong was ready for takeoff. A call rang out in the inspection room. "Loading complete, Weilong requesting takeoff!"
"Received, the Weilong is allowed to take off!" Air Force Leader Liu glanced at Wu Tong, and after receiving her affirmative nod, he picked up the paging microphone and conveyed the order.
The Dragon instantly sprang into action, its tail bursting with azure flames. After a brief glide, it soared into the sky. "Every time I see the Dragon take off, I can't take my eyes off it. It's so dazzling and amazing!"
"General Wu, General Lu, we can't always take care of the Air Force. We've already let the Air Force take the lead. When you have time, come and provide guidance on the equipment of the Second Artillery, Army, and Navy. We are all eagerly looking forward to your arrival. Army Commander Lei and Navy General Lu asked me to tell you that they sincerely welcome you!"
They were weak on their own, so if they pressed on land and sea, the three of them would be able to suppress the now overconfident Air Force! As for how to allocate top experts like Wu Tong and Lu Xiao after they lowered their gazes, it would depend on the willingness of these two experts and their own ability to fight for it!
We can’t always let the Air Force take the lead and be so complacent.
"Old Wu, let me just say that to you. You're being narrow-minded. This is the age of technology, and air combat is king. President Wu and President Lu are so far-sighted. How can you possibly be dragging your feet? The J-20 has been finalized, and we still have the J-35 to develop. We're currently preparing for the project application, and we desperately need your help!"
Lu Xiaogang delivered the J-20 J-20 with exceptional performance. Since Wu Tong entered the military, he has been digging deep into the aircraft sector. Seeing the promising trend, they, as a family, cannot let other shameless people poach them!
Starting from the Air Force, the goal of leading the world is most likely to be achieved by these two great experts, so you better watch them!
The glorious rise of their air force has laid a solid foundation and is just waiting for the right wind to fly!
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