Once the funding allocation is determined, the project applications for the DF-17 hypersonic missile and PL-17 air-to-air missile can be approved. The higher-ups acted very quickly, and the R&D funds were transferred to a special account within three days.
The five investors maintained their usual pace. The sooner the funds were in place, the sooner Wu Tong could perform a miracle. They were all witnesses to Wu Tong's abilities, and the beneficiaries of his profits. They had no doubts about his abilities, and all of his projects were now prioritized for support.
With the approval of the project leaders from both sides, Wu Tong immediately began the material verification test project, initially allocating all funds from the institute's working capital. While her limited free funds might not be enough for a major initiative, and certainly not enough to support two major projects, it was still sufficient to provide initial support for the materials' initial launch.
Throughout the institute, Wu Tong's staff were familiar to him. The team had been well-established and their roles were becoming increasingly clear. With Wu Tong's command, the entire institute began to operate smoothly despite the busy schedule.
Deducing a detailed model and preparation process for the material was like replicating an operation by following a blueprint. Each precise step was controlled by only a few key individuals, and only Wu Tong, the developer, had the most detailed knowledge. The other researchers were responsible for their own specific steps, greatly minimizing the possibility of leaking core information.
The two weeks was actually Wu Tong's maximum deadline. He completed the initial verification tests for the two parallel operations within the first week. He then spent another three or four days repeating the preparation work. All in all, he completed all material preparation and verification within ten days.
The new elastomeric material, as Wu Tong expected, is extremely resistant to high temperatures. It can remain almost burn-free at a high temperature of 3,000 degrees Celsius, and can maintain extremely stable mechanical properties at a temperature of 3,500 degrees Celsius.
The remaining materials also met Wu Tong's predictions, maintaining Wu Tong's consistent focus on innovation and stability. With the materials finalized, the overall preparation plan could be implemented. Funding was allocated immediately, and the formal construction began. She also prepared to head to the Second Academy of Aeronautics and Astronautics to work on engine research and development.
Zhu Dingjun had assumed that two weeks was Wu Tong's minimum requirement for a single material. Material development wasn't always smooth sailing, and it wasn't uncommon for others to take three to five years. However, Wu Tong completed the development and preparation of several materials in just ten days, perfected the process, and even connected with the factory to start production.
This speed truly astonished Zhu Dingjun, witnessing Wu Tong's efficiency for the first time, but at the same time, he was also overwhelmed with joy. Who wouldn't want to collaborate with such a top-tier expert who could produce results so efficiently? Wu Tong's tangible achievements proved she was a true master in materials science, and no one could deny that.
"Mr. Wu, I'll start the overall preparation right away. I hope you can come and take charge of the project in person. I've arranged office accommodations, and the lab and team are all coordinated. I just need you to come and give me your guidance!"
Zhu Dingjun invited her earnestly. She was eager to take on such an extremely difficult project challenge and wanted Wu Tong to take charge. She was the backbone of the entire project.
She was glad she hadn't underestimated Wu Tong's abilities. After returning from Wu Tong's visit, she immediately began preparing for the official launch of the project, arranging everything, including personnel and environmental coordination. Otherwise, she would be completely overwhelmed by now.
"Okay, Mr. Zhu, I'll arrange time to go there in the next two days!" Wu Tong agreed with a smile. He didn't leave immediately because he had to put the things on hand in order.
Because she was constantly working on key projects, although the school didn't have a clear understanding of the situation due to confidentiality, the message conveyed to the principal was clear. Therefore, Wu Tong's focus remained on research, and she didn't schedule regular classes.
In this case, it is relatively convenient for Wu Tong to go in and out. He just needs to inform Dean Pan.
The school supports Wu Tong's current focus on scientific research. After all, Wu Tong has achieved one major achievement after another and won one award after another, bringing great honor to the school.
With such a great benefit, it was only fitting that Wu Tong was forced to complete ordinary teaching tasks. Because her superiors and teachers were all reasonable people, Wu Tong felt that the atmosphere at Peking University was very good and was more willing to produce results and let Peking University share her glory.
People are all made of flesh and blood. If you respect me an inch, I will return you a yard. Only by repaying one heart with another can the relationship last. Wu Tong also mentioned to the teacher that she is not responsible for ordinary teaching tasks now, and the annual salary can be recovered by the school.
Pan Wenhua explained this point very clearly to Wu Tong. As long as Wu Tong is in Peking University, the invisible influence and scientific research results created by Wu Tong cannot be exchanged for that annual salary. The school is just afraid that Wu Tong will not accept it, so it wants Wu Tong to cut off ties with the school, and will not think that Wu Tong has received an annual salary but has done nothing.
At the research institute, Wu Tong was also given an annual salary. Although Wu Tong's contributions could not be announced openly, the higher-ups had no intention of treating her unfairly. Adding it all up, Wu Tong's annual income could be said to be very generous. Her travel, food, clothing, housing and transportation were now all arranged by the state. Apart from honoring her family, she had basically no extra expenses. The money in the account was really just numbers to her now.
Wu Tong had nothing to worry about in terms of teaching tasks. The only thing he needed to deal with was the upcoming graduate student interviews. It was now the end of March and the beginning of April, and the re-examinations had already begun. The results were basically clear, although they had not yet been announced to the public. However, for the more promising candidates, as both parties were interested, they could begin the interviews.
Although Wu Tong has tasks to do, fortunately, both sides have strong chief engineers to lead the tasks. She is only responsible for research and development and does not have to stay in two project teams all the time. In this case, if there is a suitable candidate, it is still possible to lead two students.
In her absence, Wu Tong plans to delegate daily teaching duties to Senior Xu and Professor Li, or to provide remote instruction. Graduate students don't need her constant oversight, and this gives both of them freedom. If a student is qualified, her mathematics and physics office will have additional staff, allowing them to serve as a candidate for a future team. Whether or not a student joins the team will depend on her future student's performance.
A year ago, she was still a student. Now, a year later, she has to sit at the interview desk to interview her students. Wu Tong feels that this reversal of relationships is quite novel.
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