Lu Yan carefully examined the wheels of the howitzer and discovered that they adopted a new design.
It allows for more flexible movement and adjustment of the firing direction.
Inside the factory, machines roared and sparks flew.
Workers are assembling and testing the artillery in a busy and orderly manner.
Some of them were using files to grind the cannon barrel, while others were using wrenches to tighten screws.
Some were using measuring tools to measure the dimensions of parts, each movement skillful and precise.
Every part fits perfectly, and every step is meticulous.
The air was filled with the smells of gunpowder and engine oil, along with the crisp sound of metal clashing.
They intertwine to form a unique industrial symphony.
Lu Yan toured each production stage with great interest, carefully observing the structure and performance of each type of artillery.
They would occasionally ask the technicians questions and try out the artillery themselves to experience its power.
"What is the material of this cannon barrel? How heat resistant is it?"
Lu Yan pointed to a cannon beside him and asked a young technician.
The technician quickly put down his tools and replied respectfully:
"Your Excellency, the cannon barrel is made of our latest alloy steel."
"The heat resistance and wear resistance are greatly improved compared to the previous cast iron gun barrels."
He paused, then added:
"The formula for this alloy steel was improved based on the advice of adults."
Lu Yan nodded in satisfaction and then asked:
"What are the range and accuracy of the artillery?"
The technician pointed to a firing range in the distance and said:
"Sir, please look, a shooting test is being conducted over there."
On the firing range, a howitzer roared deafeningly.
The shell pierced the sky and accurately hit the target hundreds of meters away, sending up a huge cloud of smoke.
"The range can reach nearly a kilometer, and the accuracy is also very high,"
"The technicians said proudly."
"We are constantly improving it, striving to achieve a longer range and higher accuracy."
Lu Yan walked up to a mortar and carefully observed its structure.
He reached out and touched the cannon barrel, feeling the texture of the metal.
Then he looked at the gun mount and aiming system and secretly admired them.
The mortar was ingeniously designed and rationally constructed, and it achieved exactly what he expected.
"What is the rate of fire of this mortar?" Lu Yan asked.
The technician quickly replied:
"Reporting to you, sir, the rate of fire can reach ten rounds per minute."
Lu Yan then asked, "How's the recoil?"
Technical personnel:
"The recoil is well controlled and does not affect shooting accuracy."
Lu Yan patted the mortar barrel with satisfaction and said:
"Excellent! Keep up the good work and strive to develop more and more advanced artillery!"
Looking at the busy workers and the neatly arranged cannons, he was filled with pride and ambition.
With these powerful weapons, the army of Shannan Prefecture will be even stronger.
It is also more capable of protecting the peace and tranquility of this land.
After the tour, Lu Yan walked up to the factory director, patted him on the shoulder, and said:
"I am very satisfied with the progress of the artillery development. You have worked hard!"
The factory manager rubbed his hands together excitedly and said:
"I don't deserve your praise, it's just what we should do."
Lu Yan smiled and said:
"Next, we must continue to increase our research and development efforts and strive to develop more advanced artillery as soon as possible."
"Remember, our goal is to build an invincible army!"
"Yes, sir!"
The factory manager straightened his back and answered loudly, his eyes shining with determination.
Lu Yan turned and left.
He walked out of the factory and looked up at the sky.
A few white clouds floated in the azure sky, the sun shone brightly, and there wasn't a cloud in sight.
"Return to the manor!"
Lu Yan mounted his horse and rode away with a flick of his whip.
Lu Yan rode his horse slowly along the official road.
Along the roadside, golden waves of wheat rippled in the wind, a scene of abundant harvest.
Looking at this scene, Lu Yan felt a sense of relief.
All of this is the result of the joint efforts of the military and civilians of Shannan Prefecture.
"Sir, Qingshui County is just ahead."
A bodyguard rode up and respectfully said.
Lu Yan nodded, gazing at the distant outline of the city wall, and said:
"How is the city defense construction in Qingshui County progressing?"
"Your Excellency, the city walls of Qingshui County have been reinforced, and as you instructed, the latest cannons have been installed on them."
The guard answered immediately, his tone filled with pride.
"Um."
Lu Yan responded softly, pondering the rest of the trip.
"Pass down the order: rest in Qingshui County tonight, and continue to Jianmen Pass tomorrow."
Back at his residence in Qingshui County, Lu Yan sat in a grand chair, his fingers lightly tapping the table as he fell into deep thought.
Selling muskets abroad was just the first step; he had a much bigger plan in mind.
The goal is to develop Shannan Prefecture into a trade center and a bridge connecting the East and the West.
"Besides weapons, we can also export other goods, such as tea, silk, and porcelain."
Lu Yan muttered to himself.
He immediately summoned the officials in the government office and told them his idea.
"Sir, this is a wonderful plan!"
"An official said excitedly."
"Shannan Prefecture is rich in products. If these goods can be sold overseas, they will surely bring great wealth!"
Other officials also expressed their agreement and offered their own suggestions.
Lu Yan listened carefully to everyone's opinions and formulated a detailed foreign trade plan.
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