Of course Conrad Zuse didn't know that at this moment he had been targeted by the young man in front of him, who was thinking about how to tie him back to Brazil!
"Oh! Why did you turn to the study of computer software theory instead of continuing to study the next generation of computers?"
Fang Lang knew the consultant said.
Hearing Fang Lang's words, Conrad Chuze was obviously a little embarrassed and said embarrassedly:
"I developed the first and second generation computers at my own expense. The third and fourth generations were developed with funding from the German Aircraft Experimental Research Institute. But now...
Therefore, I can only conduct some software theory research in my own small courtyard. "
At this moment, Fang Lang didn't understand Conrad Chuze's situation, and said apologetically:
"I'm sorry, Mr. Chu Ze, I spoke out of turn.
I wonder what kind of help you want to get at the University of Zurich?
...
...
As far as I know, there are no scientists doing computer-related research in Zurich right now. The forefront of these technologies are in Britain and the United States.
Why don't you consider going to the UK or the US to continue your research?"
"Mr. Fang, thank you for your reminder! After my visit to the professors at the University of Zurich these two days, I found that everyone has done some research in this area.
However, their research progress was not as fast as mine, so I did not get much help.
Maybe you are right. I should go to Britain and the United States to get in touch with more advanced ideas.
However, I am German and my computers were used in the war for military purposes, and I am afraid I will be tried for this.”
Conrad Zuse's words were not groundless. There were indeed many such examples during this period. Many scientists taken away by the United States and the Soviet Union were also taken away in the name of arrest.
So, Konrad Zuse's concerns are very justified.
When Conrad Chuze said this, Fang Lang knew that his chance had come.
"Well! What you said makes sense! I also heard that many scientists were captured by Britain, the United States and the Soviet Union.
However, hiding in Switzerland is not a long-term solution.
Let me think about it!"
After saying that, Fang Lang pretended to think for a while and then said:
"How about this! Mr. Chu Ze, I have some strength in Brazil, and I can invest in you to set up a computer research laboratory in Brazil.
Since it is not convenient for you to go to other countries, I can spend a lot of money to invite some outstanding scientists from other countries to join your research team and set up a computer research laboratory headed by you.
At the same time, I will use my connections in the United States to obtain some cutting-edge research information on computers and provide you with reference. What do you think? "
Conrad Chuze obviously did not expect that the young man he met for the first time would directly propose to fund him to set up a new laboratory.
In his mind, of course, he was unwilling to give up his own research, but at the same time he also wanted to know the research progress of other countries in the world.
But the young man opposite me was the first time I met him, and they didn’t know each other well.
Moreover, the other party's proposal was so sudden that he was not prepared at all, which made him not know how to respond for a moment.
Seeing that the other party was hesitant and unable to make up his mind, Fang Lang knew that his suggestion was a bit abrupt.
Thinking that the other party was worried about being caught by the Allies, he smiled and said:
"Please rest assured, Mr. Chu Ze! Since I have invited you, I am sure to ensure your safety.
To tell you the truth, I am not a pure businessman. I am also a Brazilian naval officer.
The reason I appeared in Europe was to use my identity as an Allied officer to find some technical support for my family business in Brazil.
Some time ago, I was looking for outstanding talents in various industries in Germany.
You just said that your computer is used in Germany to analyze the stability of aircraft wing vibrations. I wonder if you know Mr. Kurt Tank and the Horton brothers.
Conrad Chuze's eyes widened when he heard Fang Lang's words, and he asked in disbelief:
"You're not going to tell me they work for you now?"
Seeing the other person's expression, Fang Lang knew that he must know the other person's identity. Since he knew it, it would be easy to talk about it.
But at the same time, Fang Lang couldn't help but wonder why Bolman, who was also a talent in the aircraft research and experimental industry, didn't help Fang Lang discover Conrad Chuze in advance. It seemed that Bolman was not sensitive enough to new technologies!
Fang Lang smiled slightly at Conrad Chuze's surprise.
“It seems that you know them. Don’t be surprised. They have indeed been recruited by me and are now building a new aircraft research laboratory in Brazil.
If you want to meet them, I can take you there directly."
Fang Lang's attitude forced Conrad Chuze to believe it, because this kind of thing could not be concealed at all. If he lied to him and he would not be able to see him at that time, Fang Lang would not be able to explain himself.
However, Conrad Zuse was recruited by a stranger he met on the street today, which made him feel unreal and he was definitely unable to make a choice for a while.
So, after hesitating for a long time, he still said tactfully:
"Thank you for your invitation, Mr. Fang! But this is too sudden. I am not ready to change to a new working environment immediately.
So, can you give me two days to think about it?"
Seeing that Conrad Chuze seemed unable to make up his mind for a while, Fang Lang knew that he couldn't push him too hard.
However, I don't want to let the other person slip away from my hands.
He rolled his eyes and smiled:
"Of course, it's your freedom.
But you can listen to what kind of help I can provide for this laboratory and then go back and think about it seriously.
First, I will build a professional laboratory in a beautiful place and purchase all the cutting-edge technology products you need from all over the world.
At the same time, we recruit scholars engaged in related product research from all over the world to assist you in conducting experiments.
We will also search for the latest relevant technical information and academic papers around the world for your reference and study.
I even plan to build a research-based college around your laboratory. If it goes well, I hope to build it into a research-based university like Zurich.
The most important thing is that the funding for this laboratory will be fully borne by me. In the initial stage, I can provide this laboratory with a monthly research fund of US$50,000.
If practical results can be produced, I will award bonuses to the institute and increase research funds based on actual conditions.
You and your family will be able to live a worry-free life in Brazil."
After Fang Lang put forward this series of conditions, Conrad Chuze was in a state of being hit by a pie in the sky. It was absolutely impossible for him not to be tempted by such good conditions.
But at the same time, he also felt strange as to why this young wealthy man whom he met for the first time was willing to spend such a huge price and invest so much money to fund his research.
Not to mention monetizing the experimental results, Conrad Chuze knew that the other party definitely wanted to profit from his research results without the other party having to tell him. However, he didn't understand if such a huge investment was worth it?
It gave him a very unreal feeling. The young man opposite him didn't look like a fool with a lot of money, did he?
Finally, he couldn't help but asked with a puzzled look on his face:
"Why?"
Perhaps there is no one else in this world who knows what computers mean better than Fang Lang.
Fang Lang believed that Conrad Chuze in front of him did not know what kind of changes computers could bring to the world.
From the question he asked, it can be seen that he does not have a very clear understanding of the future of computers.
At this time, Fang Lang has to act as a prophet or life mentor to guide these scientists who are still groping forward in the fog of science, so that they can take fewer detours and reach the other side.
"Because I think computers are the future. They will trigger the third industrial revolution after the electrical age, and they will change people's lifestyles in the future."
Conrad Chuze obviously didn't quite understand Fang Lang's evaluation of computers.
At first, his original intention of inventing the computer was to cope with heavy computing work. He just regarded it as a computing tool. His first computer was a mechanical calculator using some thin steel plates connected by screws.
Sometimes, if science and technology do not develop to a certain level, even the person who invented it cannot imagine how far it can go.
Although he didn't understand, he could see that Fang Lang really valued his computer skills.
This made the balance in his heart unconsciously tilt towards following Fang Lang to Brazil.
“Although, I still don’t see whether computers can really become the future as you said.
But I have to say, you really impressed me.
Please give me some time, I need to go home and discuss with my family before making a final decision. "
When Fang Lang heard Conrad Chuze say that he wanted to go home and discuss with his family, he knew that his chance had come, and he immediately took the initiative to say:
"Mr. Chu Ze, I wonder if I would have the honor to visit you at your home."
Conrad Chuze was unable to refuse Fang Lang's request for a visit. After all, it would seem impolite.
I can only say it awkwardly:
"My home is not in Zurich. It's in the small town of Hinterstein, which is nearly two hours' drive from here."
Fang Lang didn't even need to say anything, as the assistant who had been acting as an interpreter beside him had already taken the initiative to say that they had chartered the hotel's car in Switzerland and could take Conrad Zuse home right away.
For Conrad Zuse and his family who fled from Germany, it was a great fortune to be able to rent a dilapidated house in Switzerland to settle down.
The family members did not have stable jobs in Switzerland. When Conrad Zuse brought a convoy of five cars to this small town in central Switzerland and said he would take them to Brazil to start a new life.
Everyone was very excited. After all, Conrad Zuse was now the breadwinner of the family. Now he could only do some theoretical research at home. Since he had no formal job, he had no income at all.
If they continued to live off their savings like this, their family would soon run out of food, so as to whether they were willing to follow Fang Lang to Brazil to work and live, they did not even need to think about it and could make the choice right away.
Fang Lang, who had originally come to Switzerland just for the treasure in the hands of the Gestapo, was already satisfied with what he had gained from Switzerland. This was a typical double happiness!
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