Mr. Liu opened his eyes wide and his wrinkled face was full of excitement. This is 003, the first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier in the East!

Eastern's aircraft carriers started from scratch, from backward to advanced, step by step. By the time we have the 003 aircraft carrier in front of us, we can finally catch up with the world's most advanced technology!

“Currently, the length of the aircraft carrier we designed is 338 meters and the width is 81 meters, which is larger than the deck of our existing 002 aircraft carrier.” Babbage introduced at the side.

With his introduction, the 3D image of the aircraft carrier was flipped. The hull was originally facing everyone, but now turned 90 degrees, the deck is facing everyone.

 This is equivalent to an extra-large model, and is more convenient to move than a model.

The huge deck appeared in front of Mr. Liu's eyes. He stared at it hard, wanting to engrav this picture in his mind forever.

He will soon be ninety years old. He hopes to live for a few more years and see the scene of this aircraft carrier galloping on the ocean. If he doesn't have that opportunity, he can only enjoy himself by looking at the design drawings in front of him.

“The aircraft carrier deck still has a conventional layout. Currently, our design drawing shows the layout of four catapults.”

“Four catapults? Same as American aircraft carriers? Do you also think four catapults are more efficient?”

“No, this is not what we think, this is our plan. The specific choice is in the hands of the Navy. If the Navy still chooses three catapults, then we will remove one of them.” Babbage said. Sure enough, Mr. Qin is so powerful. He left the choice to the navy and solved the big trouble!

“One catapult doesn’t cost much, so the navy must choose four.” Mr. Liu said, “Even if it costs a little more, it’s worth it.”

Put aside whether it is useful or not, equip it first and then talk about it. When did our navy become rich and wealthy? Qin Tao sighed in his heart, as the motherland's economy developed and the national treasury was filled, the day would come when the navy would be violent.

 If cost factors are not considered, the Navy will definitely choose four units, which are more or less backups.

 After many discussions on our side, none of them are as rich and powerful as the navy.

"Because we don't need to consider the chimney problem, our ship island can be placed anywhere. After careful consideration, we believe that the rear plan is better, which greatly facilitates the dispatch of aircraft in the front. Now, we can take a look at the aircraft dispatch chart. "

As soon as the screen changed, many aircraft models appeared on the deck. Since the right side of the middle part of the ship was freed up, two rows of fighters could be arranged behind the two catapults at the bow! One row is placed across the side of the ship, and the other is leaning diagonally against the dotted line in the landing area.

These fighters are very convenient to dispatch. Just drag them forward to the ejection zones of No. 1 and No. 2. The efficiency of dispatch will also be greatly improved.

It is convenient to open up the ship island!

 If you include the elevators, there will be about twenty of them parked here!

The displacement of aircraft carriers is getting larger and larger, and the deck area is also getting larger and larger. This is because this method allows the aircraft carriers to obtain stronger performance. The combat effectiveness of two medium-sized aircraft carriers of 50,000 tons is definitely not as good as one of 100,000 tons. aircraft carrier.

“This layout looks much more reasonable.” Mr. Liu looked at the 3D projection model. Everything was lifelike. Suddenly, his eyes were shocked: “What is the canard layout fighter on this deck?”

At present, the Navy already has mature carrier-based aircraft. The heavy-duty J-50 and the medium-sized stealth J-32 cooperate with each other to form the navy's carrier-based double-wall. However, these are normal aerodynamic layouts and have not been seen yet. What about the advanced fighter jets with canard layout.

"This is an air superiority fighter developed by a brother unit. It is said that it is also undergoing a carrier-based aircraft modification. After all, it is a heavy-duty stealth aircraft, so we also included it in the calculation. We did not get it from the brother unit. Related information, this model may not be accurate, it is just for display.”

“Oh, behind the island, the carrier-based aircraft there don’t seem to have cockpits?”

 “That’s the planned drone.”

Mr. Liu nodded. When the country was developing aircraft carriers, the only supporting carrier-based aircraft were the J-7 and J-8. If you want to be a general, you can only use the J-8 to improve it. Now, there are many types of aircraft in the country, and carrier-based aircraft are also available. No longer restrict the development of the navy.

very nice!

“Next, let’s look at the island.” Following Babbage’s introduction, the aircraft carrier turned back, and then the island was enlarged.

"The biggest feature of this ship island is the use of comprehensive radio frequency technology. There is no ordinary radar or electronic warfare antenna on our ship island. All electromagnetic radiation is transmitted through the 18-sided phased array radar antenna on the surface. Realized, the surface of the ship island is more concise, now, let’s look at the interior.”

 The appearance of the ship island gradually blurred, revealing a cabin inside. This 3D image is really good!

Babbage picked up the laser pointer, pointed at one of the cabins, and introduced them one by one. Mr. Liu listened carefully. When he went to visit the US aircraft carrier, he was not allowed to visit the island of the US aircraft carrier. He had no idea what was inside the aircraft carrier. I didn't know that at all, but now, it's as if I'm looking at the entire aircraft carrier island from a God's perspective, looking at every cabin inside, and I have to say... I'm a little dazzled.

Mr. Liu took off his glasses, rubbed his eyes, and then continued to look.

"Mr. Liu, are you dazzled? Let's talk about it layer by layer." Babbage changed his approach.

Hence, all other structures on the island were hidden, leaving only the top layer. He started from the top and introduced it all the way to the bottom.

Mr. Liu listened carefully. For him, this was a rare learning opportunity. He even took out a small notebook and recorded it in it. Although he no longer had the opportunity to actually command, he was still studying and studying tirelessly. ,Live and learn.

"Okay, let's talk below the deck. Let's introduce it from the most critical power system." Babbage explained the following. He was also full of admiration for this Eastern Navy veteran. The old man came here to inspect and also come here. As for learning, the elderly have always looked forward to aircraft carriers and hope to master all the knowledge about aircraft carriers, whether they can still be used or not.

“With only two reactors, our aircraft carrier can have surging power, which is really good.” Mr. Liu listened to the introduction of the power system and couldn’t help but sigh: “Our nuclear power experts have made great contributions!”

Babbage smiled. This nuclear reactor also embodies the hard work of old Maozi experts. Krasnopolski and Kvasa came to the East together. One worked on nuclear reactors and the other worked on submarines. They were a perfect match. After developing nuclear reactors for submarines, they began to develop nuclear reactors for aircraft carriers.

This kind of nuclear reactor is much more advanced than the reactor of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier that Lao Maozi planned to build, especially in terms of safety. Many advanced methods are used to monitor the operation of the nuclear reactor. After several experiments, it is used on the aircraft carrier. Absolutely mature and reliable.

“Our nuclear power technology in the East has also developed, especially our high-temperature gas-cooled reactors.” Qin Tao said from the side: “In this field, we are also at the forefront of the world.”

 Lao Liu nodded.

“It’s just the driving aspect that has not yet been determined. It may drive the propeller directly through the transmission shaft, or it may be integrated into our comprehensive power system.” Babbage continued.

 “Why hasn’t it been determined?”

“Because the Navy is not yet at ease.” Qin Tao introduced the technical difficulties of this project. Mr. Liu pondered for a moment and then said: “So, during the design, can we make a compromise plan?”

 “What plan?” Qin Tao became curious.

"Even if we use nuclear power, we still burn the boiler, transport the steam from the boiler to the turbine, and then drive the propeller or generate electricity." Liu said: "So, when we designed the locations of these main engines, we installed them in The corresponding position needs to be driven by a transmission shaft, but the transmission shaft is not connected at the back, but our generator is connected. At the same time, the propeller driven by the motor is also installed at the back. If there is no problem with this system, then use this system. , If there is a problem with this system, then we only need to remove the generator and electric motor, replace the drive shaft in the middle, and then return to traditional power."

 Qin Tao's eyes lit up.

 Lao Liu actually solved the solution that everyone had been discussing for a long time!

This design method is indeed good enough, taking into full consideration the needs of all aspects. It can be used for high-end all-electric propulsion, or it can be converted into traditional power when needed, as long as the passage for disassembly and assembly is reserved during the design. !

 Ginger is indeed very spicy!

“Mr. Liu, your plan is feasible!” Babic’s eyes also shone.

The drive shaft of the aircraft carrier is very long. The length of the drive shaft of the two previous ships was more than 100 meters. Of course, such a long drive shaft will vibrate when it rotates. It will also test the installation technology. If it is not installed well, , that is the source of terrible vibration.

This problem will not occur with all-electric drive. This is why everyone hopes to use all-electric propulsion. However, the Navy is afraid that it is not reliable enough. Now, in this one hundred meter long transmission shaft space, install the generator and the rear The drive motors are more than enough. As long as they are aligned during installation, they can be replaced with a traditional drive shaft at any time in the future. The navy should accept it.

 In this way, high-end all-electric propulsion can be used. For aircraft carriers, all-electric propulsion is advanced enough!

"I'm just talking casually. If it can help, of course it's the best. If it doesn't help, just think of me as an old man talking nonsense."

"I can help. Your plan is good." Qin Tao said: "You have solved a big problem for us. I hope you will continue to give us suggestions in the future."

Liu Lao smiled and waved his hands: "I just had a sudden idea. It would be good to have such an idea. How can there be all kinds of ideas popping up all the time? Keep talking."

 “Okay, let’s continue the introduction.”

Mr. Liu continued to listen carefully. At the end, the introduction of the entire ship was completed without any comments.

“Mr. Liu, we have introduced the design plan of our 003 aircraft carrier to you.”

“Really? Have you finished the introduction?” Mr. Liu asked.

"yes."

“I seem to have not heard the introduction of the weapons on this aircraft carrier.”

"The attack power of an aircraft carrier is mainly reflected by the carrier-based aircraft on it. The aircraft carrier itself is not equipped with powerful weapons." Qin Tao introduced: "There are only some close defense weapons. If the enemy's anti-ship missiles can break through our **** formation, barrier, the only possibility is that all the escorting warships are sunk, and even if there is only one left, it will use its own hull to block the anti-ship missiles."

How brutal the naval battle must be to reach that level.

 Lao Liu nodded: "What is a close-range defense weapon?"

"At present, relevant domestic units have completed the research and development of the Hongqi 10 missile. Our aircraft carrier will be equipped with the advanced Hongqi 10 close-in defense missile to complete the final terminal interception. If our 1130 close-in defense gun is completed, it will also be installed Go up and intercept the fish that slip through the net." Qin Tao said.

“Well, these are all good. I heard that laser weapons seem to have great development prospects.”

 Everyone was embarrassed for a while.

“Yes, Mr. Liu, we have integrated power for the entire ship so that there is enough redundancy. In the future, if new weapons mature, laser weapons, electromagnetic guns and other weapons can be installed, but it is not realistic yet.”

Mr. Liu nodded: "I'm just curious. I know that laser weapons are still a long way from being practical, but this kind of weapon has great development prospects. Our close-in defense cannons and close-in defense missiles have quantity limits. Laser weapons No more, it can work as long as there is electricity, and there is no limit to the number of defenses."

laser weapon? This is really a good thing, but Mingzhou Group is a shipbuilder, but it cannot build laser weapons.

etc!

 Mr. Liu said this, maybe he heard some rumors, right? Are domestic laser weapons mature? Qin Tao's eyes lit up again.

“Mr. Liu, do we have a domestically produced laser weapon?”

Mr. Liu shook his head: "I don't know. When I was still working, I was exposed to the research and development of laser weapons. I don't know what progress it has made now. However, our country also has its own unique ideas in the research and development of laser weapons." of the place.”

In the science fiction novels of that year, lasers were called death rays, and laser guns and laser cannons were very popular. In fact, there are still many problems to be solved if lasers are to be used as weapons, the biggest of which is power.

If the power is not enough, the laser cannot burn through the target.

In 1964, a domestic optical and precision machinery research institute began to develop laser weapons and built a 120mm oscillation-amplification laser system with a maximum output power of 320,000 joules, which can penetrate an 80mm aluminum target at 10 meters indoors. However, it was not put into practical use until the 1990s. KBBF crystal was developed by relevant domestic units. It is the only nonlinear optical crystal in the world that can directly generate ultraviolet laser. The emergence of this material means that the core of laser weapons has been Solved, from now on the East has a huge advantage in this field.

However, the development of a brand-new weapon will definitely take a long time. It is not yet known whether the domestic laser weapon development has matured yet.

 Qin Tao has some regrets, but there is no need to regret. The existing close defense weapons are sufficient. After all, the most advanced anti-ship missiles are not in the hands of potential enemy countries.

Americans never have to worry about being unable to deal with other people's fleets, because the US fleet is the most powerful. The main anti-ship missile of the US Navy has long been the Harpoon, an anti-ship missile with similar performance to the C802. It doesn't need much upgrade. If you need long-range attack, just change the warhead of the Tomahawk missile and use it as an anti-ship missile. These are subsonic anti-ship missiles, and they do not have supersonic models on hand.

 Look again at Lao Maozi, look at the East. Most of the anti-ship missiles on hand are supersonic, with increasingly stronger penetration capabilities and more power.

Now that the Dongfang Navy is stronger, potential enemies have to be blinded. The anti-ship missiles on hand are not enough. They will definitely research new missiles, such as LRASM. However, their research and development will take a while, and they always lag behind the Dongfang. of naval development.

It was already the afternoon after the report, and Mr. Liu was still in high spirits. After having dinner at the Second Design Office, he continued on his way south.

 The special train became lively.

 Qin Tao was originally going back to Mingzhou. Even if he didn't go back, he would have to go back with Mr. Liu. Zhao Ling also accompanied Qin Tao and accompanied Mr. Liu south.

 The train did not run very fast, and the journey of more than 200 kilometers lasted until night. After arriving in Mingzhou, it was our turn to have dinner.

 However, Mr. Liu did not come to Mingzhou to eat.

“Mr. Liu, you’ve been busy all day, and you didn’t get a good rest on the train last night. You’d better rest first and go see the aircraft carrier tomorrow.” Qin Tao advised.

"I'm not tired, let me go take a look first." Mr. Liu said: "After participating in the launch, I was waiting for the outfitting and sea trials. I originally wanted to wait in the north for the sea trials to be completed, but this aircraft carrier The audition is still very long, and I can’t wait. After waiting for so long, can’t you let me go and have a look right away?”

Unable to defeat Mr. Liu, Qin Tao and others could only accompany Mr. Liu to the dock.

During the sea trial stage, the aircraft carrier still belonged to the shipyard, so it was also moored at the dock of the shipyard. Under night, the entire shipyard was brightly lit, and sparks were flying on the slipway and dock. Mr. Liu walked towards the dock with great interest, and then saw A behemoth.

 “This warship…”

“Lao Maozi’s cruiser was refitted in our shipyard.” Qin Tao introduced: “This warship was originally named Frunze, and it has an indissoluble bond with our East.”

 Mr. Liu paused, obviously thinking of the past. Back then, Mr. Liu was still in charge of work and experienced the Frunze incident firsthand. Looking at this warship now, he felt extremely sad.

Opposite the Frunze, a huge warship is moored quietly. Its majestic appearance makes people feel extremely shocked.

  Carrier, an advanced aircraft carrier without a jump deck on the bow!

 Mr. Liu took a deep breath and then stepped forward. At this moment, he seemed to be 18 years old again.