[Chapter 604: Concept of New Engine Technology]
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This is a very serious topic. The things Ren Hong said seem too far away, but when you look back at the speed of human development, facing this possible problem, it will only take one or two hundred years to come, or even half a century later, when a human aircraft visits Proxima Centauri, you can get the results.
However, it may be really a worry. The planet that gave birth to intelligent life must first exist, which is an extremely low probability. The probability of a binary star system having a life planet is lower than that of a single star system, and the Samsung system is even lower. The complex orbital operation makes the planet's surface environment too harsh and frequent changes, and the probability of a "living zone" like the earth is really low can be ignored.
Human beings are already exploring unexpectedly about the solar system and have been collecting unique signal waves in the universe, especially unnatural signals. With the continuous advancement of technology, the exploration of the Centaurus galaxy closest to the solar system is becoming more and more frequent. Countless signal receivers, such as the "Guizhou Sky Eye", have not detected special signals from the Centaurus.
All these information can more or less prove that there is no civilized planet in the Centaurus Samsung system. Even if there is one, it is still behind humans. Once the scope of civilization's activity expands, it will never be concealed. If the "Three-Body Man" enters the K2 level, the current technology of the Earthlings will inevitably detect it.
In any case, Ren Hong is a human being on earth and a human being. Even if he can't wait for that day, in his world view, the Centaurus three-star system must become the territory of mankind. A three-star system right next to him is only 4 light years away. In Ren Hong's view, this is the favor of God.
How lucky is it to be able to put a star gate at your doorstep? What is even more fortunate is that not only did not encounter the tragedy of the Blue Water Man, but also inherited the legacy of the Blue Water Man. The Blue Water Man has such an amazing similarity with the current human beings. From a certain perspective, humans are the continuation of the Blue Water Man.
The legacy of the Centaurus Samsung system and the Blue Waterman is undoubtedly an opportunity for human civilization to quickly enter the K3 civilization in a short period of time.
Ren Hong thought for a while and said, "The so-called early birds eat insects. Xuanyu, I am going to separate you and specialize in cross-distance navigation technologies such as star gate and engine technology. In the era of great aerospace, the truth depends entirely on speed. I will give you a team and give you $1 billion in annual funding to burn. The team members can choose from the whole country. I will come forward to negotiate with the people of the National Academy of Sciences to ensure that you can form a top team of engineers."
When Xiao Xuanyu's eyes lit up when he heard this, he felt like he was ready to rub his hands.
Ren Hong is also courageous and allocates $1 billion in research funds every year to build a distant field.
He is very clear about the importance of Star Gate, especially now that the prototype of Lanshuiren Technology is the technical foundation. This seemingly distant goal is not a dream. Some things always need to be done by someone, and Matrix Technology is willing to spend this so-called injustice.
After a moment, Ren Hong pondered: "Star Gate is a symbolic product of K3-level civilization. If our country's vast territory represents a universe, the Star Gate is like a high-speed rail terminal. After the Star Gate is built, it will remain open. For example, the main station is operated. The train is a spacecraft and can sail long distances anytime and anywhere. The prototype technology of the Blue Water Man's Star Gate must not be effective. The limitations must be broken through. A main station can only lead to one road to the capital. How can it be? Such a large investment, only all parts of the country can go."
"In the future, after we build a technologically complete Star Gate in Centaurus, as long as we human adventurers and pioneers open up safe channels in the future, our spacecraft can reach any corner of the Milky Way galaxy 100,000 light-years from the Alpha Star Gate, and even ultra-long-distance space navigation across galaxies. Tragedy similar to the Blue Waterman will be avoided, at least we will not be killed by supernova."
Xiao Xuanyu was very excited inside, but Ren Hong's brief description showed him an epic chapter of the magnificent space navigation. Ren Hong's words were to incorporate the Centaurus Samsung system 4 light years away into the rhythm of the human back garden.
When Xiao Xuanyu thought of humans swimming in the sea of stars in the near future, he couldn't help but feel in love.
However, he quickly calmed down and said, "Boss, this goal is too far away. Although I am confident that I can take over the prototype technology of the Lanshuiren Star Gate and expand it, I think it is necessary to refer to the current productivity of human beings. If the productivity cannot be improved, even if I master the complete star gate technology, I cannot create it. It is equivalent to guarding the gold mountain."
Seeing Ren Hong's gaze of praise, Xiao Xuanyu was full of confidence in the recognition expression, and then said: "Boss, I think I'd better go through the level k2, otherwise it would be incomplete. My idea is that after decoding the technology of Blue Water Man, we should focus on marking the cosmic speed of the level k2 civilization first. After all, we can't become fat in one breath, and we will first turn the solar system into the back garden."
"Of course, you need to have ambitions and move forward down-to-earth is a must. It seems that you have ideas, let me tell you." Ren Hong asked curiously.
As soon as the professional discussion came, Xiao Xuanyu immediately transformed into a science madman. He danced his fingers quickly and said again: "Boss, my dream in this life is to hope that humans can travel to the sea of stars. Space technology is my specialty field, especially the spacecraft drive engine."
Ren Hong held his arms and watched him operate quickly. After a while, Xiao Xuanyu stopped the movement in his hand. More than a dozen focused screens were listed on the console. He pointed one by one and said: "I have been studying the issue of driving engines with new technology for a long time. The design scope is relatively wide. I have learned a lot of relevant engine technology ideas. Look at this, the ion propeller, the engine technology that has been implemented at present, needless to say, but it still cannot be separated from the traditional engine propulsion mechanism."
"This is the engine technology proposed by the Americans and is being studied by the United States. However, the shortcomings are obvious. In theory, it can reach a speed of one-tenth of light, but the radiation dust in the range is very fatal. However, the 'pulse propulsion engine' is extremely optimistic in the field of space technology. Many experts in related fields believe that it will become the baton for the next generation of human space propulsion engines and the best engine propulsion technology for traveling to the solar system. The possibility of realization is more than 70%, but the risk factor is very high."
"There is also this, the 'Nuclear Fusion Rocket' is a research project led by the Royal Star Association, code-named the 'Dadalos Project'. According to the Royal Star Association, the research nuclear fusion rocket uses ultra-high power energy excitation beams to replace the Tokamak's magnetic field. It uses conventional lasers to use magnetic fields to guide the hot plasma generated from the engine port, thereby generating propulsion."
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…(To be continued.)
Chapter completed!