Chapter 6, Research Challenges
The principal opened his mouth but ultimately did not speak in rebuttal. He was not unaware of the general's reasoning; rather, the aliens had troubled the Zor Star System for nearly two hundred years, and humanity was indeed unable to completely eradicate them. When considering cost-effectiveness, destroying the alien planet was actually the most optimized choice. After all, given the current technological capabilities of humanity, blowing up a planet is far simpler than eliminating a group of aliens.
Liu Fei, who is responsible for the cleaning work at the Optical Brain Research Institute
I have other matters to attend to. In any case, I am giving you one year to overcome the scientific challenge of stabilizing the micro-assist engine. You may contact me directly regarding funding or equipment at any time. The Marshal will personally follow up on the progress of the research. As for your suggestion to establish a research team among the students, that proposal has been rejected. The students of Zhaole Mecha University are all a bunch of trash, hum!
"Why haven't we seen the micro engine numbered 1317?" Liu Fei asked anxiously
"General..." The principal wiped the sweat from his forehead and hesitantly said: "I believe that this conclusion..."
Regarding the importance of auxiliary engines, to put it simply, when everyone is using the same model of main engine mecha for combat, if one side's auxiliary engine can suddenly increase the speed of a certain component of the mecha by 20% or even higher during battle, it is easy to deduce who will emerge victorious. This is akin to using cheats in a game
"Blow up the alien planet?" The soldier looked at the principal with a face full of disbelief and said, "If it weren't for our many years of acquaintance, I would really doubt whether you are the president of the Zhaor Mecha University!"
Cough cough... The principal was mocked by the soldier, his face flushed with embarrassment. He lowered his head, his hands vigorously rubbing against each other, seemingly struggling to control his emotions.
There is nothing that can be said, the Seven Star Domains appear to coexist peacefully, yet beneath the surface, turmoil brews. In addition to the covert struggles among the interstellar warlords, some underground forces are also stirring. Zor Star has a complex position, situated at the forefront of the alien conflict. Although the aliens have been suppressed to their home planet, we must allocate a significant number of troops to guard against their counterattacks. It seems that Zor Star is the most powerful military presence among the Seven Star Domains, yet in reality, the Zor Star System is the most vulnerable among the seven star systems. In this world, there are no excessive 'buts' or reasons. More than a century ago, if it were not for the soldiers who built one defensive line after another with their flesh and blood, Zor Mecha University would have long been reduced to ashes. Hmph, if the Zor Star System were to fall, it would be feared that not a single egg would remain intact under the overturned nest.
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At the moment when Su Su turned her gaze to look at the two cleaners, she only saw two orange-red silhouettes
This noon was a painful one, which further strengthened Liu Fei's determination to enter Zhaor Mecha University. The reason is simple: if he were a student at Zhaor Mecha, he would have the right to use the holographic scanning system. As long as the holographic scanning data is retained, he could study it slowly.
Feeling the disdainful gazes around him, the strong young man trembled with anger. This time, he not only failed to win Su Su's favor but also ended up looking foolish, becoming the subject of ridicule. After all, challenging a janitor is not exactly a dignified matter
Oh, someone ... ...
However... however... a heavy pressure emanated from the soldier, causing the principal to feel as though his shirt was completely soaked and his breathing became somewhat difficult
The optical brain is the soul of the mecha, while the engine is its heart. Liu Fei is well aware of the decisive role that an advanced engine plays in a mecha.
Dear Principal, although space is vast and boundless, the planets that can truly support human habitation are exceedingly rare. It has been nearly a thousand years since humanity's technological civilization broke through the limitations of space, marking an era of interstellar exploration. Currently, the number of planets found suitable for human habitation is fewer than one thousand, and most of these have been transformed through significant investment. The number of planets that can directly support human life is extremely limited. According to data, the Alien Planet is comparable to Earth, the birthplace of human civilization, as it can support human habitation without any modification. Its rarity is sufficient to attract the attention of any human. As you may know, during the era of interstellar migration, Zor Star was originally inhabited by a group of fierce, intelligent creatures resembling humans, which were considered the greatest extraterrestrial threat to humanity. The first generation of settlers spent over two hundred years completely eradicating these formidable indigenous inhabitants. If we follow your line of thought, Zor Star would have been shattered into pieces hundreds of years ago, and thus, Zor Mecha University would not exist.
After standing for less than a minute, Liu Fei walked over. He did not want to waste time here; what interested him was the mecha laboratory
It seems that the work can be completed ahead of schedule today
"General, there is something I have never understood. Why not destroy the Alien Star to eliminate the threat of Zor Star and completely eradicate the aliens once and for all?" The principal's face flushed red, then white, and finally turned pale, as he weakly inquired.
In fact, Li Meng did not take the recent events to heart; as long as it was not a group fight, he was willing to face any challenge from others. In truth, he was not afraid of a group fight either, as long as Liu Fei was there.
Yes, Principal
Due to his prolonged presence in the mecha laboratory, Liu Fei has gained some understanding of engines. For instance, the micro engine numbered 1317 has completely overturned Liu Fei's perception of micro auxiliary engines, both in terms of shape and size
Liu Fei? The principal hesitated, as he vaguely seemed to recall this name
She is Su Zijing, the most beautiful woman at Zhaol University of Mecha Engineering
"Is it too early?" The soldier snorted and said, "The 'core' engine has been in the laboratory for a full thirty-six hours. Aside from a janitor who tidied it up and checked it, it has not attracted any further attention from the students. Could it be that those are the top students of your esteemed institution?"
"Principal, from the holographic image observation, Liu Fei is very interested in the micro-assist engine. Should we..." The silence was broken by Professor Yun
The atmosphere was tense, and the expressions of the people were serious, especially that of the soldier in uniform, whose cold demeanor was filled with the unique iron-blooded temperament of a military man
Apologies! Liu Fei stood one meter behind Su Su.
Liu Fei, standing by the laboratory window, glanced at the sky. Based on past experience, precious rain would fall three days later
Li Meng prefers battleships; he looks down on mechas. In Li Meng's eyes, fighting in the vastness of space while piloting a battleship is far more impressive, and commanding a fleet is even more so. Besides his fervent pursuit of martial prowess, Li Meng's ambitions are much greater than Liu Fei's. His dream is to one day command a fleet of starships, gallivanting through the stars.
After completing the vacuuming, the next step is to clean the floor. The tool for cleaning the floor is a machine resembling an octopus, equipped with over ten flexible mechanical arms that can be adjusted freely in angle. At the top of each mechanical arm, there is a powerful oil stain remover that can easily handle any dirt encountered
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What drove Liu Fei to the brink of despair was the sudden disappearance of the engine he was so deeply concerned about, to the extent that he could not even find any information in the main control brain. Liu Fei felt a bit frantic; since discovering the micro auxiliary engine, he had not had much time to study it in detail. The time in the laboratory was strictly controlled both in the morning and evening, with only the midday period allowing for more flexibility, as Liu Fei and Li Meng had the authority to enter and exit the laboratory freely during that time
However, Li Meng, who was engrossed in the interstellar game, was quickly pulled back to reality by Liu Fei
Looking at the flowing hair that fell to her waist and her graceful silhouette, Liu Fei hesitated for a moment, then drove the cleaning vehicle to another location to clean. He did not want to have any form of contact with this woman. The incident that happened to Li Meng at noon once again confirmed that the saying of the iron-headed man was correct: women are a source of trouble
However, people can only think about it; any human who wishes to destroy the alien planet will immediately become a public enemy of all humanity as soon as they express their views, especially those who have not been harmed or disturbed by the aliens.
The sky gradually darkened, and the sunlight turned a shade of orange-red. A light rain swept through the sky, and under the illumination of the sun, it resembled countless falling ribbons.
Today, the time was advanced by more than an hour. With the additional time for cleaning, his stay in the mecha laboratory will be significantly extended. Thinking about having ample time to study some mechas that interest him, Liu Fei felt a sense of inexplicable excitement
In the historical tide of the development of human mechanical civilization, each reduction in the size of engines represents a significant technological advancement
Amidst Li Meng's unrestrained laughter, the two departed with great strides
I accept your challenge, go to the administration office to fill out the application form, poor child, hahahaha
If the Marshal were to know that our most renowned institution in the Zhaor Star System is actually so subpar, I wonder if he would still invest a substantial amount here every year
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He... is not capable. I certainly do not want others to see the joke of our Zhuoer Mecha University, where tens of thousands of students cannot find a few talented individuals, and in the end, we have to rely on a janitor. Besides, what does a janitor know?! I have also seen the holographic image; he merely checked it on https://www.hetushu.com.com and did not show any particular interest. Alright, let's leave this matter here. You all filter through and establish a research team from the faculty, and it must be kept confidential... I have also seen the holographic image; he merely checked it on https://www.hetushu.com.com and did not show any particular interest. Alright, let's leave this matter here. You all filter through and establish a research team from the faculty, and it must be kept confidential...
Liu Fei knew that it was water captured from a comet by artificial means
The soldier let out a cold snort, and the air inside the principal's office trembled due to the forceful slam of the door
Liu Fei waved his hand in slight frustration; he knew there would be no result as soon as he asked. Someone like Li Meng, who had no affection for mechas whatsoever, would certainly not care about a pitifully small auxiliary engine.
Destroying the alien planet would certainly relieve the Zor system of any concerns, but humanity would lose a habitable planet. The esteemed principal may not fear leaving a lasting infamy, but as decision-makers of the Zor system, we must still exercise caution
You may continue
In fact, there are many who share the same thoughts as Zhaol Star and the principal. The Alien Star hangs over the Zhaol Star System like a guillotine; as long as the Alien remains, the humans of the Zhaol Star System cannot enjoy a moment of peace.
Zhuoer Star is an extremely water-scarce planet, requiring substantial annual investments to capture water resources from outer space
After leaving the restaurant, Liu Fei and Li Meng returned to the mecha laboratory
At the moment when Liu Fei was feeling frustrated and regretting not using a caliper to record the basic data of the miniature auxiliary engine, the miniature auxiliary engine that had been weighing on his mind was quietly placed on the desk in the principal's office at the school, shimmering with an eerie metallic luster
The volume of an engine is directly proportional to the power it generates. Under the condition of producing the same power, miniaturization of engines has always been one of the most challenging research topics.
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In the midst of contemplation, Liu Fei has already begun his work. First, he drives an intelligent cleaning vehicle to remove dust from the glass. The vehicle's nano filter vacuum cleaner swiftly glides over the glass, with the cleaning nano vibrating rapidly in the middle. Wherever it passes, the surface becomes spotless and gleaming.
In the spacious principal's office sat a soldier in military uniform, along with several teachers in uniforms, including Professor Yun from the quantum brain laboratory
1317...... How would I know? Wasn't it you who placed it?" Li Meng said, his eyes fixed intently on the holographic screen, while his hands continuously danced over the control panel.
Oh
In a corner of the laboratory, a curly-haired beauty is intently focused on testing the optical path sensor of a mecha model. The data on the holographic display is rapidly scrolling down, indicating that the data is currently being tested
Human energy is limited, and the knowledge contained within any given discipline is vast and boundless. Some scientists dedicate their entire lives to mastering a single area, yet they may never fully grasp it. For this reason, most researchers choose to specialize in one field. The research and development of engines have spanned over a thousand years, and it can be said that even the slightest modification to a classic engine is exceedingly difficult.
Li Meng immediately immersed himself in the exhilarating interstellar war, commanding thousands of troops to sweep through the vast simulated battlefield, and in an instant, he forgot the troubles he had just faced
When Liu Fei saw the micro auxiliary engine for the first time, he knew that this micro engine would bring unprecedented impact to the mecha. It is important to note that achieving a revolutionary breakthrough in the main engine of the mecha is extremely difficult, which is why many people's attention has turned to the micro auxiliary engine.
Things often have dual aspects, and Su Su's inner state is not as calm as people imagine. After all, the matter is related to her. In reality, she has been keeping an eye on the developments. However, she did not expect that the situation would conclude with two cleaners gaining the upper hand, which is somewhat unexpected.
Fifteen minutes later, Liu Fei stood behind Su Zijing. Apart from the scope of Su Zijing's work, Liu Fei had already completed all the tasks in the laboratory.
It is unclear what the reason is, but most of the teachers in the Optical Brain Laboratory are absent today. The students appear particularly disorganized, and with an hour and a half left until class ends, the entire laboratory has already become quite empty
While people were engaged in heated discussions, the protagonist of this incident, Su Su, remained elegantly savoring her food from beginning to end, her gaze focused and completely unaffected by the outside world
Although Liu Fei can freely enter and exit the optical brain laboratory and the mecha laboratory, in reality, he is unable to use the high-end equipment. This is because the high-end equipment in the laboratory is controlled by the main optical brain of the school, and Liu Fei's level is still far from sufficient.
The principal's office fell into a prolonged silence, with both the principal and a group of teachers displaying expressions of deep frustration. Undoubtedly, the soldier's last words wounded the self-esteem of everyone present, as the students here are their students, and rejecting the students is tantamount to rejecting the efforts they have invested.