Chapter 503: Comprehensive Implementation
Li Mingyuan walked toward the machine tool, carefully removed the processed part, blew away the residual metal shavings with compressed air, and then held it high so everyone could see clearly: "The core component of the Sea Eagle vector nozzle, the machining precision reaches 0.01 millimeters, the surface roughness is Ra0.8, fully meeting the design requirements."
A minister in charge of industry could no longer control himself; he rushed to the front row and almost snatched the processed item from Li Mingyuan's hands. His fingers trembled as he stroked the mirror-smooth surface, checking every detail, the disbelief in his eyes gradually turning into fanatical excitement.
"This... this is not a machine, it is the hand of God!" the minister said loudly, losing his composure, his voice changing pitch from excitement, "I have been in mechanical manufacturing for forty years, and I have never seen such precise, such perfect machining craftsmanship!"
He turned to the others, holding the component high: "Comrades, do you understand what this means? We no longer need to rely on a few master craftsmen with superb skills, no longer limited by manual experience and physical stamina! As long as there is the correct program, any complex part can be precisely replicated, an infinite number of times!"
A burst of applause and cheers erupted at the scene; the atmosphere of tension and suspicion was completely broken, replaced by a collective frenzy. A young mechanical engineer even knelt on the ground in excitement, hands clasped together, as if praying to some kind of deity.
Li Mingyuan let the enthusiastic atmosphere continue for a while, then gently raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet: "Everyone, what I just demonstrated is only a beginning. The 'Fuxi' Numerical Control System can be applied to various processing equipment—lathes, milling machines, drilling machines, and even forging equipment. We can build a complete automated production network."
He walked back to the central podium and pressed the remote control; the large screen on the wall switched to a complex flowchart: "This is the blueprint for the automated factory I have planned—with the 'Pangu' Computer as the central brain, the 'Nuwa' system as the design hand, and the 'Fuxi' Numerical Control Machine Tool as the manufacturing hand, the three are organically combined to form a closed-loop system."
On the flowchart, data flowed from the design terminal to the central computer and was then distributed to each manufacturing unit. Every link had detailed technical parameters and operating procedures. Even the most complex parts were broken down into a series of standardized, traceable manufacturing steps.
"According to this plan, we can transform the Core No. 1 Factory into a numerical control automated production line within three months, prioritizing the manufacturing of key components for strategic projects such as the Kunpeng, Sea Eagle, and Dragon Heart nuclear power station." Li Mingyuan's voice was firm and infectious, "By then, our manufacturing capacity will increase by more than ten times, precision will improve by at least five times, and the scrap rate will be reduced to below 5%."
He paused for a moment and looked around the room: "More importantly, this system opens a door to the future for us. Anything we can imagine, anything we can design, can be precisely manufactured. We are no longer limited by the level of craftsmanship, only by our imagination."
The scene was silent for a moment, followed by thunderous applause. Several military generals exchanged excited glances—they immediately realized what this meant: the advantages in manufacturing technology held by the Star-Spangled Country and the Beijixiong Guo would be rapidly erased, or even surpassed. The military equipment of Long Country would achieve a qualitative leap.
Minister Zhang finally found an opportunity to interject: "I have already made a preliminary study of Chief Engineer Li's plan, and it is indeed feasible. But there will be a massive number of challenges in the implementation process—retrofitting existing equipment, training operators, establishing new workflows... this requires a huge investment of resources."
He turned to the leaders present: "I suggest we immediately form a special working group to report directly to the higher-ups and apply for special resource allocation."
A middle-aged man dressed in a simple Zhongshan suit stood up; he was the highest-ranking leader at this meeting, and although he did not understand the technology, his political sense was sharp. He looked around the room and saw faces filled with anticipation and fanaticism.
"Comrades," his voice was low and powerful, "Today, I have had the honor of witnessing one of the greatest moments in the industrial history of Long Country. The technology demonstrated by Comrade Li Mingyuan is enough to change the fate of our country and change the world landscape."
He walked toward Li Mingyuan and gripped his hand tightly: "I promise you that we will mobilize the strength of the entire country to guarantee all the resources you need! The industry of Long Country, from today on, enters a new era!"
The entire room erupted again in thunderous applause and cheers. Several old scientists were moved to tears; they had waited for this day for too long—Long Country finally had the opportunity to catch up with the West in key technical fields and would no longer be a technology follower.
Amidst the applause, the leader continued: "I am making the decision on the spot to establish the 'Pangu Project' Special Committee, reporting directly to the top level. Minister Zhang will serve as the executive director to coordinate resources nationwide. Chief Engineer Li will be the chief engineer, with full responsibility for the technical direction. All relevant departments must cooperate fully; anyone who hinders the progress of the project will be regarded as hindering the development of the country!"
His words were resonant, and no one dared to raise an objection. Everyone present knew that this was a historic decision that would completely change the industrial landscape of Long Country.
After the meeting ended, the factory floor was still buzzing with noise. Those experts and scholars who had initially been skeptical were now gathered around the 'Pangu' Computer and the 'Fuxi' Numerical Control Machine Tool, scrambling to ask questions and inspect them. Several military generals gathered together, discussing in low voices the impact of this technology on military equipment.
Minister Zhang pulled Li Mingyuan to a relatively quiet corner: "Lao Li, to be honest, you really scared me this time. These technologies... they don't look like things that should exist in our era."
Li Mingyuan smiled slightly: "Science has no boundaries, only the limitations of imagination. I just changed my way of thinking and took a path that no one else had walked before."
Minister Zhang shook his head: "Don't give me that bureaucratic talk. I've known you long enough to know you have secrets, but I won't pry. I only care about one thing—can these technologies truly solve our problems? Can they let the Kunpeng launch on schedule? Can they let the Sea Eagle be mass-produced?"
"Yes," Li Mingyuan answered decisively, "As long as you execute according to my plan, within three months, you will see a miracle."
Minister Zhang took a deep breath: "That's enough. Next, I will do my best to clear obstacles and provide support for you, just go ahead and do it. However..." he lowered his voice, "The Star-Spangled Country and the Beijixiong Guo, I'm afraid they will become even more frantic. They won't sit idly by and watch this kind of technological breakthrough."
A cold light flashed in Li Mingyuan's eyes: "Let them come. We are already at least ten years ahead of them; all they can do is chase."
Minister Zhang was stunned for a moment, then gave a wry smile: "Your confidence... never mind, now I believe it a little bit too."
On the third day after the meeting, the 'Pangu Project' Special Committee was officially established, with its headquarters located in the Core No. 1 Factory. The most outstanding engineers and technical personnel from all over the country received emergency transfer orders and rushed to Penglai Base. An unprecedented technical training program began in tense preparation.
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