Chapter 516: Fuxi-Giant Spirit, Five-Axis Linkage CNC Machine Tool

He pressed the remote control in his hand, and the giant curtain on one side of the factory slowly pulled open, revealing a shocking behemoth—it was a giant machine tool about five meters high and nearly ten meters long, silver-gray all over, with smooth lines full of a sense of power. On the operation console in front, various indicator lights flickered, and five huge mechanical arms at the top pointed in different directions. The whole thing looked like both a small factory and some kind of robot from a future science fiction movie.

"What is this...?" Deputy Minister of Industry Liu Zhiqiang could not help but exclaim in a low voice.

"This is a five-axis linkage CNC gantry machining center driven by the 'Nuwa-II' system, codenamed 'Fuxi-Giant Spirit'," Li Mingyuan announced proudly, "It represents the most advanced manufacturing technology in the world today, capable of machining large, complex-curved precision parts in one go, with accuracy reaching the micron level."

The officials present looked at each other. Although everyone understood the words Li Mingyuan said, when combined, these terms were still very unfamiliar to them.

"Chief Engineer Li, can you explain it in simpler language?" Deputy Minister Liu asked.

Li Mingyuan smiled slightly: "Simply put, traditional machine tools can only move along three fixed directions—X, Y, and Z—while 'Fuxi-Giant Spirit' can move precisely in five directions simultaneously, achieving one-time machining of complex three-dimensional surfaces. It's like..." He pondered a metaphor, "It's like evolving from an old ox that only knows how to go straight, into a divine dragon capable of crossing mountains and leaping through the air."

Hearing this vivid metaphor, the officials present suddenly realized, and expressions of understanding appeared on their faces.

"Now, please allow me to demonstrate the actual working capability of 'Fuxi-Giant Spirit'," Li Mingyuan walked toward the console, "We have prepared two test samples—an aviation Engine blisk and a submarine propeller. Both parts have extremely complex curved structures; under traditional processes, they would require dozens of steps, take weeks, and accuracy and consistency are hard to guarantee."

He operated the console, and the machine tool began to run, emitting a low and steady humming sound. First, a huge metal blank was automatically loaded onto the workbench, and the five mechanical arms moved simultaneously, aiming at the blank from different angles and beginning high-speed cutting.

Metal shavings splashed like a silver waterfall, and the coolant formed a fine mist. The mechanical arms worked in coordination with dazzling speed and precision, as if performing a meticulously choreographed mechanical ballet. Except for the running sound of the machine tool, the factory was almost silent; everyone was deeply shocked by this technological feast.

"Look at that precision," an old expert from the aviation industry exclaimed in a low voice, "The cut surface hardly needs post-polishing; it can reach a mirror effect directly."

"What's more amazing is the speed," another expert added, "For this kind of complex curved surface, traditional processes would take at least dozens of hours, but it only took..."

"Twenty-eight minutes," Li Mingyuan announced, as the machine tool had finished machining the first workpiece, "This is a complete high-pressure turbine blisk. Traditional processes require multiple clamping and the coordination of multiple pieces of equipment, taking over a week. But 'Fuxi-Giant Spirit' took less than half an hour to complete the entire process from blank to finished product."

The staff carefully removed the finished blisk and handed it to the experts present for inspection. It was a disc-shaped part about one meter in diameter, with dozens of complex-shaped blades distributed on the edge, and the whole presented a stunning sense of streamlined beauty. The surface of each blade was as smooth as a mirror, and the edges were sharp enough to easily cut paper; the whole thing looked like an exquisite work of art rather than an industrial part.

"My God..." The Chief Engineer of the aviation industry touched the surface of the blisk with trembling fingers, "This kind of precision... I've been working for forty years and have never seen such a perfect blisk. Surface roughness, blade profile accuracy—every parameter is impeccable."

Before everyone could recover from the shock, the machine tool had already begun machining the second sample—the submarine propeller. This was an even more complex large part; under traditional processes, it often requires a combination of casting, welding, and machining, taking months.

However, under the five-axis linkage system of "Fuxi-Giant Spirit", the entire machining process was like flowing clouds and water, dazzling to the eyes. Forty-five minutes later, a complete propeller with a diameter of two meters was presented before everyone—the surface was as clean and bright as a mirror, the curvature and angle of each propeller blade were precise to within a millimeter, and the overall balance was flawless.

"This... this is impossible..." The old director of the Naval Equipment Research Institute shook his head, his voice trembling, "With this kind of precision, traditional processes simply cannot achieve it. Even the most advanced casting and welding technologies would produce stress deformation and loss of precision. And this... is this integrally formed? Without any welding or assembly?"

"Yes, it is cut and formed directly from a complete alloy blank," Li Mingyuan explained, "No welding, no assembly, and therefore no stress concentration points or loss of precision. This means the performance and reliability of the propeller will be significantly improved, while noise will be significantly reduced, which is crucial for the stealth of a submarine."

The factory was silent, and everyone was digesting the significance of the technological miracle before them. Finally, Deputy Minister Liu of the Ministry of Industry broke the silence, his voice trembling with excitement:

"Chief Engineer Li, I must say... this is not just a machine tool, this is... this is a bridge to a powerful industrial nation!"

He rushed to Li Mingyuan in a few steps and held his hand tightly: "With this kind of manufacturing capability, we can produce high-precision parts we never dared to imagine before—aviation Engines, Missile control systems, submarine silencing devices... all the key technologies that have been holding us back will be conquered!"

Other leaders also gathered around, their faces full of shock and excitement. They finally understood why the "Pangu System" caused an international sensation, and why the two major powers would spare no cost to obtain Long Country's technological secrets.

"This is an industrial divine artifact!" An old general from the Ministry of Aviation was so excited he was almost incoherent, "In the past, we would struggle for months for a qualified engine blade, but now..."

"This is a heavy weapon of national destiny!" Another leader exclaimed loudly, "With this, we are at least twenty years ahead of the world in the field of precision manufacturing!"

Facing the praise of the crowd, Li Mingyuan maintained a humble smile, but his eyes flashed with pride that could not be concealed.

"Comrades," he looked around at everyone, his voice firm and infectious, "This is just the beginning. With the 'Pangu' Computer as the brain, the 'Nuwa' system as the design hand, and the 'Fuxi' series as the manufacturing arm, we will build a brand-new industrial system—a system capable of producing the world's most advanced weapons, equipment, and civilian products."