Chapter 102: Modular Breakthrough, Named

Feng Yan's "modular, platform-based" idea was like injecting a potent stimulant into the "Qilin Project" that had been stuck in the mud.

The huge machine that was the Dragon Chant Research Institute, after a brief adjustment of direction,

roared and operated again with higher efficiency and clearer division of labor.

The previous sense of stagnation where departments were entangled and constrained each other was swept away.

Replacing it was a highly focused R&D torrent formed around several core modules.

The structural team led by Li Yang completely cast off the burdens of the propulsion system and complex control.

Focusing all their energy on the core skeleton and drive module of the mech.

On the huge 3D modeling screen, the dark gray skeletal structure was constantly optimized and simplified.

Every load-bearing beam and every joint bearing went through countless simulation tests.

Striving to achieve incredible strength and toughness under the premise of ultimate lightweight.

In the materials laboratory, Master Tie Jiang Li and his assistants, according to the mechanical data fed back by Li Yang,

worked overnight to adjust his "Homemade" series alloy formula and heat treatment process.

Batches of test pieces flashing with strange luster were sent to the test center, and the data kept refreshing records.

"Yes! That's the feeling!" Li Yang pointed to the new design of the waist joint that had just passed the extreme load test on the screen.

"Using the 'Homemade-3' improved type provided by Master Li, combined with a multi-layer composite buffer structure."

"The theoretical anti-torsion strength is 40% higher than the initial scheme, and the weight is reduced by 5%!"

"Zhao Gong, do you have confidence in the machining of this core skeleton?"

Zhao Gong put on his reading glasses and carefully reviewed the transmitted machining drawings and data.

His fingers pointed at several key tolerance markings: "Hmm, this design finally looks like something."

"These special-shaped structures in several places can be milled slowly with a five-axis linkage center, no big problem."

"It's just the connection part of the main spine, which requires special welding technology; I have to watch it personally." He looked up at Li Yang.

"Materials are in place, drawings are finally confirmed, I can start anytime."

On the other side, the "Multi-mode Propulsion Backpack" project team, co-led by Wang Hao and Zhao Kaiyuan, was a completely different scene of heat and activity.

A huge backpack prototype covered with various vector nozzles and complex pipes occupied the center of the laboratory.

Wang Hao was gesturing with his hands and feet, spitting everywhere: "... See that?"

"These four main nozzles use the derivative model of 'Dragon Core', direct drive!"

"The power is absolutely strong! But the key is steering and attitude control!"

"I borrowed the gimbal idea of rocket engines, but it has to be smaller, lighter, and durable!"

Zhao Kaiyuan was more concerned about the stability of energy and control.

He pointed to the complex circuit diagram and energy flow simulation on the projection:

"Haozi, I have no opinion on your nozzle layout, but the instantaneous energy demand is too high."

"We have redesigned the battery pack layout of 'Xuanwu-II' and the output logic of the 'Tengshe' electronic control system."

"Adopting multi-stage buffering and intelligent pre-charging strategies, it should be able to withstand your kind of 'convulsive' power requests."

"However, heat dissipation is a big problem. The active cooling scheme provided by Guangzi's side..."

"needs to reserve interfaces and space here, here, and here..."

"No problem! Leave it to me!" Wang Hao patted his chest and turned to shout at the designer in charge of structure.

"Old Zhang, did you hear? Leave all the places that Boss Kaiyuan wants, not a single inch less!"

"Our 'Somersault Cloud ProMax Super Invincible Edition' backpack can't drag its feet because of heat dissipation!"

The "Distributed Neural Network Control System" laboratory where Chen Guang was located seemed much quieter.

But beneath that silence was a data torrent comparable to a storm.

The huge server cabinets emitted a low hum.

On multiple display screens, complex data streams, node communication protocols, and real-time kernel code rolled like a waterfall.

Chen Guang sat in front of the console, the reflection of rapidly passing characters on his glasses.

He had just completed the algorithm deployment and simulation test of a key sub-module—the leg movement control node.

"Sensor data fusion efficiency increased by 15%, joint response latency reduced to millisecond level."

He reported the progress calmly, his fingers tapping lightly on the virtual keyboard, distributing the optimized code package.

"Next test node, arm and weapon platform collaborative control."

"Brother Li, I need more precise joint movement parameters and load models from your side."

"Parameters updated, synchronously sent to your server." Li Yang's voice came through the internal communication channel, efficient and concise.

Information interaction within each module and between modules flowed at high speed through the temporary collaborative platform built by Chen Guang.

The administrative team led by Feng Yan and Secretary Lin acted like lubricant and a dispatch center.

Ensuring resources, approvals, and logistical support were all green lights, fully supporting this unprecedented R&D speed.

In just two weeks, the first batch of key components for the core skeleton and drive module,

under the personal supervision of Zhao Gong, came off the line at the precision machining center.

When those giant skeleton components, flashing with metallic original luster and smooth, powerful lines,

were carefully hoisted and transported to the final assembly workshop, researchers along the way couldn't help but stop and watch, emitting bursts of exclamation.

"My god... this thing, just looking at it makes people feel solid!"

"I heard the material was made by Master Tie Jiang Li using homemade... uh, innovative technology, the performance is perverted!"

"Look at that joint structure, it's too complex, Zhao Gong is really a god, he could machine this!"

The final assembly workshop was temporarily designated as the exclusive area for the "Qilin Project," heavily guarded.

Under Zhao Gong's command, the most experienced master craftsmen and technical backbones of the security detachment began the preliminary docking assembly of the core skeleton.

This was an extremely delicate and time-consuming process.

The huge gantry crane slowly moved the heavy components into place, and the technical personnel repeatedly calibrated them using laser aligners.

Ensuring the precision of every connection surface reached the micron level.

High-strength special bolts were tightened one by one according to strict order and torque by torque wrenches, emitting a reassuring "click" sound.

Li Yang almost stayed in the workshop, staring closely at every link, occasionally making adjustment suggestions.

Wang Hao also changed his usual jumping style, wearing work clothes, helping to pass tools, and checking the size of the propulsion backpack's reserved interface.

"Left hip joint connection, confirmed correct!"

"Main spine third section docking, tolerance within allowable range!"

"Right shoulder drive unit, fixation complete!"

As reports came in one after another, a metal skeleton that was 4.5 meters tall, slightly rough but structurally complete, gradually stood up in the center of the workshop.

It stood there quietly, without any power, but already radiated a heart-palpitating sense of oppression.

Like a sleeping giant god, waiting for the horn to wake it up.

The moment the skeleton took shape, a burst of irrepressible cheers and applause erupted in the workshop.

Even Zhao Gong, who was always serious, had a trace of an imperceptible arc at the corners of his mouth.

At the core team meeting that night, the atmosphere was much more relaxed.

Major modules had made breakthrough progress, and the biggest structural difficulty seemed to have found a path to resolution.

"Alright, brothers," Feng Yan looked at his partners who were tired but had glowing eyes, and knocked on the table with a smile.

"Our big guy finally has a prototype."

"Shouldn't we give it a more formal name? Can't keep calling it 'Qilin Project Prototype' forever, right?"

"Should have named it long ago!" Wang Hao rubbed his hands excitedly.

"Needs to be domineering! How about 'Xingtian'? Just do it!"

Li Yang frowned: "Xingtian dances with shield and axe, the fierce will always remains."

"The meaning is okay, but it's a bit tragic, not quite in line with our concept of technical transcendence."

Chen Guang pushed up his glasses and suggested calmly: "Based on its modular, scalable platform characteristics, the code name 'Pangu' is also possible, symbolizing the opening of a new era."

"Pangu opened up the world, the spirit is enough, but it feels like it lacks a bit of killing intent." Zhao Kaiyuan pondered while rubbing his chin.

Zhao Gong snorted: "Fancy, as long as it can fight."

Master Tie Jiang Li smiled honestly and didn't speak, clearly not good at this kind of cultural work.

Feng Yan listened to everyone's discussion, and the image of the nine sons of the dragon flashed in his mind, and suddenly his heart moved:

"I remember, the dragon has nine sons, each with their own preferences."

"One of them looks like a tiger, fierce and fond of litigation, symbolizing justice and ferocity."

"Often decorated on the sides of prison gates or official halls, it has the meaning of suppressing evil and distinguishing right from wrong..."

He looked at everyone: "What do you think of the name 'Bi'an' (bìàn)?"

"'Bi'an'?" Wang Hao blinked, "Sounds intimidating, what does it mean?"

A flash of surprise flashed in Li Yang's eyes: "According to 'Tianlu Shiyu · Dragon Species': 'Bi'an, looks like a tiger, has power, so it stands at the prison gate.'"

"Taking its meaning of justice, ferocity, and guarding, it is quite consistent with our original intention of building heavy weapons of the country and guarding peace."

"Moreover, its name is not common in vulgarity, and it carries a trace of mystery and weight."

Chen Guang quickly checked the information on the terminal and nodded: "The name has uniqueness and cultural connotation, meeting naming specifications."

"'Bi'an'... sounds like it's not to be trifled with!" Wang Hao smacked his lips, the more he pondered, the more he felt it had flavor.

"Okay! I think it's okay! Much more cultural than what I came up with!"

Zhao Kaiyuan and Zhao Gong also expressed approval.

"Good!" Feng Yan made the final decision.

"Then our prototype will be officially named—'Bi'an'!"

The next day, the final assembly workshop ushered in a historic moment.

Under everyone's gaze, the first "Dragon Core" vector motor core drive unit, carefully debugged by Zhao Kaiyuan's team, was hoisted to the predetermined position in the chest cavity of "Bi'an".

Thick energy pipes and control cables were docked one by one, emitting crisp clicking sounds.

Zhao Gong personally checked the last connection and then nodded to Li Yang.

Li Yang took a deep breath and walked to the temporary console.

His fingers were trembling slightly, but his movements remained steady.

He input a series of commands and pressed the button to initialize the power core.

Hum—

A low, steady, powerful humming sound slowly came from inside the chest cavity of "Bi'an".

Different from the sharp roar on the test bench, this sound was deeper and more restrained, like the steady and powerful heartbeat of a giant beast sleeping.

On the console screen, the various parameters representing the "Dragon Core" motor lit up, all in standby state, stable enough to be intoxicating.

"Power core docking successful! Initial self-check passed!" Li Yang's voice carried excitement.

"Energy transmission is stable! Interface voltage is normal!" Zhao Kaiyuan's team reported immediately after.

The workshop fell silent first, and then even warmer applause and cheers erupted!

Many people even hugged each other excitedly.

Wang Hao let out a strange cry and rushed forward to pat the leg skeleton of "Bi'an," but was stopped by Li Yang with quick eyes and hands:

"Don't touch! Precision equipment!"

Feng Yan looked at the steel skeleton that had a "heart" and stood quietly.

Feeling the slight vibration coming from the ground under his feet, his heart surged with pride.

He knew this was just the first step of a long march, and there were more complex integrations and stricter tests ahead.

But at this moment, listening to that steady and powerful "heartbeat," he knew.

"Bi'an" is alive! A steel legend belonging to Dragon Chant, belonging to Dragonguo, has thus kicked off its prelude!

Just then, the encrypted communicator on Chen Guang's wrist vibrated slightly.

He looked down, then walked quickly to Feng Yan's side and whispered in a voice only the two of them could hear:

"Brother Feng, monitoring shows that the abnormally active overseas IP segment tried to infiltrate again ten minutes ago."

"The target... seems to point to the peripheral technical documents related to the 'Bi'an' power core we just updated."

"Although blocked by the firewall, the attack method... is a bit more aggressive than before."

The smile on Feng Yan's face faded slightly, and his gaze turned to the heavy night outside the workshop window.

The "Bi'an" mech has been initially completed; it seems that some jackals in the dark are also about to be unable to hold back. ===== CHAPTER 103 =====