Chapter 109

In the first week after the Longyin Research Institute was upgraded, every research institute entered a mode of crazy operation.

The newly arrived resources were like gasoline poured onto the already blazing fire of R&D, bursting out with astonishing energy.

In the Mech Research Institute, Li Yang was frowning at the structure diagram of "Jing'an" on the holographic projection.

Several newly transferred doctors stood by, not even daring to breathe loudly.

"No, this waist transmission structure is still too conservative," Li Yang suddenly spoke, startling a group of young researchers.

"If we use the 'Dragon Scale-1' composite material newly sent by Master Li Kui's laboratory and the distributed hydraulic system optimized by 'Torch Dragon,' the load-bearing capacity can be increased by another 30 percent."

A young doctor asked cautiously: "Director Li, but the requirements for material strength and manufacturing process for this..."

"Then go solve it!" Li Yang raised his volume rarely.

"What we are building now is a mech that can change the rules of the battlefield, not a large toy!"

Just then, Wang Hao rushed into the laboratory in a flurry, holding a tablet computer in his hand:

"Old Li! Look at my newly designed missile mounting system!"

"'Torch Dragon' helped me optimize the structure, and now it can carry four more 'Peregrine Falcons' without affecting mobility!"

Li Yang glanced at the design drawing, and his eyes suddenly lit up: "Wait... this mounting interface design of yours, could it be..."

The two of them discussed head-to-head, completely leaving the young researchers on the side.

Suddenly, Li Yang slapped the table hard: "Got it! If we combine Haozi's mounting structure with my new transmission system, and then cooperate with the laser defense module that Guangzi is testing..."

Wang Hao also reacted and continued excitedly: "Then wouldn't our 'Jing'an' be a super fortress that can fight, take hits, and defend?"

No sooner said than done.

The three of them immediately summoned the key members of their respective teams and started a crazy assault on the key problems in the newly built comprehensive laboratory.

Inside the Laser Research Institute, Chen Guang was testing the new generation of the "Dragon Eye" laser defense system.

On the huge test field, a drone was maneuvering at high speed; suddenly, a nearly invisible laser beam flashed, and the drone fell to the ground upon impact.

"Hit rate 98 percent," Chen Guang pushed up his glasses.

"But the power is still not enough; it's still a bit struggling to deal with high-speed missiles."

His assistant reminded him: "Director Chen, the 'Basalt-III' battery pack newly sent by the New Energy Institute has increased its energy density by another 20 percent."

Chen Guang narrowed his eyes: "Arrange the test immediately."

"If the power problem can be solved, I want to install a complete laser defense matrix on the 'Jing'an'."

Meanwhile, the commotion Wang Hao made at the missile test range was even greater.

"Ignition!" Following his order, a strangely shaped missile dragged a ghostly blue tail flame and soared into the sky.

It drew a weird arc in the sky, then suddenly split into dozens of small warheads, accurately hitting targets in different directions.

"Hahahaha! See that? 'Swarm' type intelligent missile!" Wang Hao shouted proudly into the communicator.

"This time, I'm going to make the enemy's air defense system completely dumbfounded!"

Li Yang's voice came from the communicator: "Haozi, don't just play with your missiles, where is the design drawing for the micro-missile bay I wanted?"

"Right away, right away! Already optimizing the structural weight!"

Just as the various research institutes were advancing crazily, the R&D of the Iron Wolf series also made breakthrough progress.

Supported by Zhao Kaiyuan's energy laboratory, the new generation of "Iron Wolf-Assault Type" exoskeleton adopted a brand-new "Dragon Core" mini power core.

The weight was reduced by 40 percent, while the output power was increased by 50 percent.

A tester wearing the new exoskeleton ran on the obstacle course while easily carrying a 200-kilogram heavy object, moving as flexibly as if he were a different person.

"Now that's more like it!" Wang Hao smacked his lips as he looked at the test data.

"That thing before was like a tin can, but now it finally looks a bit like a future soldier."

Li Yang, however, stared at the data and frowned: "Mobility is up, but the protective capability is still not enough."

"If we encounter heavy firepower..."

"Leave this to me!" Master Li Kui from the Materials Laboratory suddenly interjected.

"The 'Cicada Wing' composite armor I just made has only one-third the weight of traditional armor, but its protective performance has doubled!"

"It's just... the cost is a bit high."

Feng Yan happened to be inspecting there, and upon hearing this, he waved his hand: "Use it! As long as it can improve performance, cost is not a problem!"

Three days later, the comprehensive laboratory ushered in a historic moment.

After day and night of continuous efforts, the first fully-fledged "Jing'an" improved mech was finally assembled.

This steel behemoth stood on the test field, exuding a suffocating sense of oppression.

On the back was the modular weapon mounting system designed by Wang Hao, which could carry missiles, rockets, and drone swarms simultaneously.

On the shoulders was the "Dragon Eye" laser defense matrix developed by Chen Guang, with eight sets of laser emitters covering the entire mech.

The whole body was covered with "Dragon Scale" armor specially made by Li Kui, which shimmered with a cold luster under the lights.

"Start the test!" Feng Yan gave the order.

The first was the mobility test.

Under the auxiliary control of the "Torch Dragon" AI, the "Jing'an" performed various jaw-dropping movements:

Rapid direction changes, short-distance jumps, and even completed a nearly perfect backflip!

"Holy sh*t!" Wang Hao was dumbfounded.

"Old Li, are you building a mech or a gymnast?"

Li Yang smiled rarely: "'Torch Dragon' optimized the power distribution to the extreme, and coupled with the new transmission system, theoretically, it can perform even more complex movements."

Next was the weapon test.

The "Swarm" missiles developed by Wang Hao were fired in a volley, instantly covering the entire target range.

Chen Guang's laser defense system started simultaneously, popping the incoming simulated missiles one by one.

The most shocking was the defense test.

When heavy machine gun bullets hit the mech like raindrops, they couldn't penetrate the armor at all, leaving only some shallow white marks.

"This defensive power..." Even the usually calm Chen Guang couldn't help but exclaim.

Feng Yan looked at the test data, suppressing the excitement in his heart: "Everyone, we may have truly created history."

However, just as the test was nearing its end, an accident occurred.

During the extreme load-bearing test, a harsh sound of metal friction suddenly came from the right leg of the "Jing'an," and the entire body shook violently.

"Emergency shutdown!" Li Yang ordered immediately.

After inspection, it was found that the newly designed joint bearing had slightly deformed under extreme load.

Wang Hao couldn't help but complain: "I said that design was too radical..."

"No," Li Yang stared at the damaged part, his eyes actually brighter.

"This shows that we still have room for improvement."

"Notify the Materials Institute, I want a new material that can withstand ten times the current load!"