Chapter 1187: International Cooperation

Sigh, the thing I fear most is the sudden silence and muttering of old people.

Although Yang Zhangfeng is also an old man.

But he is a little old man.

He worried himself sick for Yang Qing.

Yang Qing, however, couldn't accept this information; instead, he became fixated on the Space Elevator.

"How far has the research on the Space Elevator progressed?"

Yang Qing asked.

"How long until it can be realized?"

Yang Qing is genuinely interested.

He wondered, would the Space Elevator be a bit more comfortable? If there were a Space Elevator, could Tian Weiwei come back?

Or rather, could this bunch of old fogies also have the chance to roam space?

The evolution of chemical rockets has nearly reached its limit.

New space technology is already within reach.

He needs to assess the feasibility and timeline for building the Space Elevator.

Yang Zhangfeng sighed, knowing he couldn't stop it, and casually pulled up some information about the Space Elevator, which appeared before his eyes.

"The carbon nanotube cable technology needed to build a Space Elevator still requires at least ten years of research."

"This is because breakthroughs in quantum computers, biological computers, and photonic computers have greatly increased our computing power, giving artificial intelligence strong analytical capabilities, which yielded this result."

"And building a Space Elevator likewise requires about ten years of continuous exploration and construction."

"The time when Space Elevator technology matures may already be thirty years in the future."

"During that period, fusion rockets may have already matured long ago."

"The value of the Space Elevator may not be as great as we imagine."

"According to our research, the best time to build a Space Elevator may be fifty years from now, when all technologies will have matured and costs will have dropped."

"Now that a breakthrough in fusion technology is imminent, we had better focus our efforts on nuclear rockets."

"Nuclear rockets can directly use water as propellant."

"The entire launch process is a water-to-water cycle, causing no resource consumption or pollution."

"No need to worry about water being taken off Lanxing on a large scale."

"We have already made a breakthrough in nuclear thermal engines, and the technology is highly mature."

Yang Qing looked at the holographic projection of the nuclear rocket and shook his head.

"No matter which method we use for space transport, there is one thing that must be done."

"That is to build a spaceport."

"A spaceport and a Space Elevator are roughly similar massive structures."

"The optimal choice is to combine the spaceport and the Space Elevator into one."

"This would not only save a lot of resources, but also turn the spaceport into a space cargo hub."

"This is a three-in-one solution."

"It is also the best investment path."

"No matter how we research, we cannot avoid it."

"Since we can't avoid it, we might as well design it right from the start; the elevator function can be slower, but it cannot be absent."

Yang Zhangfeng's thoughts and Yang Qing's thoughts came into conflict.

However, Yang Qing's reasons were more substantial.

Yang Tianyou saw them dragging the topic onto the Space Elevator, flipped through Yang Zhangfeng's materials, and saw more information.

"It seems we have occupied several of the best Space Elevator anchor points; would doing this cause problems?"

"Such a monopolistic layout, once the Space Elevator achieves a breakthrough, others will definitely not turn a blind eye."

"At that time, because of interests, we may offend many people."

"Old sir, if we really are to build a Space Elevator, we had better win over more partners."

"Best to make it an international cooperation."

"This way we can not only retain our leading position but also eliminate contradictions, pulling the Yang Family—or Jingmen—out of the monopoly vortex."

"Most importantly, such cooperation can not only secure massive financial support but also massive resource support."

"Moreover, we can deepen our cooperation with the United Prefecture through such cooperation."

"Old sir, you don't want the Yang Family to become everyone's target, do you?"

"Therefore, the Yang Family cannot take on this Space Elevator project."

"Moreover, have you considered that orbital resources also require compromise among many nations?"

Yang Tianyou's words rescued the two from their conflict over the Space Elevator.

"Yes, great nephew, you're right, Dad; the Space Elevator may not be something our family can play with alone—it's an international project."

"Just as Tianyou said, we can use this project to do many things."

Yang Qing looked at Yang Tianyou, who gave a proud little smile.

Yang Qing had to admit that this time he had oversimplified things.

However, this is not without benefits.

First, the funding problem is solved.

It can also draw global attention to the Space Elevator.

This can provide cover for the Heavenly Vessel's star-space spacecraft project.

This is, after all, a true spaceship.

It can also eliminate the increasingly strong position of Jingmen.

Well, as expected, three cobblers can match Zhuge Liang.

Who would have thought that our idle chatter could actually yield results.

As for the Space Elevator matter, let's just arrange it like this.

Soon, the International Space Elevator Symposium and Promotion Group, initiated by Yang Fan, was established.

Because of those best Space Elevator base sites, the Yang Family became an indispensable part.

Others came in the form of nations, but only the Yang Family came in the form of a family.

Moreover, they appeared as the leaders.

When Yang Fan unveiled the huge concept diagram combining the spaceport and Space Elevator, countless people were attracted.

Because this design is very mature, even its feasibility is high.

Most importantly, the idea of combining the Space Elevator and spaceport is brilliant.

The construction of the spaceport must include our part.

Ma Yilong first, perverted, this is a huge project that can make a lot of money; we cannot let Heavenly Vessel have all the glory.

Yes, our Space Fork, we also now have the capability to undertake this task.

We also have it, hoping to give everyone a chance to participate.

I think we should allocate this cake according to investment ratios.

A group of people started arguing.

Yang Fan had to stop them from continuing to make a fuss.

For this project, we will hold an open bid; whoever has the stronger technology will take it.

This is a huge project that no single company can swallow.

We need to bring out our best technology and work together collectively.

Moreover, we are still in the technology exploration phase; why rush? Instead of arguing here, it's better to go back and assess our own technology, then verify the relevant technology.

As long as you pass the Elevator Group's verification, you are part of this project.