There was only a pile of gravel on the barren island. The golden sand formed a beach that extended into the sea, alternating between green and blue. The island with only bare reefs and rocks was the southeasternmost island of Xin, located north of the equator.
The flat land and wide sand island were its only advantages. The factory in the middle of the island hadn't been painted yet; it was clearly built not long ago.
Right now, Jiang Chen's private boat was docked at the simple fisherman's dock at the edge of the island.
The dock originally belonged to a fisherman in Xin. The honest fisherman didn't even know the regime had changed. It wasn't until Celestial Trade showed him the land certificate that he realized he was illegally occupying private land.
But Jiang Chen didn't make it difficult for him. He bought the wooden dock and the nearby fish farm for ten thousand USD.
Therefore, the dock became the only building on the island other than the factory in the center of the island.
"This is our company's base?" Calvin's mouth twitched as he looked at the empty factory.
He felt like he was being cheated.
It wasn't work, it was more like being exiled.
"Of course not. Before the office building is completed, you will temporarily work at the Celestial Trade headquarters on Coro Island. Of course, your main task is to study the information I provided. "
"Huh? The information you provided us. "Calvin raised his eyebrows as he was clearly dismissive of Jiang Chen's words.
Jiang Chen only smiled at Calvin's arrogance and didn't offer any explanation.
"We're here. Let's get off."
Because there was no vegetation, the soil here was exposed to the sun all year round, making it extremely fragmented and hot. Stepping on the sand outside the dock, Ayesha, who was wearing thin sandals, clearly felt uncomfortable. But she didn't show her discomfort and only slightly frowned.
But the subtle change didn't escape Jiang Chen's eyes.
"Why don't you rest on the boat for a bit? It's very safe on the island. You don't have to worry about me. "Jiang Chen noticed Ayesha's discomfort as he whispered in her ear.
Ayesha, who was seen through, blushed.
After some hesitation, she didn't try to be brave anymore. She nodded and accepted Jiang Chen's concern.
"Yes."
Looking at Ayesha returning to the ship, Jiang Chen smiled, turned around, and called Calvin to head to the warehouse in the center of the island.
He pushed open the door of the warehouse, brushed away the dust in front of his nose, walked to the side of the warehouse, and opened the metal shutters.
When the sunlight shone into the room, Calvin noticed the rocket engine on the large square iron frame.
It had a cylindrical body and a bowl-shaped tail. It was slightly smaller than Space-X's Merlin engine, and it made people wonder if it could carry a rocket ten times its size.
"What is this?" Calvin walked up and knocked on it with his finger.
"The RM-320 rocket engine is the technology I'm going to show you." As he spoke, Jiang Chen handed the tablet with technical parameters and 3D concept drawings to him.
It was the rocket engine Jiang Lin showed Jiang Chen at the Aerospace Science and Technology Research Institute. It was the normal-sized version of the Northwind-76 pseudo-ballistic missile engine deployed by NAC in Shenxiang.
From every screw to every wire, the engine was completely built with 3D printing technology, costing 30,000 credits. The propellant used in the rocket was made by Lin Lin, and the cost per ton was around 1000 credits. But because the materials could be transported from the modern world, the actual cost of these things could be cheaper.
Because of the emergence of the space elevator, the propellant rocket technology for aerospace was eliminated at the end of the 21st century. Therefore, the RM-320 rocket engine, in some sense, could be considered the most advanced manned space rocket on the wasteland.
The engine shell using advanced materials could withstand 10,000 degrees of heat, and the pressure inside the combustion chamber could reach 500 atmospheres. The most important thing was that the rocket built with this engine had a thrust-value ratio of 1: 300! It was undoubtedly a 1: 150 ratio that completely crushed Space-X's Falcon rocket!
"This is bullsh * t. This engine can't be achieved with the current technology. What about the materials? A normal engine can't withstand this kind of pressure and temperature … How is this possible … Wait, what is the chemical formula of this rocket propellant? "
Calvin's eyebrows were tightly locked together, and the expression on his face constantly changed. Sometimes he shook his head, sometimes he was shocked, sometimes his eyes widened …
Finally, his expression was fixed on being dumbfounded.
"This is ridiculous, no … this is too genius." Calvin muttered to himself as his hand holding the tablet began to tremble. "This will definitely work, no, it is only theoretically possible … But if it is realized, Space-X's Falcon rocket will become a joke. But this is ridiculous … "
Suddenly, he looked at Jiang Chen and grabbed Jiang Chen's shoulder with enthusiasm.
"Please, can you introduce me to the designer of this rocket engine? He is a genius. "
"I will pass on your compliments, but I'm sorry, I can't introduce him to you for the time being." Jiang Chen shook his head.
"Why! Are you worried that I will leak the secret? Don't worry, no matter how harsh the confidentiality agreement, I will sign it. Please! There are a lot of questions I want to ask him in person, "Calvin said excitedly.
His face no longer had the disdain he had when he first got off the ship.
The design concept and technological innovation of this rocket engine deeply impressed him and shattered his pride in technology.
"No, please don't misunderstand, I trust your character. But the designer of this rocket is currently researching a space shuttle project and doesn't want to be disturbed by anyone … Mhmm, you can interpret it as him being in a state of seclusion. I promise, if there is an opportunity, I will definitely introduce him to you. As to your question, I will provide you with a detailed design blueprint of the rocket. You should be able to get the answer from it. If this still doesn't solve your confusion, I can pass on your question for you, "Jiang Chen said nonchalantly. What a joke.
The designer of this rocket hasn't even been born yet, where can I find one for you? In the future, when the interdimensional bracelet can transport people, Jiang Lin will be able to make up the numbers.
"Wait, I have another question. This rocket engine can't be completed with Xin's industrial foundation … UA's manufacturing ability is also insufficient. Where did you build it —"
"It's here." Jiang Chen smiled.
"It's here?" Calvin paused for a moment.
"You must have heard of 3D printing technology. This rocket engine is made by an industrial-grade 3D printer. "
Could a 3D printer print such a high strength material? And the "industrial 3D printer." What kind of new term was that?
Calvin was completely immersed in the shock of the new technology and momentarily forgot how to speak.
Seeing this, Jiang Chen gently coughed and interrupted his thoughts.
"Okay, since you have seen it. Then Mr. Calvin, our trip for today is over … it's time to go back. "
"No! Let me stay here! Please! " Calvin gently caressed the outer shell of the engine. His passionate expression and actions were like caressing the skin of his lover.
Although he was pleased with the passionate attitude of his scientists toward technology, Jiang Chen still felt that this action was inexplicably disgusting …
"Mr. Calvin, I have to remind you that there is nothing here. The headquarters building of Celestial Trade has air conditioning and an endless supply of coffee, as well as the complete design blueprint of this rocket engine. Even if you work there- "
Calvin rudely interrupted Jiang Chen's words and said without any hesitation.
"Just give me a tent, I'll sleep here! And those documents, bring them over for me, please! "
Jiang Chen suppressed his laughter and nodded.
"If you insist."
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