Sky Eye X1 Meteorological Observation Satellite. As the name suggested, it would be used for weather observation and disaster warning. But because the satellite used large area array detectors, large reflective telescope systems, adaptive optical imaging technology, and real-time image transmission technology, the 2-meter diameter camera installed near the ground had a resolution of up to 0.1 meters.
Military remote sensing satellites and civilian remote sensing satellites were similar in principle. The main difference was the spectrum used and the requirement for ground resolution. Military remote sensing satellites mainly used visible or near-infrared spectrum with a resolution better than 1 meter.
But the Sky Eye X1 Meteorological Observation Satellite had undoubtedly reached the level of military satellites. Logically speaking, the observers of the United Nations would request to check if the satellite was consistent with the declared project, but because these people didn't believe Xin could launch successfully, they didn't mention the inspection.
Of course, even if they did, Jiang Chen could reject it. But this way, Country F would definitely use the opportunity to hype things up. For example, the military satellite launched by Xin would be used for unspeakable secrets.
Henry watched the smoke slowly dissipating in the sky. His Adam's apple moved up and down for a while before he closed his mouth.
"Did they really succeed?"
He obviously heard the cheers, but he didn't want to accept this unbelievable fact.
[Don't need a third-stage rocket? Directly use a second-stage rocket to send the satellite into orbit? It was technically possible, but did they consider the cost? Carrying extra weight would require more fuel … Wait, the size of their rocket wasn't that large, with a total length of 33 meters. It was unbelievable!
But no one paid attention to him. Jiang Chen went outside the launch center to accept the media's interview. Calvin commanded the staff in front of the computer to open the solar panels, check the satellite's working status, and collect first-hand weather data.
"In the future, Xin's weather forecast can be completed by Xin's own meteorological satellite. Thank you, ES&S Australia, for providing the weather forecast. Thank you. "
Jiang Chen was almost used to the feeling of being pointed at by cameras.
"Mr. Jiang Chen, what prompted you to invest in the aerospace field?"
"Interest and prospects." Jiang Chen extended a finger and pointed at the place where the rocket just flew past. He smiled in front of the camera. "The future of humanity is there."
If an ordinary person said this, they would definitely be mocked for being pretentious. But because this sentence came from the mouth of a technology tycoon, it was fortunate to be remembered as a famous quote.
While being interviewed, Jiang Chen couldn't help but think. If one day, Celestial Trade really completed the blueprint in his mind, and the space of human activity expanded from land to the sky, then to the geosynchronous orbit, the moon, and even Mars and beyond the solar system, would people remember today as the starting point of everything?
He pointed to the sky and said, "The future of mankind is there." Would he be cast into a bronze statue and displayed in the Earth Civilization Museum?
After the interview, he sent away the UN observers from Nouveau York. Jiang Chen didn't immediately leave the island but went to find Calvin who just completed the launch mission. In just a short while, these technicians had already opened the champagne they had prepared and started the party in the cafeteria of the Aerospace Science and Technology Center.
Champagne bubbles sprayed everywhere. Although it was not a festival, it was more festive than a festival.
Calvin's eyes lit up when he saw Jiang Chen and immediately greeted him with two bottles of champagne.
"Haha, boss, you have to drink one bottle today before you leave."
"Yes, yes! This is our first rocket! Did you notice the observer's expression? Haha, it's like eating a fly. "
"Fu * king great, hahaha!"
Due to the atmosphere, Jiang Chen thought he didn't have a reservation, so he took the champagne from Calvin's hand, opened the cap, and began to drink from the bottle.
Seeing how the boss could drink so much, the guys on the side whistled and applauded. The female employees who were as rare as rare animals also looked over. Their actions were still reserved, but their ability to applaud was no less than their male counterparts. Seeing the boss finish a bottle, Calvin didn't back down either. The unshaven technician didn't look like he could drink, but his alcohol tolerance was quite high.
There were no drinks or benefits here. It was purely a group of technicians celebrating their achievements. The equipment and parts were "purchased" by Celestial Trade, but the entire rocket was assembled by them, just like their child.
By the time the lads were done messing around, it was getting late. Their homes were on Ange Island, which was close to here. Every day, they would be transported by a fixed number of ships. Only a small number of people would choose to live in the staff dormitory on the island. For example, Calvin who wanted to sleep in the lab, and the employees who requested to work overtime.
After the mess in the cafeteria was cleaned up, the celebration was finally over. Jiang Chen watched as the guys got on the boat and found Calvin who was about to return to the dormitory.
"Today's launch was great."
"Thank you for the compliment." Calvin smiled, but he let out a sigh. "Even so, the design of the rocket has nothing to do with us."
"Don't think like that." Jiang Chen patted him on the shoulder. "You just had a higher starting point. I've already passed the relevant technology to you. I'm looking forward to you using this technology to design a rocket with better performance!"
In terms of technology, the two worlds were not equal. But in terms of creativity and imagination, there was no difference between the people of the two worlds. Aerospace was a frontier field full of imagination. With the same technology, the rocket he designed would not be inferior to Jiang Lin's masterpiece.
Of course, the premise was that he had to put in more effort.
"Mhmm, I promise." Calvin grinned.
There was no need for promises. Aerospace itself was his dream. Jiang Chen provided him with the technology and platform. He had no doubt that he could make this dream a reality.
"Today's launch mission was successful. This is all due to the efforts of the scientists. As an encouragement, I'll contact the finance department to allocate two million USD as a bonus. Half of it is yours, and you can distribute the other half. "
"You should've said it at the celebration. Those guys would've praised you to the skies," Calvin mocked.
He wasn't in need of money. When Jiang Chen purchased his company at a premium, he already received ten million USD in profit.
"Hahaha, that's a shame." Jiang Chen laughed.
He paused, looked at Calvin, and said in a serious tone.
"In the first half of next year, you're expected to have 12 rocket launch missions. It may be busy, so I hope you're prepared."
"An average of two rockets a month? Are we throwing dumplings into the sky? "Calvin was shocked.
Launching a rocket was no joke. Although they also mastered the first-stage rocket recovery technology, the Celestial 1 rocket's launch cost was at least 50 million USD.
"Are you scared?" Jiang Chen raised an eyebrow and smiled.
"Exactly the opposite. I'm more than happy to do so." Calvin responded to Jiang Chen's provocation with a clear smile on his face.
What the aerospace department was most worried about was the low profit margin of commercial launch missions and the lack of budget. Jiang Chen's words undoubtedly dispelled his concerns. With sufficient funding, not to mention 12 rocket launch missions. Even if this number was doubled, he wouldn't even bat an eyelid!
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