Institute of Semiconductors at the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
The laboratory was as busy as ever.
As a comprehensive semiconductor research institute that integrated semiconductor physics, materials, devices, and applications, this was not only the top semiconductor research institute in China, but it was also one of the participants in the Dragon series of chips project.
Some time ago, because of the Dragon Soar chip incident, this research institution that participated in the research and development center as a cooperative unit was in the limelight around the world.
However, it was also because of this heavy honor that the people here felt the pressure on their shoulders.
No one dared to take this lightly.
The change from being a chaser to being chased would not only change the status of the industry, but it would also change the responsibility of the industry itself. If they couldn't maintain their advantage, then their previous efforts would be meaningless …
The most important task of the entire research institute was to do everything possible to improve the integration of carbon-based transistors in carbon-based chips, so that the efficiency of carbon-based chips could be further maximized. They didn't want to give their competitors a chance to breathe, and they had to squeeze silicon-based chips out of the market as quickly as possible …
Now.
Inside an office of the integrated circuit design center.
Director Li was wearing a professional version of a virtual reality helmet. Just like Academician Liu Changqing, who was sitting across from him, he was sitting motionlessly on the sofa. Liu Changqing took him on a tour of the new Institute of Semiconductors at the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
"This is our new laboratory. Star Sky Technology specially customized development tools for us. We are now cooperating with them to test the software. Oh yeah, I almost forgot the most important thing, this thing is called a virtual IC workshop, we usually call it an IC workshop."
In the empty room, the flowing light and shadows were like visible entities. In Academician Liu Changqing's hands, the light and shadows reassembled into a vertically suspended square sheet. He briefly demonstrated the functions of this development tool to Director Li next to him.
"… All tools and operations can be completed through an interactive interface, whether it's moving, rotating, or modifying objects. These tasks can be done by one person or by multiple people … Isn't that amazing? "
"It's more than amazing, it's simply amazing …" Director Li's face was full of shock. However, he couldn't help but have a trace of confusion on his face. "But what's the use of it?"
"It's very useful." Academician Liu smiled and said, "With some simple geometric images and parameter settings, we can use this development tool called 'IC Laboratory' to simulate the integrated circuit of carbon-based chips in a virtual reality environment and design the details of the circuit."
Director Li raised his eyebrows and spoke in surprise.
"So you're saying this thing can replace experiments?!"
This is nutty!
"It definitely can't replace experiments, but this technology can help us save a lot of time in the design process."
Director Liu Changqing flipped his wrist and moved a few of his fingers. The pale yellow line suspended in his hand was like an upside-down puppet. Under the pull of an invisible string, it quickly changed forms. Director Li was dazzled by it.
"… All of the components have been magnified. With its help, we don't have to stick to traditional blueprints and computers. In short, according to the response of the young people in the institute, it is easier to get inspired by pioneering work in this virtual IC design laboratory. "
Compared to other old academicians of the same age, Liu Changqing was more receptive to new things. Therefore, when Star Sky Technology contacted them, they immediately introduced this technology.
And it turned out that his choice was extremely correct. This development tool not only made the boring design work a little more fun, but it also more than doubled the work efficiency of their IC design department.
Actually, it wasn't just IC design.
The same type of technology could actually be applied to many fields, from the modular design of a certain product to the simulation of a city layout.
The positive impact of liberating creative work from rigid blueprints was far more than just making the work look more interesting. It would completely liberate creativity and inspiration, giving the entire creative work a new lease on life.
Of course, this was just some of his assumptions from a scholar's point of view. Besides, he also believed that Professor Lu must have thought of this a long time ago.
Otherwise, Star Sky Technology wouldn't have taken the initiative to come to them and sell them this "IC workshop" service.
After taking Director Li to tour the IC workshop, the two exited the Phantom system together, took off their helmets, and returned to the office.
The two cups of tea on the coffee table were already cold, but Director Li's eyes were even more passionate than before he put on the helmet.
Before this, he never thought that this thing, which he thought was just a game console, would have such a big use.
Academician Liu reached out and picked up the teacup. He continued the previous topic.
"… In short, this thing is indeed a good thing. Our country's IC design industry can be fully promoted, starting with universities, then companies … But I believe that we don't need to promote the companies at all. After seeing the functions of this thing, no company will refuse such an excellent development tool. "
He took a sip of tea and moistened his throat. After pausing for a second, he spoke emotionally.
"… Even though I know it's unnecessary to say some things, I actually want to say them. Ever since Academician Lu came back to China, I feel like everything we know, whether it's our lives or our work, is changing year by year. "
Director Li waved his hand.
"Ah, don't mention that guy, he still owes me something."
"Owes you what?"
Director Li looked at the curious expression on Academician Liu's face and sighed. "Actually, it's nothing much. It's just that at the end of last year, he promised me that he would come up with something awesome. But this guy really knows how to keep me in suspense. It's been a few months now, and he still hasn't said anything! "
Academician Liu smiled and spoke.
"Maybe he has his own considerations."
Director Li shook his head and spoke.
"I don't think so."
There was no special reason.
Because he knew Lu Zhou too well.
Suddenly, a phone rang, interrupting the conversation between the two.
"Let me take this." Director Li took out his phone and looked at the screen. He paused for a second and said with a smile, "Oh, speaking of the devil, it's Academician Lu."
Academician Liu took a sip of tea and spoke with a smile.
"Maybe there's a result."
"I hope so, but I'm guessing he needs my help with something again."
Director Li didn't get up. He directly picked up the phone and put it next to his ear. His tone didn't have the slightest complaint. Instead, he spoke with a smile.
"Hey, Academician Lu, where have you been making a fortune?"
Lu Zhou was stunned by Director Li's words. He paused for a second and spoke hesitantly.
"… Making a fortune?"
Director Li said with a smile.
"I heard that your helmet sold for tens of billions of yuan?"
That's it …
Lu Zhou: "… Yeah, I think so."
Director Li: "Why do I feel like you're very calm?"
"It's not a big deal, I'm not calling to discuss this with you." Lu Zhou looked at the time on his watch and continued, "I've solved the problem of topological quantum technology."
"… Topological quantum?"
Director Li felt like this word wasn't simple, but he couldn't remember where he had heard it before. He frowned and asked, "What is it …"
Seeing that Director Li didn't seem to understand, Lu Zhou added concisely.
"You can think of it as … a quantum computer."
The other end of the phone went silent for a few seconds.
Director Li gulped and his voice trembled.
"You … You mean …"
Lu Zhou, who was holding the phone, nodded.
"Yeah, I've already solved the quantum computer."
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