Not long after, Wang Ping entered.
The current Wang Ping's temperament had changed from a few months ago, but what had not changed was his steadfastness and diligence. Du Qi had learned of Wang Ping's actions in the University of Science and Technology. Even though Du Qi had rewarded Wang Ping and given him money, Wang Ping's life was still the same. Wang Ping's life was still as dull and dull as before. He worked with glass all day long.
This was a person who could settle down and do things. In Du Qi's opinion, although Wang Ping was young, he had the potential to become a master craftsman. As long as he continued, Wang Ping would definitely achieve outstanding results.
Du Qi waved his hand and said, "There's no need for formalities. You came from Yizhou. What business do you have?"
Wang Ping said, "Your Majesty, your humble servant has invented two very interesting items. The first item is called a magnifying glass. It can magnify objects so that even small objects can be seen. "
After a pause, Wang Ping continued, "The most interesting thing about the magnifying glass is that it can use sunlight to ignite easily flammable paper and hay."
Du Qi was surprised when he heard this.
The magnifying glass was even invented. Not bad, not bad at all! Du Qi could have written down the magnifying glass and other glass-related items, but Du Qi felt that there was no need. These could be developed slowly. The items that Du Qi needed could be made in advance. As for the rest, he let Wang Ping and the others research on their own.
As the research deepened, many items naturally appeared.
Just like the magnifying glass.
Du Qi said, "How did you and the others discover this magnifying glass?"
Wang Ping said excitedly, "Your Majesty, the discovery of the magnifying glass was actually a coincidence. In the beginning, when we were making glass, some of the glass was incomplete and caused the surface of the mirror to be uneven, so we just threw it to the side. "
"Because it was tilted, it did not fall to the ground. When sunlight shone on it, it actually penetrated the mirror and ignited the hay. At that time, this matter shocked the people in the University of Science and Technology. "
"At that time, we did not understand what it meant, why, or what the principle was. After a few days, we finally discovered that under the sun, as long as the position was chosen, the glass could actually gather the light and ignite the hay. "
Wang Ping said, "Also, the thickness of the glass, the degree of concave and convex, as well as the intensity of the sunlight, all have an effect. In the end, we made a magnifying glass that can magnify everything in sight and can also ignite a fire. "
As he spoke, Wang Ping took out a magnifying glass from his sleeve. The magnifying glass was not much different from the magnifying glass of the later generations. It had a round cork rim and a short handle to hold it, making it very convenient to use.
The eunuch took it and handed it to Du Qi.
Du Qi took it and played with it for a while before saying, "Not bad, not bad. You, Wang Ping, are indeed a talented person. We did not misjudge you. This item is very useful. "
Wang Ping heaved a sigh of relief when he heard this. With Du Qi's affirmation, the research was not in vain.
Du Qi said, "Tell me, what reward do you want?"
Wang Ping's head shook like a rattle-drum as he hurriedly said, "His Majesty's kindness to us is as heavy as a mountain. He gave us an extremely high salary so that we didn't have to worry about food and clothing. Now, in the University of Science and Technology, many teachers had status and were respected. This is already His Majesty's kindness. How can we ask for more? Moreover, this research is our duty. It is what we should do. "
Du Qi said, "Duty is duty, reward is reward. You made the magnifying glass, so you should be rewarded. "
Wang Ping did not continue the conversation and changed the topic, saying, "Your Majesty, your humble servant and everyone carefully studied the magnifying glass and created a second item."
Du Qi said, "What item?"
Wang Ping said, "Binoculars!"
Du Qi was a little shocked when he heard this. He was really surprised. When he looked at Wang Ping, he thought to himself, Wang Ping, you brat, you must be cheating. In such a short time, you made another binoculars. One had to know that for Du Qi, although the binoculars were not very useful for him. But for the generals in the army, it was a necessity. With binoculars, it was extremely advantageous in war.
Du Qi suddenly said, "Wang Ping, do you know about microscopes?"
"I don't know!"
Wang Ping looked puzzled and said, "Your Majesty, what is a microscope? Is it also made of glass?"
Du Qi was relieved when he heard this.
It seemed that Wang Ping was a cheater and not a transmigrator.
Du Qi said, "It's fine if you don't know. Let's talk about the binoculars. How did you discover it?"
Du Qi was quite curious about these discoveries.
Wang Ping no longer cared about the microscope and said excitedly, "Your Majesty, the binoculars can see the distant landscape. Speaking of which, the reason why we discovered it was due to luck. When we were playing with the magnifying glass, we also thought about what would happen if the lens was not concave, but protruding, so we made a protruding glass piece. "
After a short pause, Wang Ping continued, "In this research team, there is a person named Hu Hanshan. He coincidentally put two polished mirrors together and discovered that he could see things from a distance. That's how he came up with this telescope. But the research process was not very smooth. After a long time, we finally made today's binoculars. "
Du Qi said, "Bring it up."
Wang Ping took out the binoculars from his sleeves. It was a monocular telescope. As Wang Ping held the eyepiece and pulled it, the monocular telescope became a little longer and he handed it over.
Du Qi took the binoculars and looked out of the hall. Through the eyepiece, he could clearly see the distant landscape. However, there was still a limit to this clarity. After all, the polishing of the glass did not meet the standards of the later generations. The glass in front of him was actually still a distance away from the glass of the later generations. But to be able to reach this level was already not bad.
After Du Qi looked, he put down the telescope in his hand and said, "Wang Ping, how far can your telescope see?"
"Three thousand feet!"
Wang Ping immediately answered because he had already measured it with Hu Hanshan and the others. Within three thousand feet, it was relatively clear. Once it was beyond this range, it would be very blurry.
Wang Ping continued, "As long as we continue to research and polish the telescope, it can go even further. However, this telescope's uses are too small and not very useful. "
Du Qi said, "Wang Ping, binoculars are very useful. As for the telescope's research, we have to continue. "
"Yes!"
Wang Ping immediately answered.
He originally thought that it was useless, but Du Qi thought it was useful. Wang Ping was also happy for Hu Hanshan.
Du Qi said in a deep voice, "Whether it's the magnifying glass or the telescope, continue the research. Your contributions to the development of these two items cannot go unnoticed. I will give you a hundred thousand strings of cash. You and Hu Hanshan will each receive thirty thousand strings of cash. The remaining forty thousand strings of cash will be distributed to the others who participated in the research. "
"Ah!"
Wang Ping exclaimed when he heard this.
He was shocked by Du Qi.
Another hundred thousand strings of cash!
One had to know that when the glass was developed, Du Qi had given them a reward. Now that things had progressed to this stage, Du Qi had once again rewarded him. However, Wang Ping was a down-to-earth person. He shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, we don't need so much reward. We are paid, so it's only right that we do what we should do. Therefore, Your Majesty, you don't need to reward us like this. "
Du Qi flicked his sleeve and said, "Accept it if it's given to you. This is not only for you, but also for other industries. As long as a useful item is developed, it will be of great use. "
After a pause, Du Qi said, "Are there any more binoculars here?"
Wang Ping said, "Your Majesty, when I came from Yizhou, I brought three binoculars. However, there are still two binoculars left at the relay station. I haven't brought them yet. "
Du Qi said, "Bring the binoculars here. In addition, when you go back, increase the production and research in this area. Because I will use these binoculars in the army. "
"Yes!"
Wang Ping immediately responded.
Du Qi wrote another note for Wang Ping to withdraw money from the palace treasury. Now, Du Qi's palace treasury was extremely rich. It wouldn't be wrong to say that it was as rich as a country.
Wang Ping took it, thanked him, and left.
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