Chapter 187 Paving the Way for the Aircraft Carrier
The hot summer is here, and the cicadas outside the window keep screaming.
In the conference room of the Mingzhou Naval Fleet Base, a group of neatly dressed naval officers were holding a meeting. At this time, young Zhang Zhen was speaking.
"The Gulf War was a high-tech war. This war demonstrated the absolute strength of the multinational forces led by the United States." Zhang Zhen said: "Especially the U.S. Navy in the Persian Gulf and the Mediterranean, which gathered six aircraft carriers.
It reflects the importance of aircraft carriers as a delivery tool. Their naval power can have an overwhelming advantage even if it moves up to the Pacific Fleet."
A few months have passed since the Gulf War. This was the first war of the 1990s, and it was also a high-tech war. This war shocked the entire East.
If you put yourself in, can you block the attack of multinational forces?
Of course it's impossible.
Even Lao Maozi's Pacific Fleet cannot compete with the US Navy. Of course, the US Navy does not dare to do this because Lao Maozi is the master who will throw mushroom bombs if he disagrees.
The entire military was greatly shocked, and it posed a serious challenge to the navy. What should we do if we face an American aircraft carrier?
"If we want to protect the maritime rights and interests of our motherland, then we must have the same weapons. In other words, our navy also needs aircraft carriers to restrain the enemy's aircraft carriers." Zhang Zhen continued: "Currently, the Air Force has already
After negotiating the purchase of the Su-27, we noticed that this fighter also has a carrier-based version. Therefore, our navy can use this fighter as an established carrier-based aircraft. According to the Soviet third-generation aircraft carrier Kuznetsov
We will design our own aircraft carrier.”
In October last year, Lao Maozi officially named their aircraft carrier No. 1143.5 the Kuznetsov, and it will continue to be used for future generations.
There was finally a burst of discussion in the conference room.
"Captain Zhang, your proposal is too bold. With our current industrial base, how can we possibly start building an aircraft carrier?"
"That is, we simply cannot produce the steel we need for the aircraft carrier."
"If you take a big step, it's easy to make mistakes."
"Now we just want to do some theoretical analysis."
Facing everyone's doubts, Zhang Zhen continued to remain calm: "Everyone, I got the news yesterday that Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group is designing an aircraft carrier for Siam. Therefore, we still have this strength in the country."
"What?"
Everyone was shocked.
Of course they know that the shipyard, also located in Mingzhou, is currently undergoing rapid development. Let alone civilian ships, it has recently won a construction contract for the Navy's 051c, which is the Navy's first destroyer with a displacement of more than 7,000 tons.
Everyone is looking forward to it.
But, what about aircraft carriers? Hahaha, let’s forget it. Not many countries in the world can build that thing.
After hearing Zhang Zhen's words, Leader Nie present became serious: "Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group, wants to build an aircraft carrier?"
"Yes."
"Call them and ask them to come to our meeting." Leader Nie spoke.
This meeting was originally a summary meeting of the Gulf War, but now, with Zhang Zhen's speech, the topic of the meeting changed and became the issue of the Navy's aircraft carriers.
Others can't do it, but Qin Tao is different. The major things Qin Tao has done have been spread among the top brass of the Navy. These people in the Mingzhou Naval Base have made up their minds to fully support Mingzhou in the future.
Zhouzhou Shipyard, the future of the navy depends on this shipyard.
At this time, while waiting, everyone was already talking.
"No matter how bold the people are and how productive the land is, there is nothing that Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group dares not do. Mr. Qin is a capable person."
"Yeah, I don't know when the construction of 051c will start. It's really exciting."
"Yes, if it is built, I would like to apply to be a military representative."
"It would be great if there was an aircraft carrier. Our navy has been waiting for it for decades!"
"Do you think this project can be included in our 8*91 project?"
Finally, someone mentioned the 8*91 project. More people fell silent, lowering their heads and thinking about something. Some people also looked at someone present.
For any country with a coastline, it will look forward to safeguarding maritime rights and interests and having a strong navy.
The motherland is no exception.
In the 1960s, when Lao Maozi's Moscow-class helicopter carrier appeared, the country could no longer control its restless heart. In July 1970, it officially began to make a development plan for New China's first aircraft carrier, which was named
For "Project 707".
According to the characteristics of that era, this aircraft carrier was determined to be a 30,000-ton light aircraft carrier. It would be equipped with vertical take-off and landing fighter jets, making it a unique aircraft carrier.
This project undoubtedly bears the mark of the times. The scientific research design was completed at the end of 1972, and construction started in 1973. It was completed and launched at the end of the "Fourth Five-Year Plan" (1971-1975). (It is said that the islanders were very enthusiastic at that time and wanted to build it here.
Aircraft carrier, they sent over their own World War II aircraft carrier design drawings.)
Due to various reasons, this aircraft carrier project ultimately came to an end. Just like the manned space projects at that time, it became a memory of that era.
In this way, until the late 1980s, the Navy still did not give up the aircraft carrier dream. In the late 1980s, it began to recruit pilots to the ships and began to reserve talents. At the same time, on January 7, 1989, the aircraft carrier demonstration
The project was approved and this was the "8*91 Project".
Unlike the lofty ambitions of Project 707, Project 8*91 is more pragmatic. An important principle of this project is to rely on its own capabilities to develop medium-sized aircraft carriers on its own. As for the specifications of the aircraft carrier, it is to build a 50,000-ton aircraft carrier with
This project fell on the Huating Naval Academy. They began to conduct feasibility studies on the design and construction of this project, and also planned to build related models for testing.
At this time, at today's meeting, there was Zhang Yang, a representative of the Huating Naval Academy, who is also one of the leaders of the 8*91 project. (Some information came from Baidu, but after checking, it seems that there is no Huating
Naval Academy unit.)
Zhang Yang felt extremely emotional.
Back then, when he had just graduated and started working, he was fortunate enough to participate in the 707 project. Later, although the project was terminated, his dream of an aircraft carrier was not shattered, and he still persisted in his ideal.
After teaching at Huating Naval Academy, I actually got such an opportunity!
He was extremely excited, but at the same time, he also knew that this project was not at the national level, but was initiated by the Navy itself. The Navy's annual military expenditures were so tight that it would be difficult to raise funds to build an aircraft carrier. At present, only
It’s just about being able to conduct basic theoretical research.
That's it, I don't know when I will dismount.
What now?
Now Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group actually wants to build an aircraft carrier for Siam? When he heard the news, he was extremely shocked.
Perhaps, by cooperating with Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group, we can actually build a navy aircraft carrier?
Half an hour later, Qin Tao appeared in the conference room.
Thanks to his Santana car, and also thanks to his big brother who can be contacted at any time, so he can be at your call at any time.
When he was called over, Qin Tao didn't know what was going on. He was a little curious. Could it be that the Navy wanted to rush 051c? That's a good thing.
"President Qin, I heard that you are designing an aircraft carrier for Siam. If Siam places an order, it will be built by you. Your Mingzhou Shipyard is really awesome!" Leader Nie said.
Qin Tao suddenly realized: "So, you just called me here to hear about us building an aircraft carrier for Siam? I'm sorry, this is a commercial secret. Unless our navy also orders one, I can't use this aircraft carrier."
The details are made public.”
"Mr. Qin, let us listen, and we won't lose a single hair, so what are we afraid of?" Zhang Zhen said from the side.
Qin Tao shook his head: "You are not afraid, I am. Our aircraft carrier is going to Siam to bid for it. I am not afraid of foreign shipyards competing with me. I am afraid that our domestic shipyards will maliciously lower the price with me.
.If I tell the details here, I’m sure my design will be copied by others. Once bitten by a snake, you will be afraid of well ropes for ten years. You also know about the missile boat.”
Everyone present looked a little embarrassed. This matter was something Zhongjiang Shipyard did wrong and had nothing to do with their navy. However, the Navy did not pursue the matter and just deprived Zhongjiang Shipyard of its qualification to bid for warships. This was because the other party had done so for the second time.
The reason why he came to steal the design drawings.
Therefore, there is a reason why Qin Tao is so precious here.
"President Qin, don't worry, we are all members of the military here. If anyone dares to leak secrets, I will personally send them in." Leader Nie began to comfort Qin Tao: "Your Mingzhou Shipyard has been working with our navy.
We have a good relationship. Our Marine Corps is still working as a security guard at your place. The military and civilians are a family, so don’t hide it and talk to us about this project."
Qin Tao thought for a while: "If you ask me, it's okay. The Navy will have to announce to the public that it will order one."
"What?"
Leader Nie frowned a little, how can this be done? Does the Navy have the funds? Besides, the Navy has produced two 051cs with you, which is already very good.
"Mr. Qin, do you want us to build momentum?" At this time, Zhang Zhen reacted first.
Qin Tao nodded: "Yes, we are going to bid. The biggest flaw is that it is purely for foreign trade and there is no one for personal use. Therefore, the Navy needs to announce to the outside world that it thinks our design of this aircraft carrier is very good and it will also purchase one. That's it.
It can relieve customers’ concerns.”
The biggest competitor is Spain. The opponent's advantage is that it has already built one for the Spanish navy and has experience.
We also have experience, and our navy is also going to place an order!
All you have to do is fool the country of Siam, and wait until the other party pays the deposit and the aircraft carrier starts to be built. At worst, it can be said that the navy is short of funds and will not build it in the end. The navy is very regretful and so on.
Leader Nie thought about it and then said: "Our Navy should be able to help with this. I can ask my superiors for instructions. As long as my superiors approve it, we can announce to the outside world that the Navy will also order a ship of the same model."
"It is not necessary for the Navy to publicly announce that we have a very good relationship with Siam. We have many naval officers and have good personal relationships with Siamese naval officers. As long as we reveal it intentionally or unintentionally, it can also play a role in building momentum.
"Qin Tao said.
This is even better! Leader Nie nodded immediately: "Well, this matter will be taken care of by me. I am very familiar with their naval officers. Next, it's time to talk about your aircraft carrier plan, right?"
"I didn't bring the design drawing. Now, let me briefly introduce it to you. This is a small aircraft carrier with a displacement of 10,000 tons. It is built using the standards of civilian ships..."
Zhang Zhen looked a little embarrassed.
Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group wants to bid for an aircraft carrier. This is a very confidential matter. The outside world does not know the specific aircraft carrier design. Now that Qin Tao has spoken out, they finally know what it is.
Unfortunately, Zhang Zhen was still looking forward to it. Now after hearing Qin Tao's words, Zhang Zhen felt like his ideals were shattered.
This kind of aircraft carrier is too small, and the Su-27 modified carrier-based aircraft cannot take off and land on it at all. What can it do if it is 10,000 tons? It is still standard for civilian ships.
The Navy will never ask for such useless items, let alone purchase a batch of Sea Harriers. Therefore, the design of this aircraft carrier will have no effect on the Navy.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! "President Qin, what do you think it would be like if our navy wanted to build its own aircraft carrier?" Leader Nie continued to ask.
Since Qin Tao can design an aircraft carrier for the Kingdom of Siam, even if it is a useless light aircraft carrier, it means that Qin Tao has studied aircraft carriers. So now that Qin Tao has been invited here, of course he wants to hear about it
opinions.
"The navy will build its own aircraft carrier?" Qin Tao shook his head: "This will not be possible within ten years."
"Why?"
"The aircraft carrier is useless." Qin Tao spat out these words.
This is the first problem that the Navy must solve.
After the end of World War II, the technology of mushroom bombs and missiles developed rapidly. Therefore, the theory of the uselessness of aircraft carriers emerged. Many military experts believed that such big things as aircraft carriers were simply iron coffins on the sea. They would not be needed at all in future wars.
.
Among them, Lao Maozi is the most loyal representative. When Hearst was in power, he advocated missiles very much. The Navy wants to build an aircraft carrier? Stop dreaming.
However, as the United States used aircraft carriers in subsequent local wars, we can slowly see the clues that aircraft carriers are still useful weapons.
"No, how can the aircraft carrier be useless? In this Gulf War, the United States used six ships, plus the British and French ones, a total of nine ships and hundreds of fighter planes, constantly launching attacks. In modern warfare, aircraft carriers
It is the most powerful war machine!" Zhang Zhen said.
"Yes, so you have to summarize these war experiences and build public opinion to prove that aircraft carriers are useful!" Qin Tao said: "In this way, we can pave the way for our domestically produced aircraft carriers."
The tonnage of the aircraft carrier, ski jump take-off or catapult take-off, etc. are all secondary. If the navy wants to build an aircraft carrier, it must first solve the problem of aircraft carriers being useless.
This question is crucial.
Back then, after all the hard work was done to get Varyag back from Lao Maozi, why was it exposed to the sun and wind for many years, and allowed to park alone in the port?
Just because the superiors have not yet made up their minds on whether to build an aircraft carrier, many people are arguing.
After all, among those clichés, aircraft carriers are offensive weapons, we are peace-loving, and as long as we guard the mainland, a group of shore-based aircraft is enough. This argument is quite popular.
So much so that when the aircraft carrier was brought back, the meritorious officials still...
The navy is very anxious, but it has to win the argument first.
However, one thing after another can still wake up countless people. Everyone will see that the strength of the motherland and the rejuvenation of the nation require a powerful navy to protect it!
At this moment, Qin Tao seemed to see a scene in front of his eyes that people would never forget.
In 1993, the freighter Galaxy was humiliatingly boarded and inspected by the Americans. In 1994, it was approached at home in the waters of the motherland, leading to a confrontation. In 1996, there was a crisis that almost triggered a war. In 1999, three
A number of personnel stationed abroad spilled their blood in a foreign country. In 2001,…
Incidents one after another have made everyone establish a firm belief: we must build a strong navy and have our own aircraft carrier formation!
Now that Qin Tao is here, and since the aircraft carrier has begun to be involved, what else can be said, let’s start laying the groundwork now!
"Captain Zhang, you just said that the United States and other Western countries have deployed nine aircraft carriers. You can write an article about how powerful a war machine like an aircraft carrier is in modern warfare," Qin Tao asked.
Zhang Zhen said.
Zhang Zhen's eyes lit up. Yes, he had never grasped the key. Qin Tao reminded him that he wanted to write such a paper!
"In modern warfare, aircraft carriers have unparalleled power projection capabilities. One aircraft carrier can suppress a small country." Qin Tao said: "Aircraft carriers are also a diplomatic means and a symbol of a big country. People must change
The impression that aircraft carriers are useless should not only be felt in the naval system, but also among the people. For example, American naval movies that promote aircraft carrier-based aircraft, Top Gun, etc., can be shown."
Although Top Gun, a famous American blockbuster, was released in 1986, it was not introduced to China. It was not until 1993 that more than a dozen Western films were introduced to China every year, and Top Gun was talked about by domestic audiences.
.(I don’t know if this is correct.)
In short, it is necessary to let ordinary people also have this urgent need. Why don’t we have an aircraft carrier? The people are thirsty, and the resistance will naturally be reduced.
Leader Nie let out a long sigh: "Mr. Qin, you understand our domestic situation very well."
What Qin Tao said was something they had ignored before, but now that they think about it, this public opinion building is really important.
"TV is also a very good means of publicity. We can create some TV programs." Qin Tao continued: "For example, Captain Zhang can be a guest to introduce military news, introduce the power of aircraft carriers, and popularize science for the public. Our Navy
We can also open some bases to cultivate the thinking of a great power navy in our students. Later, when they grow up, they will be able to become staunch aircraft carrier factions."
"President Qin, listening to what you have to say is better than studying for ten years. Do you have any other suggestions?" Leader Nie said.
Qin Tao thought for a moment and shook his head: "That's all for now."
In fact, this is a good opportunity. Now that I have met it, of course I will tell you. In fact, how to build an aircraft carrier is a systematic project, and it is definitely not something to talk about in a few words. Qin Tao just caught up with this occasion,
Say everything that comes to your mind.
In the conference room, everyone was still thinking about Qin Tao's point of view. Their navy was so hot right now that it was useless. The key was to convince their superiors!
"Mr. Qin, if we only consider it from a technical point of view, what kind of aircraft carrier is more suitable for us?" Zhang Yang finally spoke.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! He couldn't get in touch with the previous words, and he was also very emotional. Qin Tao was too familiar with these inside stories, so he didn't tell his superiors
Convinced, everything is in vain!
However, he is a technical person after all and wants to analyze it from a technical perspective.
"The displacement of aircraft carriers is too small. Just look at the Americans. They fool other countries into building small aircraft carriers, but their own aircraft carriers are getting bigger and bigger. In terms of our country's needs, if it matches the modified Su-27
For a carrier-based aircraft, the displacement would be 60,000 to 70,000 tons."
Anyway, it's just talk on paper. Now that we've started talking about it, let's just talk about it. At this time, Qin Tao was talking in high spirits.
"So, should we take the catapult take-off path of the American aircraft carrier, or the ski-jump take-off path of the Soviet aircraft carrier?"
"If we talk about launch efficiency, catapult takeoff is definitely better, especially since it can also catapult shipborne early warning aircraft. However, considering our actual level, it is safer to take the old route." Qin Tao replied: "As for ejection
After the device arrives, maybe we will have a better choice?"
"Is there any better choice for the ejection device?"
In the jet age, countless engineers scratched their heads in order to take off and land on aircraft carriers.
The British first developed the steam catapult, and then the Americans developed it. Now, the bulky Tomcat fighter jets are all launched using catapults, which is considered to be completely mature.
Although Lao Maozi is engaged in ski-jump takeoff, they are still developing steam catapults in their research institute. If nothing goes wrong, the latest nuclear-powered aircraft carrier will be equipped with steam catapults.
Qin Tao said, is there a better choice?
"Yes, electromagnetic ejection." Qin Tao said: "Now it seems like science fiction. Maybe in the future, an outstanding scientist from our country will develop this device and mature it?"
When he said this, Qin Tao suddenly remembered that the respected scientist had been working at his job for ten years, right? He was in his prime at about thirty years old, should he find an opportunity?
, meet him?
This can be regarded as paving the way for aircraft carrier catapults.