Chapter 538 Someone wants to buy the aircraft carrier design drawings
Chapter 538: Someone Wants to Buy the Aircraft Carrier Design Drawing
"Hello everyone, welcome to today's Zhang Zhongshuo International Defense Exhibition. During the International Defense Exhibition, our program has been revised from once a week to once a day. The latest news will be reported every day. Our focus today is to discuss Nirvana.
The design drawing of a brand new aircraft carrier just launched by the Watt Design Bureau is almost the same as the design drawing of the Mingzhou Group that we highlighted yesterday, with only a few differences."
"In order to better discuss this project, today we specially invited the old director of the Ermao Black Sea Shipyard, which has built many aircraft carriers, Mr. Makarov! He will do the most professional analysis for us. Now, please
Mr. Makarov says hello to everyone!"
The aircraft carrier project has already begun, and there is no need to hide the people who were recruited in the past. Babbage was recruited secretly, and the outside world does not know it yet. However, Makarov came here openly, and he was at Ermao's place anyway.
Bian is already retired and his family members have already arrived in China, so he won't worry about any problems.
So this time, I simply let him show up, so that he can also show the power of Mingzhou Group from the side and recruit heroes from all over the world.
"Hello everyone." Makarov spoke Russian. Although he can speak some Eastern languages, but not many. Anyway, there are translations and subtitles, so it can be broadcast.
"Currently, Mr. Makarov is at the Mingzhou Shipyard and is responsible for supervising the construction of the Navy's 001 aircraft carrier. Now, I would like to ask him to comment on this project of the Neva Design Bureau."
Makarov nodded.
"One of the biggest highlights of this project is that it uses a nuclear power system. I don't know much about the current nuclear power system, so I can only infer from the aircraft carrier in the past Red Empire era.
At that time, the nuclear power system of the aircraft carrier had already begun to be assembled in the workshop, so our shipyard was also familiar with it. In order to pursue high power, the nuclear reactors in the Red Empire era used superheated steam, which is different from the mainstream saturated steam in the West.
The biggest difference is that although it can increase power, it is not very safe."
What to spray? Of course it is what Lao Maozi is most proud of. Whatever they use, then spray whatever.
"Because of safety concerns, although the original Ulyanovsk aircraft carrier used a nuclear reactor, it still had two boilers in reserve. If the nuclear reactor failed, it could continue to operate with the two boilers.
, This is the biggest difference from Western aircraft carriers. It greatly increases the complexity of the power system, but there is no choice."
In the hotel, Sokolov and others, who had worked hard for another day, originally planned to take a good rest. They turned on the TV, purely unconsciously wanting to have some fun before going to bed. However, they saw Makarov
The figure was shocked when they heard Makarov's words again.
They didn't know that Makarov had actually come to the East, and they didn't expect that he would actually throw dirty water on them!
"What is he talking about? How can they belittle a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier from the Red Empire period!"
"Yes, our nuclear reactor is safe and there have been no problems!"
While everyone was complaining, Makarov continued to speak.
"Compared with the West, the Red Empire's nuclear submarines had many accidents. K19 had many major accidents, but it still survived. This is the only thing that makes people feel lucky. K8 was not so lucky. In the end
The nuclear reactor sank to the bottom of the sea due to an accident, killing 52 sailors. In 1985, K431 burned critically when replacing nuclear fuel. In 1986, K219 caught fire and sank..."
"Damn it, what did he say about submarines? Can submarines and surface ships be the same?" Some people couldn't help watching Makarov on the TV talking endlessly about the dark history of the Red Empire.
As if he knew what he was thinking, Makarov changed the subject: "Okay, let's not talk about nuclear submarines. Let's talk about surface ships. The first to use nuclear power on surface ships was our icebreaker. I don't have these.
I won’t comment anymore after having been in contact with it. However, I have seen the Kirov-class cruiser. The nuclear reactor used by our aircraft carrier was modified from the nuclear reactor of this cruiser. In early January of 1990, something happened to its left circuit.
The serious leak was very sensational at the time, and many Western media even spread rumors that all the crew on the warship died from nuclear radiation, and that the warship was returning in autopilot mode. In order to prove that the warship was intact, the Red Empire at the time specifically allowed a
A NATO plane was circling nearby, and the pilots who were not on duty went to the deck to greet the plane..."
Sokolov's face was ugly, and his hands were clenched into fists. It was too much. How could they sell the aircraft carrier design drawings like this!
It was not only them who were watching this program simultaneously, but also the Asans in the distant subcontinent.
Sunil was originally a little worried, but now, when he saw the news and saw Makarov's appearance, his brows furrowed even more tightly.
"Damn it, why didn't we find a way to invite Makarov over at the beginning! Now he is working for the Orientals!" Sunil was extremely annoyed.
Saxena said in a low voice: "Your Excellency Sunil, what we need now is an aircraft carrier designer. Makarov is just the director of the shipyard. We have no shortage of technical personnel responsible for supervising the construction of ships. What we lack is
Design Power.”
Sunil did not answer his words. Listening to Makarov's explanation, he couldn't help but nodded: "Yes, his analysis makes perfect sense! The nuclear reactors of the Red Empire are not reliable, and we cannot use such immature methods.
The reactor!"
At this time, Makarov had already talked about the final problem of the tubular nuclear reactor.
"The most important point is that with the collapse of the Red Empire, a large number of companies that once provided support for aircraft carriers have gone bankrupt, including a large number of nuclear reactor production plants. Everyone should know that since the collapse of the Red Empire, Da Mao has no more
A new nuclear submarine has been built, and a new nuclear reactor has not been assembled. Therefore, even if it receives an order, Damao may not be able to produce a qualified nuclear reactor. Any negligence during construction may bring huge risks to users.
.”
"Yes, that's it. This is what I'm worried about!" Sunil's tone was very serious: "If we believe Da Mao's deception and adopt a nuclear reactor, by then, we may be outnumbered by the price of the Super Sun King.
, more serious than the accident of the Super Sun King!"
Seven of the eight boilers of the Super Sun King exploded, and only a few engineers died. If their nuclear-powered aircraft carrier's power system failed and a terrible nuclear leak occurred, everyone might die on board.
This is definitely something they cannot bear.
"Welcome to the nuclear power system that Mr. Makarov explained to us. Next, we will continue to analyze it from other angles. Mr. Makarov, what do you think of the design of this two-ship island?"
"Let me first introduce to you that a modern ship island contains at least the following structures: aviation bridge, navigation bridge, command bridge and electronic equipment cabin. Among them, the role of the aviation bridge is similar to the tower of an airport.
Responsible for the dispatch of aircraft on the deck. Among all bridges, this bridge must have an excellent view of the flight deck. Therefore, in the general design, this bridge is suspended in the left front of the island, which can
On the left, you have a clear view of the deck ahead, and you can even see the situation in the sky. The navigation bridge is the place responsible for sailing the ship, mainly ensuring a good forward view. The command bridge is where the formation commander and his staff direct operations.
The place must also have sufficient space and a certain degree of vision protection.”
Makarov said these things first, and then began to analyze: "If two islands are designed, there will inevitably be problems of mutual shielding. Therefore, for a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, one island is the most suitable.
Mingzhou Group's plan to design the twin ship islands is to meet the huge air intake demand of the gas turbine. It can be said that only the power of the gas turbine requires the twin ship islands, and the others are not."
"That's right, just like our analysis yesterday, since the collapse of the Red Empire, the strength of the Neva Design Bureau has plummeted, and they actually want to play with two-ship islands on a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier! What are they thinking?"
Sunil was very angry.
Sokolov's face was also ugly. Yes, he was busy working on the design drawings last night. He wanted high-end design drawings to whet Ah San's appetite. How could he forget such a simple truth? A nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
What kind of two-ship island?
The Neva Design Bureau was completely disgraced by him! In deep self-blame, Sokolov did not fall asleep that night. When he got up the next day, his eyes were completely swollen.
Due to continuous insomnia, Sokolov's mind was also groggy. He came to the defense exhibition site again that day. In the small room behind the booth, he had just started to doze off when Shao Yingu excitedly shook him awake.
"General Sokolov, General Sokolov! Our customers are here!"
Customers come to your door?
Yesterday, he made a fool of himself again. He actually has a customer? Sokolov was very curious: "Who is it?"
"It's the reporter Chaudhary who came to us twice this time. He said that he came here on behalf of the Asan Navy and wanted to discuss business with us."
On behalf of the Asan Navy, he came to the door on his own initiative! Sokolov was shocked by this huge surprise. He washed his face in the basin next to him, sobered up, and Choudary was brought in.
"Mr. Sokolov, it's a pleasure to meet you." Choudary said, "Please forgive me for using my identity as a reporter for the past two days. After some inspection, our navy decided to cooperate with you."
"We are also very happy and look forward to our happy cooperation." Sokolov said happily: "Do you need us to design a warship?"
"Yes, we are currently preparing to build our own aircraft carrier in China, and the first step is to design it."
Choudary's answer made Sokolov even more satisfied. He must have come to seek help from his side! However, he was also very puzzled in his heart. It was clear that his side's design drawings had been reduced to worthless, and everyone had already
If you gave up, why would the other party come to ask for help?
This is unscientific!
However, his question was quickly answered.
"After repeated consideration, we believe that the design plan of Mingzhou Group is the most suitable. Therefore, we would like to ask you as a middleman to go to Mingzhou Group and ask how much their design drawings cost."
What?
At this moment, Sokolov's face suddenly changed.
What are you talking about? Are you kidding me? Our Neva Design Bureau is obviously the most famous warship design bureau in the world. We have designed many advanced warships, including the aircraft carrier that Mingzhou Group is currently renovating. We designed it
, now, instead of asking us to design, you want us to be middlemen, purchasing other people’s designs?
This is absolutely an insult!
Shao Yingu was beside him and quickly handed over a glass of water: "General Sokolov, please drink some water."
No matter what he is, let’s make money first! Shao Yingu’s position has also changed. He knows that without business, their design bureau will really be finished. Now even if he is a middleman, he can still make a profit.
The price difference.
"If the price is right, we will buy it, and then our Naval Design Office and your Neva Design Bureau will make changes together." Of course Choudary also saw Sokolov's attitude, but he didn't care, hum, one after another
We, Asan, are not fools for making such a serious mistake, how could we be fooled by you!
You also have advantages. After getting the design drawings from Mingzhou Group, we have to refer to them together and then make some changes. Therefore, your Neva Design Bureau will definitely get the design fee.
For example, Ah San will definitely not be able to get hold of the electromagnetic catapult developed by the Mingzhou Group. Therefore, he will consider changing the bow of the ship to a jump deck, so that it will be the same as the Super Sun King and operate the same carrier-based aircraft.
It can facilitate logistical support and so on.
Anyway, Asan has a large number of MiG-29 fighter jets on hand.
Sokolov's hands were trembling a little. He tried hard to hold the cup steady and took two sips of water. His mind was slowly waking up.
Although the Mingzhou Group's design drawings need to be purchased, their Neva Design Bureau still needs to participate in the changes. Therefore, their Neva Design Bureau can still make money. Although it is embarrassing to say it, making money is the most important thing at present.
It's embarrassing, but it's better than being a dirty design bureau. It will get better and better in the future!
People are so strange, and those with integrity will not give up for half a bucket of rice. But what if it is not just you, but a family, or even hundreds of people in a unit?
Not to mention bending the waist, bending the knees also has to be done.
Sokolov took a deep breath: "Why don't you directly contact the Mingzhou Group yourself?"
Why did it go through the hands of the Neva Design Bureau? Ah San directly asked the Mingzhou Group for the design drawings, and directly asked the Mingzhou Group to help with the modification, eliminating the need for a middleman to make the difference. Wouldn't it be good?
Finally, Ah San was disgusted for once!
Now it was Chaudhari's turn to look ugly.
Isn’t this nonsense? Can we go directly? Are we shameless?
He was very unhappy, but he could not break out. Fortunately, he had been a reporter for many years and had rich experience. He immediately found the reason: "We still believe in the Neva Design Bureau. Our cooperation with the Neva Design Bureau
It will be more enjoyable. Except for the initial purchase of design drawings, other things have nothing to do with Mingzhou Group."
It is already the third day of the defense exhibition. There is not that much traffic. Many customers have already seen it. Those who should discuss cooperation discuss cooperation. Those who feel that there is no gain will go home.
There were also fewer people in front of Mingzhou Group’s booth.
Yang Dawei and Qin Tao chatted together.
"Mr. Qin, Lao Ma's speech yesterday was really wonderful! He slapped Lao Maozi hard in the face, but let's break up like this, okay?"
"How can this be called a betrayal? We are forced to fight." Qin Tao said with a smile: "They copied ours and didn't allow us to comment on their project? Moreover, our comments are not biased in any way.
, they are completely talking about the matter. They have the ability to belittle our project."
Yang Dawei nodded. Mr. Qin's words really made sense. Yesterday, everyone wanted to fight on the spot. In comparison, Mr. Qin's approach was smarter.
"The Neva Design Bureau was tricked by us once. I guess we will never come here again."
"Why are you talking? How did we deceive him? It wouldn't sound good if this got out."
Yang Dawei smiled and didn't take Mr. Qin's criticism seriously. At this moment, he saw a few old men walking over from a distance.
Yang Dawei wiped his eyes in disbelief: "Neva Design Bureau, are they trying to knock on our door? Brothers, copy the guys!"
Qin Tao rolled his eyes at him: "Why are you so nervous? Even if you give them ten courages, they won't dare. There are security guards. We are a country of etiquette and now we are a civilized society."
Qin Tao turned to that side and waited with a smile.
"Mr. Sokolov, welcome to our Mingzhou Group's booth." Qin Tao extended his hand: "We are all in the same industry, so we should move around more. We must learn from each other, make progress together, and
Improve it."
Learn from each other? Our Neva Design Bureau is the one you look up to, okay? Such an idea came to Sokolov's mind, but then he gave it up. There is something in this. Our own aircraft carrier plan with two ship islands is not
Are you just learning from Mingzhou Group?
"Mr. Qin, we are here to seek cooperation." Sokolov forced a smile.
"Okay, let's go in and talk."
In a room at the back, the two parties sat down, and Sokolov said: "We admire your design drawing of a medium-sized aircraft carrier with two ship islands, and we hope to buy the design drawing of this aircraft carrier."
Yang Dawei on the side was surprised, what?
Lao Maozi wants to buy our design drawings? This is unscientific!
Qin Tao hit the nail on the head: "Asan asked for it?"
Sokolov was stunned.
In order to avoid embarrassment, Ah San entrusted Neva Design Bureau to act as a middleman. Unexpectedly, Qin Tao actually exposed it!
How did Qin Tao know?
This is too easy to guess. There is a demand for aircraft carriers, but it is not convenient to come directly to purchase the design drawings. The only one who can do it is Asan. The Neva Design Bureau definitely has no demand for procurement. They are doing the design themselves.
It turned out that the buyer behind it was Ah San! Yang Dawei suddenly realized.
Sokolov was a little embarrassed. His face turned red and pale for a while. He took three or four deep breaths before finally speaking.
"Mr. Qin, it is not convenient for us to disclose the origin of our customers." Sokolov said: "Now, we are here to discuss business with you. I wonder how much your aircraft carrier design drawings will cost?"
"Well." Qin Tao pondered for a moment, and then said: "Mr. Sokolov, we have known each other for a long time and are considered good friends. I will provide you with two options."
"Mr. Qin, please speak."
"The first one is to purchase a complete set of our design drawings, the price is two million US dollars, this is a friendly price. The other one is that we only sell the overall design drawing of one aircraft carrier, and you will design the other detailed drawings at this price
It’s two hundred thousand dollars. As for how much you and your customers want, that’s your business. We will never disclose the price to a third party.”
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Sokolov's heart started beating loudly.
The first option did not bring any benefit to them as a middleman. It would cost a maximum of one hundred thousand or two hundred thousand US dollars in commissions, which was a drop in the bucket for their design bureau. The second option was different. They bought it for US$200,000.
Come over here and finish the drawings yourself. In this way, you can earn 1.8 million US dollars by asking Asan for 2 million!
Of course we have to choose the second option!
It's just...there's not enough time!
"You can first ask Ah San for a deposit, say two hundred thousand U.S. dollars. After the deposit is handed over to us, you can get our overall design drawing. Then, you tell Ah San that the design drawing will not be given to Ah San until the end of the defense exhibition.
They, this way you can have four or five days. Use these days to draw out the detailed design, so that it will be seamless." Qin Tao obviously knew what the other party was worried about, and he actually used this trick.
Introduced.
Sokolov's frown deepened: "How can it be possible to draw out the detailed design in four or five days?"
Isn't this a joke? Even when the Neva Design Bureau was at its peak, it would take them several months to draw the aircraft carrier design. Now, Qin Tao actually said it would take a few days? This is absolutely impossible
ah!
"Why is it impossible? It only takes a few days for our Mingzhou Group to make a drawing. We use computers to make drawings, which is much faster! Don't you still use ordinary manual drawings? How old is this?
"Qin Tao didn't believe it.
Sokolov felt a little ashamed. Yes, what age is this? Computer graphics should have been popularized long ago!
"Oh, I understand. You are here on a business trip and you didn't bring a computer, right? In this case, I can help you contact an organization's computer system, and you only need to rent it for a rental fee."
Sokolov was still shaking his head.
"Then you can only tell the customer that after you get the drawings, take them directly back to the Neva Design Bureau and ask the customer to go to your place."
Sokolov took a long breath: "This plan is okay."
"By the way, when you get the design drawings, you must make changes. I have a small suggestion."