At this time, Nicholas and others were already planning to get in the car and go to the airport, and were saying goodbye to Qin Tao. Suddenly, Xu Zhengyang came over in a hurry.
"President Qin, the Admiral Razaev suddenly caught fire while it was sailing at sea. We are requesting support from fire-fighting forces."
"Fire? How could there be a sudden fire?" Nicholas was immediately worried: "How is the fire situation?"
How about it? You can think of it with your brain, the fire must be too serious, so you have to ask for help here. There are a lot of damage control facilities on the warship, and they can handle the general fire by themselves.
Nicholas reacted quickly and said anxiously: "Qin, hurry up, mobilize all your power to help us put out the flames, hurry up!"
Qin Tao nodded seriously: "Immediately call the nearby garrison for help and ask their professional fire boats to put out the fire. If it's too late, we will mobilize our helicopter to put out the fire!"
The Mi-26 helicopter has a huge belly that can hold a lot of things. One of the configurations is a large-capacity water tank, which is used for fire-fighting operations. In places where fire trucks cannot reach, this kind of helicopter is more efficient in extinguishing fires.
"Thank you, Mr. Qin." Nikolai said with lingering fear, "Can we take a helicopter and go up to have a look?"
"Okay." Qin Tao said, "I will immediately mobilize a Mi-171 and let's go over and have a look."
When the helicopter flew over the Admiral Razaev, the fire had been extinguished and the smoke had stopped, but the burned area was still clearly visible and shocking.
Above the bridge platform, the huge mast building is complete.
The top pair of search radar antennas above have been burned and changed their shape, and the spherical shells below have been burned away, exposing the various antennas inside. They are also burned horribly, and the four sides of the mast are also charred black.
color.
"This is a big loss." Nicholas's face was gloomy.
For a warship, the most expensive thing is the electronic system. Originally, Lao Maozi planned to make do with it, as long as the power system was replaced first and it could start running again. However, the burned main mast in front of them shattered their illusions.
Half of the various radars were burned out, how could they be used directly? They had to replace them on a large scale, and this fire also showed that it was not easy for them to use them directly.
The helicopter landed on the large deck. Nikolai and others got off the plane with gloomy faces and looked at Stanislav who greeted him: "What on earth is going on?"
At this time, Nicholas still had doubts in his mind: Was it the Mingzhou Group that had done something? However, he and Qin had a close relationship. Qin would not have tampered with his things. Moreover, during the modification of this warship, there were
A large number of Lao Maozi's personnel were present. Under their supervision, the Easterners had no access to other places except the engine room, and it was even less possible for them to go inside the main mast to cause damage.
"It's a rat." Stanislav's face was ugly: "Our warship was visited by rats during the period of storage. The radar cable on our main mast must have been chewed by rats and short-circuited."
Rat? Nicholas asked suspiciously: "How are you sure it's a rat?"
Isn't this just to shirk responsibility?
"Our warship will definitely be supervised by the armies of other countries during its return journey. Therefore, after we left the port, we planned to turn on the radar. Originally we only planned to turn on the MR750 radar on the rear mast to conduct a search, but this radar
There was no response at all, so we sent people to check and found that the cable had been chewed by mice and there was a lot of mouse droppings in it." Stanislav said: "Because this radar is no longer usable, in order to ensure the safety of returning home, we
We could only turn on the MR-800 radar on the main mast. Who would have thought that as soon as the radar was turned on, there would be smoke inside. Although we conducted emergency treatment, we were unable to extinguish the flames in time, so we had to ask for help."
"Damn it, how can you be so stupid? Since the radar on the secondary mast is bitten, don't you think that the radar on the main mast may also be bitten? Moreover, you should also know how powerful the flag radar is.
Oh, how could you be so careless!" Nicholas looked serious.
"Nikolai, I think Stanislav is also doing this for the safety of the warship. He definitely doesn't want to see this happen, so don't blame him."
Stanislav looked at Qin Tao gratefully. Mr. Qin was so kind. At this time, only Mr. Qin could say good things to him, and no one else could.
"Now, the key is what to do next." Qin Tao said: "Will you continue to drive this warship back and wait for the radar to be modified, or will you hand it over to our Mingzhou Group? I heard that the radar on the mast at the back is broken. We
We have the same model here, and we can replace it for you at the cost price."
The MR750 radar is a top-panel radar. This radar actually exists as a backup radar on the Kirov-class cruisers. It can be used on top of the previous MR800 radar when an accident occurs. However, in fact, because the MR800 radar consumes too much power,
It is large, and it is still an old antique, so when the Kirov-class cruiser goes to sea to perform normal missions, the MR800 radar on the front mast is almost not turned on, and it usually relies on the roof radar at the rear to provide power.
This kind of radar is used on many warships. For example, the smaller Glorious class is also used. It seems that it was discovered during sea trials that the MR800 radar was useless, so the two radars were exchanged.
The top of the mast becomes the top plate, and the top pair is installed on the auxiliary mast at the back, giving the best position to the top plate, which also illustrates the status of these two radars.
If they want to go back, they need to turn on at least one radar. Now, Dongfang happens to have the same model of radar, which can be replaced for them.
Nicholas thought for a moment and then said: "We need to report to our superiors, but there should be no problem."
If it is not handed over to the Mingzhou Group for improvement, it will have to be towed back. If it is towed back, then repairs will have to wait for who knows how long. The 22350 that was driven back last time is still waiting, and it is probably the same this time.
, and their navy can't wait any longer, and the Pacific Fleet is in urgent need of putting this warship back into service to enhance its strength.
"Well, you can use our top-panel radar, or you can purchase our improved model. Even our top-panel radar has been modified, and its performance is greatly improved compared to yours."
Anyway, this kind of radar is a version that can be exported, so Qin Tao doesn't have to hide it when introducing it.
"Performance improvement?"
"Yes, when we introduced your Type 956 destroyer, we tested your radar. It only has a maximum transmit power of 30 kilowatts. For a target with a radar reflection area of 7 square meters, the detection distance is only
130 kilometers, the detection of ships on the sea is only 30 kilometers, and it can only track a maximum of twenty targets. This kind of radar obviously cannot complete the task of long-range search. I wonder if your current radar technology has been improved."
In Qin Tao's memory, Lao Maozi launched a revised model, and the transmission power was increased to 90 kilowatts, but these still cannot be compared with the Eastern ones.
"The transmitter power of our radar has been increased to 100 kilowatts. The search distance for air targets exceeds 250 kilometers. The detection distance for anti-ship missiles can also reach more than 30 kilometers. Those small missile speedboats can also reach 50 kilometers.
Discovery is possible inside and outside, and not only is the discovery distance increased, our target processing capabilities are also greatly improved."
The old men present all opened their eyes wide, obviously they did not expect that such technology existed in the East.
"When the antenna rotates once, the radar can automatically track a hundred targets and accurately track the trajectories of twenty targets. It can provide target data guidance for our Red Flag Sixteen and is also compatible with your Shikili air defense missiles.
"
"Qin, this radar has advanced performance and can be used as the main search radar of our warships. I believe that the superiors will definitely support it. After all, we do not have the same type of radar in China. If we have this kind of radar,
Then our flag radar can also be removed."
This old-fashioned MR800 radar has been burned out. How should I repair it next? Should I replace it with one of the same type?
There's no need to change them, the factory has stopped producing them a long time ago.
Now, Dongfang's roof-mounted radar can provide a search distance of 250 kilometers, so just use this radar and make do with it. If you go back and report it to the boss, the boss will accept it, because they can't
No choice! In this way, the warship can also be equipped with Shikili missiles, which will have stronger air defense capabilities. It’s just that the radar detection distance is a bit close.
Just when he thought of this, Qin Tao continued: "If it is used as a search radar for destroyers and frigates, the search range of this radar is still a bit short. We are currently studying its further improved models in China, which can increase the search range.
To 300 kilometers, at the same time, we also have a brand new single-sided S-band phased array radar, which can also replace this radar, but the price is a bit expensive."
The performance of phased array radar is indeed good, but it is expensive!
At this time, hearing what Qin Tao said, Nikolai immediately made the decision: "As a radar for daily use on warships, there is no need to build a phased array. A radar like the MR750 will suffice. However, your search range is 300 kilometers.
Can the facelift keep up with our modification progress?"
"Ask when we get back." Qin Tao said, "In this way, your main mast will be empty. I wonder if you have any improvement plans."
At this time, the guys were talking and walking, and they had already arrived on the front deck. Looking at the burnt black main mast, Nicholas also frowned: "Yes, this way, the main mast will be free.
, how about transplanting your radar to the main mast?"
Qin Tao shook his head: "No, I think that since the main mast has been burned out, it must be replaced. The mast that uses the four-sided phased array radar on your 22350 frigate is good and can be transplanted."
Have you ever transplanted the main mast of the 22350 frigate? Nicholas was a little speechless: "Qin, this kind of warship was designed by you. The transplantation work will be completed quickly if you leave it to you. However, even if the transplantation of the new mast is completed, we will not
There is no way to complete the subsequent improvement work. After all, our domestic research and development is very slow. Although they keep saying that it can be completed this year, we think that it is good enough to complete it within five years. Our cruiser cannot wait for that.
Long."
"If that's the case, you can use our main mast." Qin Tao said: "We now have a shield ship for export, European style, with a four-sided phased array radar on the top of the main mast. Do you know?"
Nicholas sighed: "I know, but Qin, you should also know that it is impossible for us to replace your weapon systems in large quantities, and it will not be approved by the leaders. The leaders have always been looking forward to domestic self-research
.well!"
"Then it depends on whether your navy is anxious." Qin Tao said: "You also said that your own parts research and development may not be completed in five years. Your leaders will watch your warship because of
Lack of radar equipment on the main mast and the delay in entering service? If you can afford to wait, then bide your time. If you can't afford to wait, then use ours. Isn't this a very simple matter? Moreover, if we use
We can also help debug the system and provide guidance for the S-300F missile on the warship."
"What?" Everyone present was stunned.
They did not allow Oriental people to come into contact with the bridge and other places on this warship because they were afraid of technical leaks. Who would have thought that Oriental people could actually complete this kind of work? If a four-sided phased array radar was used to provide guidance for the S-300F missile,
Then the combat capability of this warship will immediately reach a new level.
Although Lao Maozi's Kirov-class cruiser looks very powerful, in fact, Lao Maozi's system integration ability is too poor. Various weapons operate independently, and the actual effect is greatly reduced.
Take air defense weapons as an example. They mainly rely on the S-300F ship-to-air missile system installed on warships. In addition to the old 5V55, they can also use modern 48N6 missiles, which can have a range of 150 kilometers. On the surface
It looks like it can provide the fleet with regional air defense capabilities, but in fact, the fire control system limits its performance.
An MR-90 fire control radar is installed at the front and rear of the bridge. The appearance of this radar is spherical, so NATO gave it the nickname Top Dome. It is really appropriate. The guidance range of this radar
It is only 70 kilometers away, so this kind of arsenal ship-like existence does not have strong air defense capability.
Moreover, although there is a guidance radar at the front and rear, this radar also claims to be able to guide 12 missiles to attack 6 targets at the same time, but in fact the radar has too many limitations and is simply unable to cope with multi-target attacks.
Only on the fourth ship, Peter the Great, was the front cover replaced with a tombstone, which was a model transplanted from a land-based missile system. This kind of radar has a detection range of 300 kilometers, but I don’t know why.
, only one was replaced, the rear one still has the top cover.
For now, the performance of these radars is very weak and should have been replaced a long time ago. If Dongfang provides a four-sided phased array radar and can also complete the guidance work of the S-300F, it will allow the warship to gain huge benefits.
performance improvement.
"Qin, can you complete the system integration?" Nicholas asked in surprise.
"Of course there is no problem. As long as you provide the fire control interface of the weapon, we can complete the integration." Qin Tao said: "This is an opportunity for you. I hope you can give up some principles and seize this opportunity."
Although the Mingzhou Group first built the anti-aircraft ship using the Reeve-M suit, Qin Tao could never admit that he had cracked all the secrets inside, so he still had to let Lao Maozi take the initiative to provide it.
As for whether Lao Maozi will provide it? It depends on Lao Maozi's choice. Anyway, it is impossible for one's own side to open the interface, so one's own side can only help debug it.
"Should we open the weapons interface?" Nicholas frowned immediately: "Qin, how is this possible? For us, this is related to our military secrets."
"What kind of military secrets are already backward?" Qin Tao said: "You are S-300F, which is just an early model modification of S-300P. Now, not to mention S-300PMU2, even S-400 you
Can it be sold? What secrets does this early system have? It has been thoroughly studied by the West for a long time. Even the enemies know it. Are you still reluctant to hand over the parameters to your friends? It’s okay if you don’t hand it over, but we won’t.
Helped improve it.”
The expression on Nikolai's face was complicated: "Qin, I can decide on the improvement of the radar on the rear mast. Now we can drive back and improve it directly at your dock. However, for the changes to the main mast in front, we even need to open our
The weapon interface is not my decision. I need to go back and report it, otherwise I will make my own decisions without authorization, and there will be big problems."
"Okay." Qin Tao nodded: "Then let's help improve the rear mast first. Five million US dollars is enough for this."
"Where's the front?"
"If the improvements are made according to what I said, the cost would be 100 million. We are all good friends and we won't make any money from you."
Nicholas gritted his teeth and nodded: "Okay, 100 million is 100 million. In order to give this warship modern combat capabilities, 100 million is worth the effort. However, looking at the situation now, this warship still has many problems.
For example, all the circuits on the ship may have been bitten by rats."
"We can help detect this, replace any problems, and install more circuit breakers to avoid similar situations from happening again. Of course, we need the circuit diagram of the entire ship." Qin Tao said.
Asked for some more things!
Nicholas had no other choice but to nod and agree temporarily.
Even if this kind of work were to be done domestically, it would take a year or two, and there is no guarantee that it will be foolproof. The domestic shipbuilding industry is completely finished.
The helicopter took off again, this time flying directly to the airport. Although after some twists and turns, the plane took off on time. At the airport, Qin Tao watched the plane leave and let out a long breath: "Oh, this kind of work is not easy.
Making money is all about helping old friends."
"Yes, Mr. Qin, we don't make money, and we don't care about the money, so why bother like this?" Xu Zhengyang was also a little curious.
Rats and other things are of course deliberately arranged. Although the radar is powerful, it is not easy to catch fire.
"It's not for us." Qin Tao said: "If we modify the giant ship for Lao Maozi, some people in the country will push us, say what Lao Maozi is doing, and then condemn us from the moral high ground, without even looking at what is happening now.
what's the situation."
There are no eternal friends, no constant enemies, only eternal interests. Over the years, Dongfang must have a good relationship with Lao Maozi, and even make Lao Maozi stronger, so as to gain more development time for itself.
Xu Zhengyang shook his head: "I still don't understand."
"When we install the fire control system on them, we can do something to prevent their missiles from firing at us. This will not only make Lao Maozi stronger, but also avoid the threat to us. Do you understand now?"
Xu Zhengyang nodded: "I understand, I will report your arrangements."
"No need for now, who knows if the secret will be leaked." Qin Tao said: "We will report it when someone comes to trouble us. Now, we have to go to the capital."
"Want to take care of the kids? Stay until the Chinese New Year?"
"Of course not, it's a navy supply ship." Qin Tao said.
When we returned to the north, the city was already full of ice and snow. From a distance, we could see thick black smoke coming out of the boiler room of Gongzhufen. It was the heating boiler that had been burning. Qin Tao looked at the familiar building and sighed.
He said: "The supply of natural gas is still not enough. We should switch from coal to gas here to give our capital a blue sky."
"Mr. Qin, you are standing and talking without pain in your back." In the car, an adjutant who picked up Qin Tao from the airport said: "The price of natural gas is more than three times that of coal. If you replace it with natural gas, the extra
Where does the money come from? Will your Mingzhou Group replenish it?"
Qin Tao smiled and did not continue talking. It is true that standing and talking does not hurt your back. It is cheap to burn coal, but it is too expensive to burn natural gas. It is more than three times now. In the future, the voice of environmental protection will become more and more strict, and many places will switch from coal to gas.
, the price will still rise.
Mingzhou Group is constantly looking for suitable sources of natural gas to meet domestic demand, but this price must still follow the market. It is impossible to use their own money to subsidize domestic demand. I don’t know how many people will be lying on Mingzhou Group.
Suck blood from your body, resell it from your side at a low price, and then sell it at a high price. There is no need to let these people take advantage.
This is just a small episode.
Huanglou.
"President Qin, the recent sea trials of our aircraft carrier went smoothly. The shipbuilding quality of your Mingzhou Group is really good!" a leader said.
"This is what we should do. If the aircraft carrier is built with problems, it will be the sinner of the country." Qin Tao said: "Let's not talk nonsense, let's get to the point quickly. Everyone, what are the current comprehensive supply ships of the navy?
It is far from enough. We need to build a larger ocean-going comprehensive supply ship to meet the use of aircraft carriers. Captain Zhang should have reported to you, right?"
"Yes, our existing Type 908 comprehensive supply ship is indeed not enough. It cannot meet the needs of two aircraft carrier formations at the same time. However, you said that if you want a supply ship with a displacement of 50,000 tons, will it be too big?"
"Is our navy too big?"
"Of course I don't mind. As long as the price is cheap, even 100,000 tons will be fine."