It may be difficult for the Japanese to produce the x1.
Because although the Japanese can be called an industrial power, that is only relative to China at this time. The Japanese's technology, industrial capabilities, etc. are still far behind those of Western countries.
But it would be different with Hans' technical assistance...
Historically, Hans' technology on v1 missiles has always been a "secret that has not been passed on", and even allies know nothing about it.
The reason is that the v1 missile is considered by Hans to be a "secret weapon" that can change the outcome of the war.
Of course, such important equipment cannot be leaked easily, even to allies.
But it's different now.
At this time, v1 missiles had appeared in China, which not only appeared but were also used in actual combat.
Under such circumstances, it would be ridiculous if Hans still regarded the technology of v1 missile as an "untold secret".
And not only is it ridiculous, if Hans doesn't share his technology, I'm afraid that when the Hans Alliance is completely defeated, his so-called "untold secret" will still not be effective on the battlefield.
Therefore, Hans did this not to be generous to his allies, but to consider his own interests in the long run.
In just over a month, Hans sent five technicians to the Japs, along with a bunch of data and even the preliminary designed x1... To be precise, it was s1. Hans gave it
Rename.
But that's not the point.
After Okamura Neiji learned about the situation of Hans S1, his confidence in the future attack on the Eighth Route Army suddenly increased.
Because he felt that the most important point was that the issue of air control was solved.
If this is addressed, all strategic goals one, two, and three appear feasible.
However, Okamura Neiji is still a little worried. He is worried that his limitations in professional knowledge may make him unable to understand something.
Therefore, Okamura Neji found Akiyama Kenichi, unfolded the S1 design drawing in front of Akiyama Kenichi, and asked: "Akiyama-kun, what do you think of this equipment? Can we defeat the enemy with it?"
Akiyama Kenichi took the drawing and looked left and right, and then said: "General, this equipment is very close to the Eighth Route Army's x1, but... I think it is still not as good as x1!"
Okamura Neiji said "Oh" and asked: "In what way do you think it is inferior to x1?"
When Kenichi Okamura said "Oh" like this, he felt nervous... He was used to being criticized for failing to complete the research and development tasks assigned to him by Okamura Neji. At this time, he was used to being criticized.
It has become a natural conditioned reflex.
But then Kenichi Akiyama thought about it, this thing was not designed by himself, it was something from Hans. Why should he be nervous about exposing its shortcomings?
So Akiyama Ken calmed down and analyzed: "General, in general, S1 is quite like x1. For example, it can change the orbit to track the target, and the range reaches 500 meters. These all mean that we are facing the enemy x1
Sometimes I have the strength to fight. But..."
After a pause, Akiyama Kenichi continued: "There is another very important point, the fuse!"
As he spoke, Akiyama Kenichi raised his head and looked at Okamura Neiji: "It is said that Taika used a fuse in the Battle of Midway. This fuse... can make anti-aircraft artillery shells automatically explode when they approach the target?"
Okamura Neiji nodded slowly: "It's true. Our army's failure in the Battle of Midway was related to Takao-chan's use of this fuse!"
Akiyama Kenichi tapped S1's head with a pen and said: "The difference between us and X1 lies in this fuze! In other words, the pilots of the Eighth Route Army only need to control the flight trajectory of X1, and X1 will automatically choose a distance from the target.
The explosion will cause maximum damage to the target fighter aircraft! But we..."
Then Okamura Neji understood.
Because S1 does not have this "special fuze", the Imperial pilot not only has to control the flight trajectory of S1, but also controls its detonation.
Detonating it seems easy, but in actual combat it is a big problem.
Because the target is likely to be 300 meters, 400 meters or even further away.
It's such a long distance and it's still in a tense battle, not to mention it's flying at high speed and making fast maneuvers... How can we ensure that S1 detonates at the position closest to the target? I'm afraid it's difficult to even see S1 clearly!
Therefore, pursuing range in this case is meaningless.
The Eighth Route Army's x1 can pursue range without any scruples.
In other words, without the "special fuze", s1 will never be an opponent of x1!
Okamura Neji slumped back on his chair, holding his forehead weakly.
Are you just going to admit defeat like this?
He lost to Yingjiang in the naval battle, but also lost to the Eighth Route Army on land?
So the world is so big, where can there be room for empire to survive?
If this continues, what other choice does the empire have besides defeat and surrender?
The hateful Eighth Route Army, where did they get so much advanced technology!
Not only x1, but also "special bombs".
x1 is used for air control, and the "special bomb" is used to compress the distance in front of the field. It is a perfect match.
But looking back at Hans, s1 cannot match the enemy, and the so-called v1 is also far away...
Even if there is no S1, it would be nice to have a "special bomb"!
The Empire could also use this "special bomb" to blockade the Eighth Route Army's airports.
But……
etc!
Okamura Neiji was stunned for a moment, then he stood up and shouted excitedly: "Yes, the 'special bomb' is the 'special bomb'! Why didn't I think of that!"
Kenichi Akiyama, who was standing aside, felt baffled when he saw Okamura Neji's performance: "Your Excellency, General, Hans's 'special bomb' doesn't mean that the range and safety do not meet the requirements?"
"Of course!" Okamura Neji had a confident smile on his lips. He sighed easily and asked: "Akiyama-kun, do you know... why Hans's 'special bomb' is in range and safety?"
Didn’t you meet the requirements?”
Akiyama Ken thought for a while and answered hesitantly: "Isn't it because the data is not accurate enough? Because the data is not accurate enough, the 'special bomb' cannot make the correct adjustment range..."
"That's right!" Okamura Neiji interrupted Akiyama Kenichi: "The question is, why do we need to go to such trouble? Why do we waste all this time to develop an unmanned 'special bomb'?"
Akiyama Kenichi's eyes widened in surprise when he heard this. He said "Oh": "General, what you mean is that we want to develop... a 'special bomb' controlled by someone?"
Okamura Neiji nodded slowly and asked without answering: "Would it be much faster if someone controlled it?"