bookrandom Chapter 461 Dragon Country Satellite, launched!
Chapter 461 Dragon Country Satellite, launched!
As soon as the chief finished speaking, the atmosphere in the office suddenly became much more relaxed.
Fang Yu straightened his military uniform, his eyes gleaming with confidence.
"Don't worry, Commander," Fang Yu said firmly. "This 'Dongfanghong-1' satellite represents the wisdom and hard work of our entire nation."
"Professor Qian Sen personally designed the launch vehicle, and every component has been tested hundreds of times."
The chief walked to the sand table by the wall, where models of rockets and satellites were placed.
The rocket's streamlined body points straight to the sky, and the satellite's rounded outline is filled with sophisticated instruments.
These are the results of Longguo's independent research and development, and every screw embodies the hard work of scientific researchers.
"Tell me," the chief pointed at the satellite model, "what's so special about this satellite?"
Fang Yu walked forward and gently stroked the satellite model with his fingers.
"Commander, the greatest feature of this satellite is its communication system."
"We have installed a completely new design of radio transmitter on it, using the latest transistor technology."
Li Dingyuan interjected, "The system designed by Comrade Fang Yu allows satellites to send clear signals in space."
"By then, the whole world will be able to hear the voice of the Dragon Kingdom!"
"Not only that," Fang Yu added, "the satellite is also equipped with temperature sensors, barometers, radiation detectors and other scientific instruments."
"These data are of great significance to our study of the space environment."
The chief nodded, his eyes gleaming with satisfaction: "Great, we Dragons will finally leave our mark in space."
"Yes," General Chen said with emotion, "Back then we couldn't even build a decent airplane, and now we're sending satellites into space."
“If those who look down on us knew this, I wonder what their expressions would be!”
Fang Yu smiled. "They'll know soon. Once our satellite enters its planned orbit, it will broadcast a signal to the entire world."
"When the time comes, let them hear the voice of the people of Dragon Country!"
"Xiao Fang," the chief suddenly asked, "tell me the truth, how sure are you?"
The office suddenly fell silent. Everyone looked at Fang Yu, waiting for his answer.
Fang Yu straightened his back, his eyes determined. "Commander, I can guarantee with my rank that this launch will be a success!"
"Professor Qian's rocket thrust is fully sufficient, and our guidance system has been repeatedly verified. Moreover..."
There was a hint of pride in his voice: "Our technicians have been living almost entirely at the launch site for the past three months!"
"Every part and every process has been checked countless times. Even a scientist from the US wouldn't be able to find any faults!"
The chief stood in front of the window, looking at the distant sky.
Ten years ago, the country was still fighting for survival; a year ago, they had just fought a bloody battle with the Eagle Sauce on the battlefield on the peninsula.
And now, they are about to launch a charge into space.
"Comrade Fang Yu," the chief turned around, "do you know why I don't pursue the Emperor's affairs?"
Fang Yu was stunned: "Please give me some advice, Chief."
“Because I saw something more important.”
The chief's gaze was deep.
"The life and death of those war criminals is not so much a reckoning of history as it is the end of history. And what you are doing..."
He pointed to the satellite design and said, "This is the beginning of history!"
"The moment our satellite flies into space, it will be the beginning of the true rise of the Dragon Nation."
Fang Yu was shocked, and he finally understood the good intentions of the leader.
"The launch will be in three days," the chief said. "I want to be there myself. Let the world see the power of the Eastern Dragon!"
There was applause in the office.
Everyone knew that they were witnessing history, the awakening of a great nation.
The satellite about to be launched is not only a culmination of science and technology, but also a symbol of national rejuvenation...
……
Three days later.
The Jiuquan Launch Center was bustling with activity early in the morning.
Delegations from various countries arrived at the viewing stand one after another.
The American delegation sat in the last row, contrary to their usual practice, and Johnson had a gloomy expression.
The Russian delegation deliberately sat in the front row, and its leader Kozlov occasionally glanced provocatively at the Americans.
The British and French delegations chose a middle position, trying to maintain a delicate balance.
“Is this Dragon Country’s Long March 1 carrier rocket?”
Dr. Brown, a space expert from John Country, held up a telescope and carefully looked at the huge object on the launch pad.
“It looks… incredible!”
The rocket's streamlined design is flawless, and its silver-white shell sparkles in the morning light.
The special structure of the engine nozzle attracted the attention of experts from various countries. They whispered and tried to guess what level Dragon Country's rocket technology had reached.
"Hmph, looks like it was copied from our V2 rocket."
An old engineer from the Hans delegation said disdainfully.
“Shut up!”
Kozlov turned suddenly.
"Where is your V2 now? Wasn't it taken away by the Americans?"
Johnson stood up and said, "Watch your words, Comrade Kozlov. We have legally accepted the scientific researchers from Hans..."
"Legal?" Kozlov sneered. "Why didn't you say it was legal when you secretly shipped von Braun to Eagle Sauce?"
"you……"
Seeing that the representatives of the two countries were about to quarrel again, Fang Yu and Qian Sen walked out of the command room.
"Everyone," Qian Sen said with a smile, "I think everyone is here to witness history, not to argue, right?"
Fang Yu added: "If you are interested in the rocket, I can introduce it to you."
"This rocket uses a brand-new multi-stage propulsion system. The first stage has a thrust of 75 tons and can send a 300-kilogram payload into low-Earth orbit."
When they heard this data, all the experts gasped.
Even Johnson couldn't help but sit up straight.
75 tons of thrust!
The experts present knew exactly what this meant.
"That's impossible!" an American expert blurted out, "Even our Redstone rocket has a thrust of only..."
He snapped his mouth shut, realizing he had let something slip.
Fang Yu smiled without saying anything, turned and walked towards the command desk.
Qian Sen began to explain the launch process to representatives from various countries.
"Thirty minutes left to get ready!"
The countdown has begun.
The clamor in the viewing platform gradually died down. Even the Bear Eagle representatives, who had been arguing a moment ago, fell silent. Everyone's attention was focused on the silver giant.
White vapor filled with liquid oxygen swirled up from around the rocket, like clouds in ancient mythology.
In the morning light, the Long March 1 rocket stands tall, like a sword about to pierce the sky.
"Countdown 20 minutes to get ready!"
Fang Yu stood on the command platform with a firm gaze.
He knew that at this moment, the whole world was waiting.
We are waiting to see whether this former "Sick Man of East Asia" can create a miracle and seize the initiative in the space race.
"Countdown 10 minutes to get ready!"
The chief and other leaders have also arrived at the viewing platform.
Their expressions were serious and solemn, because they knew the significance of this launch better than anyone else.
"Countdown 5 minutes to get ready!"
The technicians at the launch site nervously carried out the final checks, everyone holding their breath, fearing any mistakes.
"Countdown 1 minutes to get ready!"
Fang Yu took a deep breath and glanced at Qian Sen who was standing next to him.
The old professor nodded at him, a confident glint in his eyes.
“30 seconds!”
“20 seconds!”
“10 seconds!”
The viewing platform was completely silent.
Everyone stood up involuntarily and stared at the launch pad.
At this moment, political differences and ideological disputes seem so insignificant.
Because they were about to witness one of the greatest moments in human history.
"5!"
"4!"
"3!"
"2!"
"1!"
A dazzling light suddenly burst out from the bottom of the rocket...