Seeing with his own eyes the superconducting material suspended above the magnetic field, Bai Xinzhou suddenly became even more excited. The emotion was much stronger than when he received the news, and he had no idea what words to use to describe it.

He turned around and said something to Xu Yuan from the bottom of his heart, then turned his attention back to the material.

I couldn't take my eyes off it.

After almost half a minute, he suddenly thought of something and asked quickly:

“Have you calculated the production cost of this room-temperature superconducting material?”

“How much production capacity can be achieved?”

As the president of the Academy of Sciences, Bai Xinzhou is well aware of the value and significance of room-temperature superconducting materials.

Now that it has been successfully conquered, the next step will certainly be to apply it in related fields.

The cost and production capacity of such materials are issues that need attention.

After all, if the cost is too high and the production capacity is low, the only way to maximize profits is to apply it to high-end technology research, such as quantum computers or controlled nuclear fusion devices.

Xu Yuan listened to Bai Xinzhou's words and answered in a deep voice immediately without leaving himself much time to think.

"Based on the method and process we used to synthesize this material, its cost is only slightly higher than that of new aerospace materials. I think it should be within the acceptable range for the country."

"In addition, with the continued research and optimization of materials, the cost may be reduced."

"As for production capacity, my suggestion is to build a special production base for room-temperature superconducting materials."

"This is to ensure our supply of room-temperature superconducting materials."

Xu Yuan knew very well that room-temperature superconducting materials were different from other common materials and required a specific synthesis method. The existing material production line obviously could not meet the subsequent market demand for room-temperature superconducting materials.

Under such circumstances, building a new production base is the most suitable and convenient method.

After all, we can't rely on laboratories to synthesize room-temperature superconducting materials.

That would be too inefficient.

Bai Xinzhou naturally agreed with Xu Yuan's suggestions.

After all, Xu Yuan is the developer of this room-temperature superconducting material. No one else can compare with him in terms of professionalism.

As the saying goes, leave professional matters to professionals, this is the most correct approach.

"No problem, I will arrange what you said as soon as possible."

Bai Xinzhou nodded upon hearing this and decided to mass-produce this room-temperature superconducting material as soon as possible.

Accelerate the development of science and technology in related fields.

The room-temperature superconducting material project can now be officially completed and declared a success.

As things progressed, everyone in the laboratory was finally able to relax.

Taking advantage of this time, Zhang Jin suddenly spoke up and mentioned the question of whether room-temperature superconducting materials should be made public.

"Dean Bai."

"The room-temperature superconducting material project is now basically complete. This achievement is also revolutionary for the whole world. I don't know whether the higher-ups will decide to make this news public."

Bai Xinzhou naturally understood what Zhang Jin meant by the announcement of such a miraculous and major material result.

Global carnival celebrations are just a small matter.

It may even cause turmoil in the international situation, and no one can predict in which direction it will develop.

This is only possible if the country has absolute power and is able to deter turmoil at an extremely fast speed and firmly grasp the world's discourse power in its own hands.

Otherwise, rashly announcing the discovery of room-temperature superconducting materials might turn out to be a bad thing.

However, although Bai Xinzhou thought so in his mind, he did not directly express his attitude or give his answer.

After his gaze lingered on Zhang Jin for a moment, it fell on Xu Yuan's face again.

Then he asked the same question to Xu Yuan.

"Xu Yuan, tell me what you think about whether to make this public."

After hearing Bai Xinzhou's words, Xu Yuan did not keep him in suspense. He thought about it for a while and then expressed his own views.

"The advent of room-temperature superconducting materials will undoubtedly have an impact and will definitely cause a huge stir around the world."

“It affects the relatively stable international situation at the moment.”

"I think we should seize the time and use room-temperature superconducting materials to make achievements in some key scientific and technological fields. This way, when we transform this scientific research result into our own powerful force, there will be no formal pressure to make it public."

It can be said that Xu Yuan's words successfully made everyone present fall into deep thought.

Carefully weigh the pros and cons.

According to the country's tradition, the situation of the previous generation or even the generation before that will be made public only when there are better things.

You need to always have a trump card in your hand, which is the so-called trump card.

The influence of room-temperature superconducting materials is indeed huge, but after all, they are just newly synthesized materials.

It did not play a role in specific areas.

In a sense, their project has just begun.

In this case, the most important thing to consider next is to realize the practical value of room-temperature superconducting materials as soon as possible. On the contrary, it becomes irrelevant whether it is made public or not.

"What you said makes sense. I will report this matter to my superiors as soon as possible."

Bai Xinzhou nodded at Xu Yuan, and then he immersed himself in thought again.

Not long after.

After understanding all the situations clearly, Bai Xinzhou did not stay in the laboratory for too long.

He soon left by car.

He needs to report to his superiors as soon as possible regarding room-temperature superconducting materials.

Try to formulate follow-up plans in the shortest possible time.

When only the project members were left in the laboratory, Zhang Jin was the first to ask Xu Yuan.

“What do we need to do next?”

At present, room-temperature superconducting materials have been successfully developed, and the corresponding superconducting experiments have all been completed and detailed data have been obtained. In addition, before the relevant orders from above come down, it is impossible to carry out work as required, so it seems that I am too idle and can't find anything to do.

It comes down to it.

It can only be said that the research on room-temperature superconducting materials is too smooth.

All in all, it didn't take much more time than previous research on new aerospace materials.

Facing the king of materials in the material world, it can still maintain such efficiency, which can indeed be called a miracle.

Xu Yuan knew that although he had already mastered room-temperature superconducting materials, more corresponding research would still need to be carried out.

Ensure that this material can perfectly fit every field.

This allows for maximum performance.

So under this circumstance, it is definitely impossible for their project team to disband.

Therefore, when faced with Zhang Jin's question, Xu Yuan quickly had an idea in his mind.

He immediately said:
"Next, we need to synthesize as many material samples as possible so that we can conduct more tests."

Right now in the laboratory, there are only fingernail-sized samples of room-temperature superconducting materials suspended in the magnetic field. If more related testing experiments are to be carried out, the quantity of these single samples will definitely not be enough.

Each time the synthesis of room-temperature superconducting materials takes at least one or two days.

It is indeed necessary to reserve in advance.

After all, before the relevant material production base is built, the synthesis of room-temperature superconducting materials still has to rely on laboratories.

As the dean of the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Yanda University, Zhang Jin has extensive experience.

As soon as I heard Xu Yuan's words, I understood its importance.

Without further ado, he began to execute it.

And actively arrange other project members to jointly synthesize room-temperature superconducting materials and prepare samples.

"Then let's get started."

"It's just this small sample that's really missing a little."

With previous synthesis experience, it can be said that the synthesis of materials again can be said to be easy.

Even the others didn't seem to be worried at all, and after hearing this, they all started to get ready to take action.

……

While the superconducting materials laboratory was accelerating the synthesis of room-temperature superconducting materials, good news soon came from Bai Xinzhou.

After the above discussion, it was decided not to disclose the information on room-temperature superconducting materials that have been mastered to the public for the time being.

And immediately select a site to build a material production base.

In addition, Bai Xinzhou also brought Xu Yuan a new piece of news.

"Your suggestions have all been approved by the higher-ups. For the time being, we will not disclose the information about room-temperature superconducting materials to the public. At the same time, we will build a large-scale room-temperature superconducting materials production base."

In the office that afternoon, Bai Xinzhou's face was flushed and he spoke to Xu Yuan excitedly.

It is certain that during this period of time, Bai Xinzhou has never been so happy, excited and excited as he is today.

This is all because Xu Yuan led the team to conquer room-temperature superconducting materials.

No matter what, Xu Yuan is an academician of the Academy of Sciences. Now that he has made such great achievements in the field of materials, Bai Xinzhou, as the president of the Academy of Sciences, must be very proud.

Even in the future, you can ask for funds with confidence.

How could I not be happy?

Xu Yuan was sitting opposite at this time. After listening to Bai Xinzhou's words, there was no obvious change in the expression on his face.

Obviously this result is not surprising.

However, the plan to build a large-scale material production base from the very beginning shows that they are very optimistic about the future of room-temperature superconducting materials. It is estimated that room-temperature superconducting materials will be used on a large scale in multiple fields.

I believe that within a few years, both the power system and transportation will usher in new changes.

While Xu Yuan was thinking about this in his mind, Bai Xinzhou continued speaking.

"Of course, I still need your help with the construction of this material production base and the design of the production line."

The production method of room-temperature superconducting materials is different from that of other materials, which requires a specific design of the production line to ensure good production capacity.

To accomplish this task, Xu Yuan's help is definitely indispensable.

Naturally, Xu Yuan would not refuse this and had almost no hesitation when he heard this.

He immediately nodded and agreed.

"no problem."

"This is what I should do."

Bai Xinzhou said this and didn’t keep the topic in suspense any longer.

Choose to get straight to the point and tell the real point of this meeting with Xu Yuan.

"Actually, I came here today because I have something else to tell you."

"Please go ahead, Dean." Xu Yuan gestured. After he finished speaking, he also noticed that the expression on Bai Xinzhou's face suddenly became serious.

He was completely different from the excited look he had just had.

This undoubtedly made Xu Yuan even more curious, wanting to know what could have made Bai Xinzhou so serious.

You have to know that as the president of the Academy of Sciences, he rarely has this kind of expression.

Fortunately, Bai Xinzhou did not waste time. The next second he spoke in a deep voice and explained the details of the matter.

"It's like this. The hospital has assigned you a new task."

"We are planning to transfer you to Luyang Science Island to be in charge of the Plasma Research Institute of the Institute of Physical Science and the artificial sun project that is currently underway."

"I wonder if you would like to?"

After listening to Bai Xinzhou's words, it would be absolutely false to say that Xu Yuan's emotions did not fluctuate.

After all, he is quite familiar with the artificial sun project.

The Plasma Research Institute team is conducting research experiments on the Tokamak controlled nuclear fusion device and has achieved good results. They are already ranked first in the world in the research of controlled nuclear fusion.

It created a new world record of running for 7000 minutes at a high temperature of 17 million degrees Celsius.

There is also the artificial sun project, which is located on the Science Island in Luyang.

If he goes to science to participate in the artificial sun project, in a sense it would be like returning to his hometown to work.

As his mind worked quickly, Xu Yuan quickly figured out these things.

First of all, he has made great achievements in mathematics and physics, and now he has successfully developed room-temperature superconducting materials, which can greatly promote the research of tokamak devices. No matter from which aspect, he is indeed the most suitable person to join the artificial sun project.

Let the country truly master the controlled nuclear fusion device.

Completely solve the energy problem.

Perhaps because he was worried that Xu Yuan would not agree with this decision, Bai Xinzhou did not stop talking when Xu Yuan was lost in thought.

"You should know the importance of controlled nuclear fusion better than I do."

"Although the artificial sun project has made some progress, there is still a long and difficult road to go before we can truly master controlled nuclear fusion."

"If you can take on the responsibility of this project, then I believe that with your talent and strength, you may really be able to master the controlled nuclear fusion technology and solve the ultimate problem currently facing human civilization."

"Only when we have controlled nuclear fusion can we have the real power to control the global discourse."

As Bai Xinzhou's words reached his ears, Xu Yuan didn't waste time thinking about it too much.

The next second he readily agreed to it.

"I resolutely obeyed the arrangement of the institute and went to Science Island to be responsible for the research of controlled nuclear fusion devices."

"That's great." Bai Xinzhou's face was full of joy.

After going through so many projects, there is no need for anyone to question Xu Yuan's strength.

It is not an exaggeration to say that as long as Xu Yuan is involved, the project is half completed.

How could Bai Xinzhou not be excited when he thought that the country might soon be able to achieve controlled nuclear fusion?

However, he quickly controlled his emotions and gave a few specific instructions.

"I've already arranged everything for Science Island. You can go there anytime."

"Of course, there is no need to rush this time."

"First, arrange the handover of things in Yanjing, and also take care of your family."

"If you have any problem that needs to be solved by the hospital, please feel free to ask."

In the following time, after Bai Xinzhou had said everything he needed to say, he did not stay any longer to waste Xu Yuan's time.

Then he got up and left.

Xu Yuan also knew in his heart that this project was different from previous ones.

I'm afraid I'll need to live in Luyang for a long time, so I must talk to my family and make clear arrangements first.

But no matter what, he must participate in the research on controlled nuclear fusion.

He has worked his way up in the scientific community and has now become an academician of the two academies.

A world-renowned talented scientist in many fields.

The biggest pursuit left is his own spiritual satisfaction. Whether it is conquering room-temperature superconducting materials or researching controlled nuclear fusion, or seeing changes in human civilization, he enjoys the process.

……

night.

When Xu Yuan returned home, he did not hide the fact that he was about to return to Luyang to participate in scientific research.

He told Chen Yuran directly.

When Chen Yuran learned about this, he made a decision immediately without any hesitation.

"Then I will apply to the station tomorrow to transfer to Luyang to work."

"My daughter is going to junior high school soon, and with her parents here, there won't be any problems."

Yes.

Chen Yuran decided to accompany Xu Yuan back to Luyang.

After hearing this, Xu Yuan wanted to persuade her, but after meeting Chen Yuran's firm gaze, he finally agreed.

He knew Chen Yuran's temper too well, and the decision she made would never be easily changed because of external factors.

This is somewhat similar to him.

However, Xu Yuan still has some confidence in his own strength and talent.

In addition, since we have room-temperature superconducting materials, perhaps this trip to Luyang Science Island will not take too long.

If everything goes smoothly, perhaps a device that can truly achieve controlled nuclear fusion can be developed within a very short period of time.

Just like the previous room-temperature superconducting material project and the new aerospace material project.

Since both of them have made the decision, they naturally start to arrange the things at hand as soon as possible.

Try to get to Luyang Science Island as soon as possible.

at the same time.

The Luyang Science Island artificial sun project team also received the news that Xu Yuan would soon join the project.

Based on this incident, the person who is happiest is Academician Li Guojian, the current project leader.

As a plasma physicist and academician of the two academies, he has made a lot of efforts and contributions to the research and development of the artificial sun project.

It can even be said that if it were not for him, the current artificial sun project would not have been able to maintain its global leadership.

Under normal circumstances, as the project leader, he has already worked well with his team.

At this time, a new project chief designer is suddenly parachuted in. Logically, he should be the most unhappy one. Not only will his voice be weakened, but the most important thing is that he is afraid that they will not be able to get along well with each other.

After all, their project has not just started.

If the other party is unable to integrate in a very short period of time and control the subsequent research direction, then not only will it not be of much help to the project, it may even cause the project progress to stagnate.

You should know that overseas research on tokamak devices has not stopped in recent years.

If there are problems in the research on artificial sun at this time, it is possible that we will be overtaken by others.

It can be said that if someone else were to be parachuted in to take the position of chief designer.

Then he will definitely be the first to stand up and oppose it.

But this person happened to be Xu Yuan.

As the saying goes, a person's reputation is like the shadow of a tree. Xu Yuan's popularity in the academic community is undoubtedly unquestionable.

What's more, Luyang is Xu Yuan's hometown, and related reports have always been given full coverage.

Based on the achievements and contributions Xu Yuan has made in academia, I believe that no scientific researcher would refuse to work with him.

More importantly, Li Guojian is well aware of the problems currently facing the artificial sun project.

Although the tokamak device they are researching has been able to operate continuously for more than ten minutes, there is still a huge gap between it and true controlled nuclear fusion energy.

Even the entire progress has come to a standstill and the data cannot be pushed forward any further.

In this case, new blood is really needed.

To break the deadlock.

As long as Xu Yuan participates in the project, perhaps all problems can be solved in a short time.

Moreover, he also learned a good news from the dean Bai Xinzhou that had not been made public.

That is the room-temperature superconducting material that Xu Yuan has just conquered.

This is a blockbuster for them and can effectively upgrade the performance of the tokamak device.

First of all, room-temperature superconducting materials, with their high conductivity and low energy consumption characteristics, can conduct current at room temperature without energy loss. This makes the transmission of energy in controlled nuclear fusion devices more efficient and can reduce energy loss.

In addition, the anti-magnetism of room-temperature superconducting materials can help build a more powerful magnetic field system.

This helps stabilize the nuclear fusion reaction process.

Furthermore, the low-temperature superconducting materials currently used require complex external facilities to ensure a lower critical temperature environment.

Room-temperature superconducting materials avoid this problem.

This can effectively reduce the volume and weight of the tokamak nuclear fusion device.

Improve the usability and portability of the device.

In order to express his sincerity and welcome to Xu Yuan, Li Guojian announced something to other key project members on site after arriving at the office that day.

"I just received news that the chief designer of the project sent by the headquarters will arrive in Luyang today. Everyone should stop your work and go to the airport with me to greet him this afternoon."

As other project members did not know yet, the chief project designer sent by the headquarters was Xu Yuan.

I felt somewhat dissatisfied when I heard that everyone had to stop their work and go to the airport to pick someone up.

After about ten seconds of silence, someone in the crowd expressed a different opinion.

"Li Yuan."

"Who is the person sent by the headquarters? It's such a grand event that we all need to go to the airport to meet them."

Li Guojian heard this with a mysterious smile on his face. He first glanced at the other person, then took over the conversation and explained in a mysterious manner.

"Of course you don't have to go if you don't want to. But if you don't get to see Academician Xu Yuan, don't come to me and say you regret it."

Almost at the moment the words fell, everyone else at the scene was stunned.

There was only one thought left in my mind.

"what!"

"The chief designer of the project coming here is Academician Xu Yuan?"

...(End of chapter)