Ming Dynasty and New Rome and Infinite Magic Machine

Chapter 1073 Invitation

"By the way, the performance of this thing is really amazing."

Standing in front of this cannon, the sheer scale of this thing is truly revealed.

Although it is a "cannon", its caliber is not much smaller than that of a real launch vehicle.

Although a giant rocket like the Suzuki cannot be stuffed in, its "upper stage" is a full 2800 mm high, which is enough to fit an elephant.

"So you can reach the second cosmic speed in this thing? That is 30 times the speed of sound?" Shang Luo still couldn't believe it.

He knew that the aerodynamic laboratory in Shuntian also had a spectacular wind tunnel that could produce 30 times the speed of sound. But that wind tunnel could only produce 50 times the speed of sound for a scaled-down model at a 30mm outlet.

That wind tunnel and the magnificent structure in front of it are completely products of two different eras.

"So, it really is 30 times the speed of sound?" Shangluo confirmed again and again.

"Theoretically it's possible."

"What do you mean by theoretically? You mean, this is the theoretical limit? In reality, it's hard for you to reach that speed?"

"That's not the case. With the help of Torch Fuel, we can reach our limit."

"I guess you're going to say but?"

"Yes, but from a business perspective, we generally don't go near that limit."

"why?"

"Here's the thing - you know there's an aerodynamics laboratory in Shuntian, right? The 30 times the speed of sound there can be achieved because the facility itself has enough potential. With the support of perfect equipment, it's not difficult to reach 30 times the speed of sound in a small-scale experimental scenario. But here, because the scale is so large, the closer we get to the extreme working conditions, the more torch energy we consume will soar exponentially. So extreme working conditions are not economical for us."

“So it’s an economic account?”

"Because the essence of Lanfang Aerospace is commercial aerospace. If the economic accounts are not balanced, then these facilities will be meaningless."

"That's right. Commercial spaceflight is indeed like this. How fast can you launch with enough funding?"

"The speed is variable, depending on the mana of the operator."

"So you don't know anything, right?"

"It's just a magic weapon." Zheng Shijie said helplessly, "That's what a magic weapon is like. How much power a magic weapon can exert depends entirely on the magic power of the user. The function of a magic weapon is to strengthen a person, and it cannot exist independently of a person."

"How strong a Qigong practitioner would be needed to be able to reach the theoretical limit?"

"In theory, the Jindan stage should be enough."

"Golden elixir stage???"

"Ah, what I mean is that the last part of the exponential surge limit requires the Jindan stage to reduce it to a reasonable range for 'commercial spaceflight'. In fact, there is no need to challenge the limit of 30 times the speed of sound, the foundation building stage can be used normally. It's just that my third uncle was unwilling to sit in the warhead - ah, I mean, he didn't want to sit in the cockpit."

【He just mentioned the warhead.】

"Well, can you let me try it first?" Shangluo asked, "Is there a mode that doesn't require me to drive?"

"Of course, because not every spaceflight is manned, cargo needs to be transported as well. So even if I don't go in, it's still possible to input spiritual energy from outside. Do you want to try? Then I'll have someone inject fuel."

"Isn't this a bit expensive?" "Don't worry, the power is adjustable. Just adjust it to the point where you can hear a noise." He checked the clock. "Let me give you a practice first, and then you can go to the cafeteria of our institute to have lunch. I'll give them a call and I'll activate it now."

"Is this convenient? No need to prepare in advance?"

"If you want to fire at full power, it will take a long time to debug. I'll let you fire it once for fun, just to warm up the barrel. Is there anyone else who wants to play? I'll pay for the firecrackers today." He looked at the other people who came with Shangluo.

"Me! I want to play too!" Wen Yuan raised her hand.

"You are... What are you practicing? What level?"

"I am a Lei Xiu who has reached the perfection of the middle stage of Qi Refining."

"That's fine, you're one of the best. Do you want to play? Lu Liang, do you want to play?"

"Ah?" Lu Liang, who was standing behind, was stunned for a moment, "Guoxing, how do you know my name?"

"I went to your Wutaishan Training Center and read the student recommendation information. I was very impressed by you. You are both excellent in character and academic performance, abide by discipline, and have a good family background. Nanyang University wants to send you an invitation letter. I wonder if you are willing to come."

"Eh? Is it so sudden? But I still want to study in Beijing."

"Don't worry, I'll ask my secretary to give you a business card later. Just consider it as a good relationship. Oh, by the way, there's a guy named Wen Yuan in your school. Do you know him? I want to send him an invitation letter, too."

"He, he's next to you."

Zheng Shijie was stunned for a moment: "So you are Wen Yuan! Why didn't you tell me?"

"How do I know you don't know me?"

"If you don't tell me, how can I know that you don't know and I don't know. Oh, this is all a mess." He patted his head, "I was wondering, how come anyone I picked has the strength close to the late stage of Qi Refining? It turns out that you are the one I want to choose. Why do you look different from the photo?"

"The photo shows me in the second year of junior high school. I am now in the third year of high school and will soon graduate."

"Yeah, that's what I said. So, are you interested? Do you want to come to Nanyang University?"

"I'm actually more interested in the Lan Fang Army."

"Oh!" Zheng Shijie nodded vigorously. "This is indeed good. I also think that the treatment I gave to Lan Fangjun is quite good. What is your hope for future employment?"

"Second in line. If I can't join the Imperial Guards, I'll join the Lan Fang Army."

"Eh? Aren't there any Jinyiwei here?"

"The Jinyiwei can't fly planes, and most of the time they just stand guard and act like a vase. I still want to be a fighter pilot."

"Okay, okay. If you are interested in this, the Lan Fang Army is definitely your best choice. The Lan Fang Air Force has many more opportunities to go into battle than the Imperial Guards. If you are willing, you can accept our dispatch while you are in college."

"Delivering orders? Are you guys delivering food?"

"Well, you should also know that Qigong practitioners are very busy. We can't control Qigong practitioners in the army. So we usually sign a contract with Qigong practitioners. You come when there is a combat mission, and you can do other things when there is no mission. We will, like the Imperial Guards' flight team, tailor a specialized fighter for Qigong practitioners like you, which is completely adapted to your own combat methods. How about it, are you interested?"

"In fact, the Western Regions also talked to me about this before."

"You mean the Protectorate of Luntai, right? They only have mass-produced aircraft, which are cheap and durable. If you really want to enjoy the pleasure of flying, why not come to Lanfang and become our specially hired pilot."

(End of this chapter)