Rebirth: My 80s

Chapter 453 Layout

It was naturally difficult for Li Jiankun to talk about things that had not happened yet, so he could only find other excuses.

"Didn't the Academy of Sciences already have non-woven technology? In the same way, the results of the photolithography machines they developed are mainly confined to laboratories and are difficult to implement for civilian use."

He paused and said: "What I mean is that we purchase the latest lithography machine from the 9003 Institute. Based on this foundation, we will attract researchers, train talents, and learn about research and development. One goal: to catch up with the world!

"Of course, if there are results during this period, I will incubate the commercial value in time. As far as I know, the second-generation lithography machine of the 9003 Institute can already produce some large-scale integrated circuits."

It is worth mentioning that photolithography machines have always been the optimal solution for the manufacturing of integrated circuits.

But in this era, many factories have not yet used photolithography machines. The reason is that the products they produce, including the integrated circuits involved, are not complex enough——

The number of transistors integrated on a semiconductor carrier is small.

For example, factories that produce radios, tape recorders, and televisions mainly use etching circuit technology.

The disadvantages of the etching method are obvious. It is rough, abstract, has a high defective rate, and cannot be applied to high-end integrated circuit production.

Chen Chunxian clicked his tongue and said, "You know so much."

Almost surpassing him.

Little did he know that with the little knowledge he had gained when he was a keyboard warrior in his previous life, when they really started developing photolithography machines, Li Jiankun might be able to memorize the "immortal caressing his head" from time to time.

For example, he knew that the fourth-generation lithography machine, first launched by ASML in 1986, uses 193nm ArF laser light source.However, in the nearly 20 years since then, the industry has generally believed that 193nm lithography cannot be extended to the 65nm technology node, so 157nm will become the mainstream technology. However, 157nm lithography technology has encountered huge challenges from the lithography machine lens and has never been able to break through.

It is said that the development of photolithography machine technology has almost stagnated for 20 years.

Until 2007, ASML and TSMC cooperated to develop an immersion lithography machine.The technical details are definitely complicated, but the principle is actually quite simple——

Immersing the 193nm light wave in the liquid, its equivalent wavelength is shortened to 134nm, surpassing the limit of 157nm in one fell swoop.

The source of many creative ideas is sometimes a sudden inspiration.

If at that time, he tells the researcher, "Try putting light into water," will there be a research direction?

Li Jiankun smiled and said, "Haven't you heard this sentence? People can't make money beyond their knowledge. If you want to do this, how can you not do some homework?"

Chen Chunxian hesitated and said, "Will 9003 be sold?"

"Who are you, Comrade Chen? You are the one who is encouraged and supported by the higher-ups. If others fail, you will succeed." Li Jiankun picked up the wire-covered kettle and filled it with water for the boss.

Chen Chunxian glanced at him angrily and said: "You are too narrow-minded. Let me tell you, developing high-precision large-scale equipment such as photolithography machines is a bottomless pit in itself! Another one, how many of the researchers from Laoshizi should be recruited? How many of them are knowledgeable? Explore and train from scratch! It will definitely cost you nothing, can you hold on?"

It’s unthinkable that you have to do the work that the country is doing together. You have to do it alone...

"Don't worry, if you don't do porcelain work without diamonds, you won't be short of R&D funds."

Having said that, if Li Jiankun said there was no pressure in his heart, that would be false.

Photolithography machines are extremely complex. A high-end photolithography machine involves more than [-] parts. Does it need to be made in a factory?Fortunately, we now have a weak foundation.The problem is that as the government abandons the research and development of photolithography machines, the supporting factories or laboratories may have to shut down or change careers.

If he wants to ensure that the research and development of photolithography machines continues, then he must ensure that these factories or laboratories do not "die" and continue to develop.

Either provide funding, or find ways to absorb it.

They all need money!

Unimaginable funding.

Moreover, what he wants to do is not just a photolithography machine, the photolithography machine is just a basic means of production.What he wants is to integrate the entire industry chain of chips...

Before it produces any benefits, there is no doubt that it is a beast that swallows gold!

Li Jiankun suddenly realized that he was extremely poor.

However, there were two factors that drove him to do it:

First of all, if this thing is done, his dream of reaching the top of wealth will not be far away.I'm afraid it won't be much slower than a banknote printing factory.

<divclass="contentadv">Secondly, when we are reborn, we have to do something meaningful, right?You know, those guys in the West in later generations can use technological sticks as weapons to attack us.

I can't stand this nonsense anymore!

Chips are the core of almost all high technologies!

Chen Chunxian sipped his tea and looked at him. If he hadn't cooperated with him once, he would have truly felt his uniqueness and outstanding abilities in all aspects... We really couldn't believe it!

"Anyway, let's talk about it first. I can do it. I will be in charge of the project, I will get the lithography machine, I will find the personnel, and I will take care of all the research and development. You will handle the funding, and you will be responsible for the business incubation. We have a clear division of labor. Don’t let me ask you for money when the time comes and you spread your hands and say you don’t have any, then don’t blame me for giving up the stall.”

As for developing lithography machines, Lao Chen didn't think it was impossible. He was very arrogant when it came to scientific research.

He knew Xu Duanyi, the person in charge of Institute 9003.He graduated from the Department of Precision Instruments of Tsinghua University. In 62, while working on a farm in Jiangxi, he was called back with his two-year-old son.At that time, the entire 9003 experimental base only had some fitters, masters engaged in precision machining, retired soldiers and students from the department.

Who knows about photolithography machines?

All the Soviet experts left.

Isn't it still the result of hard work and hard work?

Since others can create something from scratch, why can't he, Old Chen, take a step further based on the basics?

When he was engaged in nuclear fusion, he was not afraid even if his head was tied to his belt.Researching the lithography machine will at least cost you your life, right?

If Li Jiankun wanted to know what he was thinking, he would have to say with emotion, "Old Chen, Old Chen, you have finally found your way."

He stretched out his hand and shook it with Lao Chen with a snap.

"A word is settled!"

The matter was thus settled.

Later, the two discussed the construction of the "Zhongguancun Science and Technology Building" and the preparation of the company.

The last time we cooperated, we earned 280 million yuan. It was no problem to build a building, and it could be built very well.

The two of them took it all out, added one to five, and established "China Silicon Valley Company", each holding 50% of the equity.

Should we say it or not, Li Jiankun had all the credit for this matter, otherwise he wanted to start a private enterprise in 1981 on his own?

That's purely because I want to eat shit!

The company's future development model is very simple and does not require much management.Chen Chunxian leads the research and development of lithography machines, which is an ongoing project and the company’s “son.”

In addition, the company will attract researchers who are interested in technology diffusion. Of course, the project will be reviewed. After passing the review, test sites, equipment and financial support will be provided. When the results are implemented, investment bidding will be conducted like last time, and the proceeds will be shared between the company and the company. The research team will be divided according to the agreement.

Li Jiankun and Chen Chunxian are both general managers.

The building plans to start construction tomorrow in the spring, and it will be built by the China Construction Engineering Corporation - the economy is sluggish, so they probably won't have much work to do.Other matters are carried out simultaneously.

The discussion lasted until evening. Lao Chen stayed here to have a meal. He was in a good mood. He drank two ounces of wine and finished two large bowls of rice.

After sending him out of the hospital, when he turned around and came back, Li Jiankun stood there for a while in the cold windy courtyard, looked up at the ice cave-like sky, and murmured: "Money, money..."

It was not easy to convince Lao Chen to cooperate. It really took a whole year.If the lithography machine research and development project is launched but the funds are not available, Lao Chen will give up the business - he can obviously do it.

That's called wasting all your efforts.

It seems that starting from next year, he will have to step up his pace of making money.

Today is December 1981, 12.