Chapter Eleven: Firing the Rocket Launcher into the Storm!
“Ah, that… the Guardian-type new rocket launcher, it was primarily developed by the Harbin Institute of Technology’s Chen Jinchao National Defense Research Group, in cooperation with the second institute of the Jiangshan Heavy Industry Group’s Rocket Launcher Research Institute. It is a new generation of rocket launcher.”
“With a total weight of 40 tons, and a payload of 20 tons, it can march at a speed of 40-50 kilometers per hour on off-road conditions, and a top speed of 80 kilometers per hour on roads. It uses an 8-wheel steering system, can climb slopes of 35 degrees or more, wade through water of 0.8 meters deep, and cross trenches of 2.5 meters wide…”
“We can read all that ourselves, you don't have to recite it. I want to ask why you haven't started the test yet? Did something go wrong?”
Zhong Xianchao, who was nervously introducing the Guardian-type new rocket launcher to the group of observers, was interrupted by Elder Zhong before he could finish his introduction.
This left Zhong Xianchao, who had always been afraid of his grandfather, speechless.
He couldn't explain the reason either. Zhong Xianchao was afraid that if he revealed the testing method, the leaders would immediately call for a halt.
Wouldn't that waste all of Chen Jinchao's careful preparations?
It has to be said, despite the fact that Zhong Xianchao wore rimless glasses and seemed gentle and refined on the surface, the craziness and rebelliousness in his bones were no less than anyone else.
Of course, he wouldn't admit it.
He always thought it was Chen Jinchao who led him astray.
“Is there enough time?”
After being interrupted by his grandfather, Zhong Xianchao looked towards the test command center not far away with pleading eyes.
With just a glance, Chen Jinchao understood what he wanted to say.
“Delay it a little longer!”
“The cloud formation time has been delayed.”
Chen Jinchao blinked twice, and Zhong Xianchao understood as well.
Immediately, a look of desolation appeared in his eyes.
He didn't even dare to look up at his grandfather.
“That… ah, leaders, I won't go over these basic data.”
“Then I'll introduce to everyone the features and characteristics of the Guardian-type new rocket launcher!”
“This Guardian-type new rocket launcher's special feature, besides using a vertical launch method, is that it's the first rocket launcher in our country to use radar guidance and inertial guidance, combining both types of guidance. It doesn't rely on satellites, and it also improves the accuracy of the rockets, which will provide the army with more choices on the battlefield.”
“Similarly, the second ignition range-extending technology is also an unprecedented improvement. The solid-fuel rocket engine not only increases the range of the rocket launcher, but also allows for controllable maneuvering and orbital changes within the atmosphere, improving its survivability and striking ability on the battlefield!”
“Besides these, there are many small design improvements, like the box-type launch structure, which is convenient for the modularized loading mentioned in the report, achieving quick loading, quick strikes, and run away after firing… no, it achieves the design goal of rapid deployment and withdrawal.”
“The automation level of the Guardian is also very high, three soldiers can achieve enemy strikes! It can fire single shots, or 8 rounds in a volley, and can target a single target, or lock onto multiple targets simultaneously…”
Zhong Xianchao introduced everything with all his might.
At first, he was a bit nervous, but as he went on, he became more and more excited!
His cheeks were flushed with excitement, and he didn't notice that Elder Zhong's face was getting darker and darker…
“Isn't all this written in the project proposal?”
“What are you all stalling for?”
“Isn't the purpose of us being here to see if this new rocket launcher is really that powerful?”
Elder Zhong interrupted again, his patience clearly reaching its limit.
If not for the fact that there were so many people present, he would have already wanted to grab his belt and whip his grandson.
What is this?
Is this just a paper project? Just a theoretical experimental report, and the actual development hasn't been completed, so you're afraid to test it on site?
Elder Zhong had eaten rice for so many years, he was a 'wise man'. Seeing his own grandson standing in front of him, the moment he sat down, Elder Zhong knew something was wrong, there must be a 'trick' in it.
Thinking of the worst possibility, the fire in Elder Zhong's heart had reached his throat, unable to be suppressed.
Just tell me if there's a problem!
If you're lying, I'll really beat you with my belt until it breaks!
Zhong Xianchao could feel the anger in his grandfather's voice, and could only pretend not to understand.
What could he do?
He was also desperate.
He glanced several times at the test command center not far away, but didn't see Chen Jinchao's figure.
Looking towards the distant horizon, a gentle breeze caressed his face, with no clouds in the sky, the sun hung high in the sky. It was a perfect day for a trip, no, for getting a beating…
“What are you daydreaming about?”
“Ah, um, oh, everyone must be hungry. It's already noon. We've specially prepared meals. How about we eat and chat.”
“Are there any special dietary restrictions? I'll go make arrangements now!”
Zhong Xianchao was about to escape, but then he heard his grandfather’s clear voice, “Zhong! Xian! Chao!”
It’s over!
Jinchao, I’m sorry, I can’t hold on any longer!
Zhong Xianchao’s face fell, and he obediently returned to his original position. He was about to confess the test launch plan when he saw the weather suddenly change dramatically, dark clouds gathering on the horizon. The originally sunny noon suddenly turned gloomy.
The wind picked up, and sand blew.
Even on the edge of this desolate wasteland, one could see the horizon in the distance, the yellow sandstorm connecting with the sky, swirling and flying, breathtakingly majestic!
The power of nature, at this moment, made mankind realize their own insignificance.
Here it comes!
The storm is here!
“Finally here!”
“Grandpa, we're launching right away, you just watch!”
Zhong Xianchao was overjoyed, forgetting even his title.
He didn't care about anything else, he rushed towards the test command center in the strong wind, tumbling and crawling, leaving behind a group of bewildered people:
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