King of Industry

  Chapter 697 After all, it is still a matter of 'money'

"The so-called functional materials mainly use the electric, magnetic, acoustic, photothermal and other effects of materials to achieve certain functions, such as semiconductor materials, magnetic materials, photosensitive materials, heat sensitive materials, stealth materials, and the manufacture of atomic bombs and hydrogen bombs. nuclear material, etc."

  Looking at the thoughtful Huo Xiufen, Zhao Guoyang sighed softly: "Huo Chu, you must have heard that new materials play a very important role in many aspects, especially in national defense construction."

"Let me give you a simple example. In the mid-1980s, the successful development of several functional materials, ultra-pure silicon and gallium arsenide, directly led to the birth of large-scale and ultra-large-scale integrated circuits, making computer operations from hundreds of thousands of times per second to It has been increased to more than 10 billion operations per second."

"In addition, the role of new materials on aero-engines is equally obvious. You must know that in the aviation industry, for every 100°C increase in the working temperature of materials, the thrust can increase by 24%, which is a very amazing figure! As for the ability to absorb electromagnetic waves Or stealth materials that reduce the infrared radiation of weapons and equipment will be more widely used.”

   Speaking of this, Huo Xiufen has been completely swayed by Zhao Guoyang's expression and movements.

  Listening to this young man's eloquent narration, she had the feeling of being in a classroom and listening to a gray-haired old professor.

Zhao Guoyang's speech continued, and after a pause for a few seconds, he concluded: "And all these are just the tip of the iceberg of the use of 'new materials'! It is conceivable that the research and development of this 'new material' has a great impact on a country's industrial level. How big is the improvement..."

  After hearing Zhao Guoyang's emotional words, Huo Xiufen agreed with "Yes".

  In the internal meeting of the Department of High-tech Industry, the final conclusion on the "new material industry" was exactly the same as this researcher Zhao.

   In terms of understanding of "new materials", Zhao Guoyang is even better.

  The most important thing is that this Researcher Zhao didn't deliberately try to understand the knowledge and information in this area, but just gave the answer instantly after he mentioned it casually.

   Not only how much he has researched on "new materials", but also such a knowledge reserve is enough to shock people.

  Now that I think about it, there is really nothing to say about such a talent being appointed as the head of the inspection team.

  When I was promoted to be a researcher at the deputy director level, I was also complacent, thinking that the leader is "degrading talents without sticking to one pattern"?

  How did I not understand why I came to this young Researcher Zhao?

   "Could it be that deep down in my heart, I'm actually jealous of this Captain Zhao?" Thinking of this, Huo Xiufen couldn't help but look at Zhao Guoyang twice more.

  Noticing the gaze of investigator Huo, Zhao Guoyang grinned and said, "Huo Chu, your complexion looks good now. The worst time of airsickness should be over, right?"

  After Zhao Guoyang finished speaking, Huo Xiufen was taken aback: Yes, after talking with Zhao Guoyang for so long, I even forgot about airsickness.

  This young head Zhao really gives people a very different feeling.

Pursing her lips and smiling, Huo Xiufen asked again: "Researcher Zhao, after hearing what you said just now, it seems that you are also very 'ambitious' about 'new materials'! How about it, have you thought about it?" How about entering this field and developing this functional material by yourself?"

  Zhao Guoyang turned his head to look at the researcher Huo, and smiled faintly: "Chu Huo, your understanding of the 'new material industry' is still a bit off."

   "In fact, the new material industry is not only the research and development of new materials, but also includes the industry formed by new materials itself; new material technology and its equipment manufacturing industry; traditional material technology upgrade industries and other related industries."

   "For the development of new materials, I have self-knowledge. For the time being, I don't have such resources in my hands, nor do I have such strength."

  Zhao Guoyang paused slightly, and then said: "However, in terms of improving traditional material technology, I think many domestic companies are capable of getting involved, and I also have considerations in this regard..."

  Being pointed out by Zhao Guoyang for her shortcomings, Huo Xiufen blushed a little.

  She didn't expect that Head Zhao spoke so directly, without beating around the bush at all.

  However, this also brought a novel feeling to Huo Xiufen, making her more and more interested in Zhao Guoyang.

Zhao Guoyang didn't notice the change in Huo Xiufen's expression, and continued to say: "Compared with traditional materials, the new material industry is highly technology-intensive, with high investment in research and development, high added value of products, and international production and marketing. It has the characteristics of strong performance, wide application range and good development prospects.”

   "But why are there so few domestic companies that dare to set foot in this industry? In the final analysis, it is still a question of 'money'!"

  Huo Xiufen looked at Zhao Guoyang in surprise, and was very surprised at his directness.

   "To put it bluntly, engaging in the new material industry is a waste of money. Not only our domestic companies, but also those companies that have achieved success in the world are all made in this way."

   "Then how much researcher Zhao are you going to spend on this project?" Huo Xiufen asked in surprise.

  Zhao Guoyang shrugged and said: "The investment in new materials is a continuous process, not a one-time price thing."

   "However, the initial basic investment can still be calculated. I think it will cost at least 10 million. If it is lower than this figure, I am afraid that even some basic experiments cannot be done completely..."

  Hearing this, Huo Xiufen smiled and said, "Head Zhao, you really have the guts to invest 10 million in one go!"

  Zhao Guoyang said indifferently: "The investment of 10 million yuan I mentioned is only for the research of rubber products and plastic products among new materials."

"As for new material industries such as metal and mineral products industry, ferrous metal smelting and rolling processing industry, and non-ferrous metal smelting and rolling processing industry, I have jointly established a research room with a large domestic steel production company to specialize in research. The total investment...hehe , keep it secret for now!"

   Zhao Guoyang's calm statement shocked Huo Xiufen so much that she was speechless.

  At first, she thought that this researcher Zhao just had more theoretical knowledge and a better understanding of the "new material industry".

  Who knows, people not only understand, but have already started to do it.

  According to what he said just now, he has even set up a research laboratory in metal smelting, and he has entered this business in a serious way.

  Thinking of this, Huo Xiufen couldn't help reminding: "That... Head Zhao. Last time when our high-tech industry department held an internal meeting, we clearly proposed a two-pronged support method of financial support and new material research and development subsidies."

   "If the company in your hand has already set up a research laboratory, I think you should be able to apply for financial support from our high-tech industry department!"

  After hearing this, Zhao Guoyang smiled happily and said, "Huo Chu, thank you for providing me with this information. When I come back from this trip to North America, I will go talk to Director Jiang about it!"

   "Are you familiar with Director Jiang?" Huo Xiufen finally came to her senses and couldn't help asking.

   "Uh, it's not bad. When I communicated with Director Jiang in private before, I heard him mention the 'new material industry'. I didn't expect him to make up his mind so quickly..."

   Zhao Guoyang is not exaggerating. He did talk to Jiang Haoran about the "new material industry" when the State Planning Commission held the "All-Terrain Vehicle Standard Formulation Meeting".

   At that time, he mainly talked about the use of new materials in the "all-terrain vehicle" industry of "Bombardier" company, and put forward some suggestions and opinions of his own.

  Who would have thought that Director Jiang is a caring person who has extended the "new material industry" to more industrial industries.

  After listening to Zhao Guoyang's narration, Huo Xiufen blushed a little.

   Originally, I wanted to find a topic to chat with Zhao Guoyang, who knew that he was actually a pioneer in the "new material industry". Even Director Jiang's many decisions were influenced by him.

  Is this considered "hands-on-hand"? Huo Xiufen thought to herself.

  Seeing that Huo Xiufen didn't speak for a long time, Zhao Guoyang mistakenly thought that researcher Huo was sleepy.

He smiled with concern: "Huo Chu, are you sleepy? Then go to sleep for a while. Although it is noon now, the flight time for this trip will be twelve hours, and it is necessary to maintain sufficient sleep .”

   "Ah, that's right. There are blankets available on the plane, let me get one for you!"

   After finishing speaking, Zhao Guoyang pressed the "Service" button regardless of whether he needed it or not.

   Soon, the blond stewardess walked over with a smile.

   "Miss, please get a blanket for my companion." Zhao Guoyang motioned.

   "Okay sir, please wait a moment!" The beautiful stewardess replied and walked away.

   After the stewardess brought it, Zhao Guoyang cheerfully handed the blanket to Huo Xiufen.

   "Take a good rest and recharge your batteries! When you arrive in Toronto, you have to turn around!"

  Huo Xiufen, who didn't feel sleepy at all, was speechless for a while looking at the blanket handed over by the enthusiastic head Zhao.

  …

   When the plane arrived in Toronto, it was noon local time.

  Toronto is located in West District 5, 13 hours later than Beijing time.

  But now because it is summer, Toronto, which implements daylight saving time, is 12 hours later than Beijing time.

   After getting off the plane, Zhao Guoyang took everyone through the "transfer procedures" smoothly, and then said to Xu Guangyuan beside him: "Director Xu, you can call Quebec almost, so that they can prepare themselves!"

  Xu Guangyuan nodded repeatedly when he heard the words: "Okay, I'll go and contact Kong Xianchao, China's minister in Quebec. However, I really don't know how to use the public phones in North America..."

   "It's okay, Lao Xu, I'll just accompany you to make a phone call!"

   Xue Ming, vice president of the heavy riding group, happily patted Xu Guangyuan on the shoulder, pointed to the public phone over there and said.

  (end of this chapter)