Chapter 444: The Eastern Sea City Wall returns to China
The first ship of the 054 frigate was launched after the ceremony, but Qin Tao did not catch up with the launching ceremony because he was busy with Er Mao at the time. This busy work only lasted a month or two.
Now, the frigate is in the busy outfitting stage, and the weapon systems have begun to be installed in an orderly manner.
It’s the turn of the air defense system to be installed!
Hongqi-16 missile has been developed for such a long time. This is the first time it has been installed. Relevant units are very concerned and sent a large number of technical personnel to help.
Although Zhao Ling is currently responsible for the research and development of subsequent models, she was the one who developed the Hongqi-16 after all. Now that it is being outfitted, she also plans to go and take a look.
Where is Qin Tao?
Of course I have to go there with my wife and kids!
On April 1, 1995, Qin Tao returned to Mingzhou.
This time out, the time is not short, but the shipyard has long been accustomed to Qin Tao's absence, and everything is in order.
The built 054 looks very beautiful.
Starting from the bow of the ship, a fold line continues to extend back. The further back, the more its upper area is, all tilting inward, covering all the superstructure inside.
Other than the 022 missile boat, it is the only one that pays the most attention to stealth design. The two 051Cs built before were not so extreme.
The appearance design of this warship has reached perfection, and the buildings on it appear more capable.
Compared with the Lavante class, its front-end building has no direct folding corners, and has special plane transitions on both sides, which looks more mature and stable. It has two masts on the top, and the main mast is on the bridge in front. You can see a structure protruding laterally. Since the radar has not been installed yet, the outside world cannot know its radar model now.
As for the chimney at the back, a mast has also been added. I don’t know whether it is to prevent smoke or something else. The top of this mast is a big ball, and radar equipment will also be installed inside.
Zhou Yongfei was busy next to the warship.
Since arriving at the shipyard, Zhou Yongfei has been in charge of warships. After the two 051Cs were built, he naturally took charge of the construction of 054. Now, he is very happy to see Qin Tao coming.
"Mr. Qin, you are back. You don't know how spectacular the scene was when this warship was launched some time ago. It was even more spectacular than the launch of the 051C. Especially the leaders of the Southern Fleet. Many people came to participate. After the launching ceremony, we stayed for two more days, and our engineer Yang gave detailed explanations to these leaders for two days, and they also came to inspect from time to time."
Among the three major fleets, the southern fleet is the most shabby. They are waiting hard for the addition of new warships. The 054 currently being built is for them. Can they not be anxious?
“Then what did they say?”
“They are very satisfied with our warships. Whether it is air defense or anti-submarine, they are proficient in everything, but they have no special features in anti-ship.”
At present, the YJ-81 is still used as an anti-ship missile. This kind of anti-ship missile with a range of more than 40 kilometers is indeed not outstanding. However, these are temporary. The YJ-81 is being developed intensively. After you come out, you can change your clothes at any time.
“You can’t blame us for this, we are not manufacturing missiles.” Qin Tao said: “However, they have anti-ship weapons, and what they lack most are anti-aircraft ships.”
“Yes, what they pay the most attention to is our Hongqi-16 missile. Those leaders have repeatedly warned us that we must successfully complete the construction task and leave no regrets.”
“That’s for sure. We have invited the designers of the Hongqi-16 missile to assist in the installation and provide technical guidance. There must be no accidents. This is our first domestically produced vertically launched missile.”
The one on 051C is the S-300. This missile is from Lao Maozi. The Hongqi-16 is an absolutely authentic domestic product!
“That’s great!” Zhou Yongfei said, looking around, and sure enough he saw a familiar figure.
“Has Gong Zhao come in person? Now we can rest assured.”
Zhao Ling has already boarded the warship and is standing at the front to check.
Installation is also very particular, and a solid plan must be in place. At this time, she was so engrossed that Qin Tao didn't even notice when he walked next to her.
“Our most mature method at present is the turntable launch method, so there is no problem, right?”
Qin Tao's words startled Zhao Ling. She turned to look at Qin Tao and nodded: "Yes, no problem, but this method is too wasteful of space. If there is thermal emission in the future, they can be made side by side. way, more space-saving.”
"Lao Maozi has been doing research there, and there should be results. By then our Hongqi-16 variant will be available." Qin Tao said with emotion: "I still remember the first time I saw When you came, we still used the huge red flag-61."
Qin Tao and Zhao Ling met for the first time at the Huating Shipyard. At that time, they were responsible for the testing of the Hongqi-61. Zhao Ling was a tester on the ship. The huge six-unit cylindrical launcher looked like So spectacular.
“Yes, I also remember that at that time we were unable to even fold the wings. Later, we made improvements based on your suggestions. However, because the technology was too outdated, the Hongqi-61 still did not have a lot of equipment.”
After decades of working on missiles, when they finally matured, Lian Po was already old and was really unable to undertake the corresponding mission. Therefore, apart from the few frigates that were initially built, the Hongqi-61 no longer had any more Piggyback opportunities.
Now, the performance of the Hongqi-16 in front of us is far superior to that of the Hongqi-61. That missile will be submerged in the long river of history.
Thinking about it, it’s really touching.
“Without you, maybe we would still be standing still.” Zhao Ling sighed with emotion.
“No, this is not due to me alone. Even if I got Shikili back, without the tireless research and development of scientific researchers like you, we would not be able to obtain the harvest we are seeing now.”
What Qin Tao said was true, and it was really not his fault alone. Zhao Ling and her colleagues spent countless sleepless nights in order to imitate Shi Jili for surveying and mapping.
It is precisely because of the hard work of so many scientific researchers that the military industry of the motherland can develop rapidly.
Zhou Yongfei followed behind, silently saying nothing, but sighing in his heart. These two couples really get along well with each other, but his own couple is different. Although they both work in the same shipyard, they never see each other at all!
However, Zhou Yongfei has nothing to complain about. Cong Ju was originally a person who was very serious about his work. Now, Cong Ju is simply the leader of Mingzhou Shipyard. Even Qin Baoshan does not have Cong Ju’s power. A scholar will die for his confidant. Zhou Yongfei works here wholeheartedly.
Furthermore, he is indeed very satisfied with the work at hand. This is the most advanced frigate in the country, and even the most advanced in the world!
“Let’s go and have a look at the dock.” Qin Tao finished reading 054 and then went to see the dock.
Xu Zhengyang followed behind.
“Mr. Qin, this kind of warship looks really good.” Xu Zhengyang said as he walked.
"That's natural. From now on, in the order of our navy, this kind of warships will be the backbone and all-rounders at sea. Whether it is escorting or fighting pirates, we can send this kind of ship there. From now on, we will patrol the Gulf of Aden. There is no need to send our main destroyers, this kind of frigate is enough."
The main destroyers use gas turbines, which consume too much fuel. The 054 frigates use diesel engines, which are economical and affordable, and are definitely all-rounders at sea.
"Fighting pirates?" Xu Zhengyang thought of his experience in the Gulf of Aden, and it was really good to say this.
"President Qin, in the future we can use the name of fighting pirates to stay there permanently. After the Gwadar Port is developed, we can also use it as a supply base." Xu Zhengyang analyzed.
Qin Tao turned to look at him: "Have you learned to think too?"
“Of course, Mr. Qin, I have slowly learned a lot about these strategic arrangements from you.”
As he spoke, he had already reached the dock.
"Mr. Qin!" Seeing Qin Tao coming, Kozlov was so excited that he almost trotted over. His face was full of excitement: "Mr. Qin! Where is the Varyag? When will it arrive? We can’t wait!”
Kozlov, Sorokin, and many workers from the Black Sea Shipyard were extremely excited at this time.
When they saw Makarov coming to inspect the shipyard, they already speculated whether the Mingzhou Group was going to buy the Varyag. Later, they heard that the Green Venture Group had purchased the ship. They were very disappointed. I thought I was going to miss the Varyag.
Then, they heard the Shenzhou floating dock appeared there and carried the Varyag back, and they became excited again.
Mr. Qin, it must have been Mr. Qin who did it, he is the only one so capable!
A few days ago, they received the news that they should complete the construction of the ships under construction in the dock as soon as possible and vacate the dock. They even guessed something.
They will continue to build the Varyag!
"What is the Varyag?" Qin Tao glanced at the excited Kozlov: "That's the Oriental Sea Blockade!"
The Oriental Sea Blockade? No matter what it is, as long as it is that boat!
“The ship is in very bad condition, you must be prepared.”
"Yes, we have been prepared for a long time. During this time, we have been recalling the previous construction process, and we pieced together a drawing." Kozlov said, taking out the drawing.
The proportions are inconsistent. After all, they are not professional draftsmen. However, Qin Tao is very curious about the dense markings on it. They are all names of people!
"Wherever we have built, we will write the name on it. When it is time to refit, we will be very familiar with it and can complete the transformation in the shortest time." Kozlov said: "We look forward to it sailing again in On the sea!”
Looking at the excited Kozlov, Qin Tao really couldn't pour cold water on him.
“These are things for the future. After the ship comes back, the first thing to do is to remove the rust, which will take a long time.”
“There are still a lot of barnacles growing on the bottom of the ship.” Kauzlov said: “We have already prepared a batch of tools, and using them will definitely make the operation smoother.”
Following his words, Sorokin on the side handed over a shovel.
From the size point of view, this thing is similar to a shovel for eating. It has a black texture on the surface and looks very special.
“What is this?” Qin Tao asked curiously.
"An electric shovel specially used to shovel the bottom of ships." Sorokin said proudly: "We can install it on the front end of the impact drill to replace the drill bit and only turn on the impact mode. In this way, the shovel will continue to impact forward, To achieve the purpose of shoveling things, in order to enhance its strength, we specially selected the highest strength alloy steel we produce, which is quite easy to use."
As Sorokin said, he brought another impact drill and put them together. Although there was no power socket and it was impossible to demonstrate its actual performance, Qin Tao could see it as long as it was placed here.
This thing is definitely a sharp tool for shoveling the bottom of a ship!
Not only is this ship about to start construction, but their shipyard will also receive some ship repair work in the future. After a few years of sailing, barnacles will grow on ordinary ships, which requires entering the shipyard to eradicate them. This tool is simply perfect.
In fact, this was the electric shovel commonly used for wall decoration in later generations. However, in this era, there was really no such tool. When repairing ships, a large number of workers were hired to shovel barnacles directly with shovels, which was time-consuming and laborious.
These workers in front of him actually thought of modifying power tools, which made Qin Tao very emotional. What is this called? The wisdom of the working people is endless!
"We also purchased a batch of electric grinding wheels specifically for rust removal, which can be done very quickly. Even though the ship is big, we are confident that we can make it look brand new within three months!" Kozlov continued! said.
They had known for a long time that the rust was to be removed, so they specially purchased a large amount of equipment and were just waiting for a big fight. They were looking forward to the scene of the ship being restored to its original appearance under their own hands.
Qin Tao nodded: "Everyone did a great job."
This is the benefit of being a hands-off shopkeeper. You have trained your subordinates. Once a job comes, your subordinates can think of solutions in advance. Of course, this is also because of the institutional problems of Mingzhou Group. State-owned enterprises cannot be so flexible, Kauzlow If they want to purchase various production tools, they have to go through layers of approvals until the top leader signs off. Only in this way can they complete the process, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive.
Mingzhou had not been in such trouble for a few days. Kauzlov told Cong Ju about his idea, and Cong Ju directly wrote a note and asked him to go to the cashier to pay the money.
As for whether the money will be misappropriated, such as being bought by an old man to drink, that is another matter. As long as there is a strict inspection mechanism and a few examples of embezzlement of public funds are dealt with, this can be greatly avoided. Problem.
Everything is ready, just waiting for the east wind!
Three days later.
When night fell, Zhao Ling dragged her tired body back to the guest house. She had long been accustomed to living in the guest house. Although luxury and enjoyment would make people addicted, this house was comfortable to live in, especially with children, so of course it had to be more comfortable. .
The house was empty anyway, so I moved in. As for the apartment in the family courtyard, it had been vacant for a long time.
When she opened the door, she saw a strange figure teasing the child, and she immediately frowned.
Who is it?
At this time, when she heard the door knocking outside, the woman turned around and looked at the door. Their eyes met, and they were all surprised.
“Vina!”
“Zhao!”
Vitalia is actually here! She hugged Zhao Ling enthusiastically, and then said excitedly: "He keeps blowing bubbles, which is really interesting. He doesn't cry or fuss, but he just won't let me hold him. I'm so sad."
“You shouldn’t, Haitao, come and give me a hug. You must be starving, right?”
Zhao Ling said, picked up her son and started feeding her. While feeding her, she continued to ask, "Why are you here free?"
"The ship will come back tomorrow. Of course I have to come here in advance and wait to welcome it." Vitalia said: "This ship is of great significance to you, right?"
They are all back now, so there is no need to worry about so much. Zhao Ling thought for a moment, then smiled: "Actually, I don't know, Brother Tao is doing it. I'm here just to help coordinate the construction of the frigate. of."
"You are so kind. You can do what you do best as a married woman, but I am different." Vitalia said with some emotion.
“In all these years, haven’t you met a man who is really good to you?”
Vitalia shook her head: "There are many men in this world, but there are very few good men. There is only one like Qin in the whole world. If his wife is not you, I must **** him away."
A voice came from outside: "Are you talking about me? I'm really honored."
Qin Tao is back.
Tomorrow, the Oriental Sea City Wall will be back. Qin Tao has a lot of things to arrange. In particular, a group of superior leaders couldn't help but want to come and visit in person. Qin Tao persuaded them to go back. Why are you anxious?
How many pairs of eyes are still staring at you? Although the ship has returned and there will be no other problems, your behavior is not good. The Green Venture Company is still here, so you are not afraid that the Green Venture Company will be implicated?
After some explanations from Qin Tao, the superior leaders finally resisted and did not come to participate in this ceremony. Anyway, there will be many opportunities in the future. If you want to come, you can come and watch at any time in the middle of the night.
"Weina, according to our arrangement, it will be the green startup company's turn to escape." Qin Tao and Vitalia said: "Magang has the advantages of Magang, you can go and block a few times Then he lost all his money, the company went bankrupt, and he had to sell the ship.”
From the beginning to the end, this has been a cover. The purpose of the existence of the Green Venture Company is to buy back the boat. Now that everything is in place, this action can begin.
Vitalia shook her head: "Qin, I'm afraid this is not easy."
“Isn’t it easy? Why?”
"Because I am already a female queen, and I will win every battle." Vitalia said, "We have to find another way."
Have you blocked the king?
Qin Tao was a little surprised. Could it be that Mr. He took care of him on purpose?
This matter is indeed a bit tricky, but it is not urgent yet, so we will discuss it later.
The evening passed like this.
April 3.
This is a day worthy of being recorded in history. On this day, the Varyag of the Ermao Black Sea Shipyard that sailed across the ocean, a legacy of the imperial era, finally entered Mingzhou Port after several months of sea voyage. .
It rains heavily during the Qingming Festival, and the drizzle started falling last night.
At the dock of the shipyard, countless people were crowded.
Qin Tao specially wore a brand new suit and polished his leather shoes. In order to avoid getting stained by the mud, he also put a plastic bag on the outside. When he arrived at the temporary stand set up at the dock, he untied the plastic bag. .
The ceiling above the stands blocked the rain. Everyone was dry and not exposed to the rain. However, within the rain curtain, the line of sight was greatly obstructed. The approaching ship in the distance could not be seen and could only be heard. The sound of the engine.
Next to Qin Tao was Vitalia, who was wearing a long dress. She was specially dressed up to look noble and elegant, with the temperament of a person from the upper class.
“The Shenzhou has dived, and the Dongfang Haicheng is preparing to escape!”
“All the cables have been untied!”
“The Oriental Sea Blockade has floated!”
“Attention, the Shenzhou is starting to break away!”
Detaching was much easier than loading. The combination that had been floating at sea for more than two months finally separated.
“The Nikolay Chikel is in position!”
The tugboat that had been towing all the way changed its position again and came to the rear of the Oriental Sea City Wall and continued to act as a brake. Other small-horsepower tugboats would push the Oriental Sea City Wall into the dock. If there was a problem with the posture, When braking is needed, it is relied upon to provide braking force.
Very slow.
In the drizzle, everyone finally saw the shadow of the huge creature getting closer and closer.
Big, really big!
Although everyone has seen oil tankers of hundreds of thousands of tons, oil tankers are just big bellies and nothing else. The ship in front of you is different. Its body is wider, and the islands on the side are even taller. It looks so spectacular, just like a towering mountain.
Its height is definitely higher than the tallest building nearby: Mingzhou Group Guest House!
From time to time, calls came from the radio, and the tugboats worked together to push the huge body into the dock little by little.
The 400,000-ton shipyard is very wide, giving the tugboats more room to maneuver. The first two ships drove directly into the shipyard, pushed the bow of the ship from both sides, and adjusted its attitude little by little.
Finally, the huge hull entered the dock, and the Nikolai Chikel began to pull in the opposite direction, causing the hull to stop moving.
“Attention, the dock is closed and pumping begins!”
In the drizzle, the big guy in the dock stood tall.
(End of this chapter)