Chapter 529 The whole responsibility lies with Asan
Seeing that Dongfang had taken the Varyag out to show off, Asan couldn't sit still.
For Asan, this is a huge blow. Originally, they were confident that they were stronger than Dongfang in terms of naval power. At their peak, they even had a powerful formation of three aircraft carriers at the same time. However, now they aircraft carriers are being decommissioned one by one, but what about the East? Dongfang actually has a brand new aircraft carrier, and the displacement of this one is equivalent to all they have.
Ah San was very anxious and nervous, so Lao Maozi's price increase was approved again. The price is expensive, as long as you can get this aircraft carrier started quickly.
So, after another round of hard work, Lao Maozi finally completed the peripheral modification work of the Super Sun King aircraft carrier.
Although there are still a large number of internal equipment that have not been installed, they can be installed during the outfitting. There is no need to stay on the beach for modification. Therefore, Ah San can’t wait to request that the Super Sun King be launched into the water immediately. !
Since the water has been launched, of course we have to light the boiler and start it for a lap! Only by driving out like this can we show the power of Asan. On the Super Sun King, there are not only Asan's leader Kidambi and the people he brought, but also Kvyat, the director of the Red Star Shipyard. He was led by technicians from the shipyard and more than a dozen reporters.
As long as this aircraft carrier can take a stroll on the sea, they can make a big show of it. Their Super Sun King is the real maritime overlord!
“Light the fire!” Kvyat ordered.
Kvyat is also very happy. After all, although the Red Star Shipyard is very prosperous, it relies on the business of dismantling nuclear submarines. They have not built any ships yet. Now, after the modification of the Super Sun King, it can It shows the power of their Red Star Shipyard.
In the future, they will be able to receive more orders. Even if there are no domestic orders for aircraft carriers, internationally, for example, if Asan still wants an aircraft carrier, they will definitely consider their Red Star Shipyard.
“Today, the launch of the Super Sun King fully demonstrates the power of our Red Star Shipyard!” Kvyat said to the people around him.
After hearing this, Kidambi had the same pride on his face, but he had mixed feelings in his heart. Huh, you are talking nicely. You have asked for billions from us! Your shameless operation is really off-putting.
But, only this time!
When we can build our own aircraft carriers in China, we will no longer rely on you!
"Yes, this is a super aircraft carrier." Kidambi said: "Its combat effectiveness is much greater than that 001 aircraft carrier!"
Since the ship was originally built on the beach, the following launching ceremony was very special: dig around the beach, pile up a fence, remove the fence behind it that is connected to the seawater, and pour in the seawater. Then some tugs were used to drag the aircraft carrier down.
There is probably no other way to launch a boat like this in the world.
I guess Ah San also felt that this way of launching was disgraceful, so they had no intention of holding a launching ceremony, and no one took pictures. They didn't start celebrating until the aircraft carrier entered the water.
In the boiler room at the back, people were also busy. Eight brand-new boilers were ignited one after another, and then began to slowly increase the pressure.
“The boiler is running great!”
“The steam generator is ready!”
Reports came in one after another.
“Start the turbine!” Kvyat shouted excitedly.
The steam generator starts to work, and high-temperature and high-pressure steam is generated from there, and then flows along the pipe and enters the turbine, and the propeller also rotates.
After several years of beach repairs, this huge warship is finally moving again! Its huge body also seemed to be trembling with excitement. As the propeller rotated, the warship's speed also began to increase.
Soon, it reached a cruising speed of more than ten knots.
“Okay, our sea trial has been successful, and now we have to return to the outfitting dock.” Kvyat said.
“No, no, we still need to sail at full speed, and then do a full rudder operation, our helicopter is ready!” Kidambi shouted.
At this time, a rented helicopter appeared above the aircraft carrier. The photographer held the lens of the big gun barrel and pressed the shutter frequently.
For an empty-shell aircraft carrier, the most beautiful action is to perform full rudder operation at full speed. The deck will tilt at a large angle and a beautiful water splash will be drawn on the sea. This is the most spectacular.
At this time, from the sky, the aircraft carrier that has been converted into a beveled deck and a jump deck is already very spectacular, but Kidambi is not satisfied yet.
Kvyat frowned: "Are you sure?"
“That’s right, we’re sure!”
So, Kvyat could only give the order: "Sail at full speed!"
In the boiler room at the back, after receiving the order, the engineer continued to increase the intensity of the fire. The fire inside became more and more intense. High-pressure steam in the boiler was rapidly generated and then rushed toward the turbine.
The speed of the aircraft carrier is increasing, sixteen knots, eighteen knots, twenty knots!
The Chaori King riding the wind and waves is so spectacular and so unrestrained.
Boom!
Suddenly, a huge explosion occurred from behind, spreading along the steel hull throughout the warship. Everyone on the island suddenly turned pale.
what happened?
“Hey, what’s going on?” Kvyat was also anxious.
“Engine room, engine room, please report the situation.” Kidambi was also anxious and shouted loudly with a microphone.
However, no reply came.
“Send someone to the engine room immediately!” Kvyat shouted.
At this moment, several loud noises were heard one after another.
Boom, boom, boom!
The sound of explosions came one after another, and for a moment, it felt like the end of the world was coming!
White mist leaked from the rear and wrapped around the rear of the aircraft carrier. It looked so weird, and the speed of the aircraft carrier also began to drop suddenly.
Kvyat’s face turned pale. He had already guessed something.
This kind of sound, this kind of movement, nothing else, it must be that the boiler has exploded!
When the rescuers opened the door of the engine room, they were shocked by the sight in front of them. High-temperature and high-pressure steam filled the inside of the engine room, just like a big steamer. Poor Asanlun inside the engine room The soldiers have been steamed alive by the steam, and there is even a smell of meat in the air!
They did not dare to go in, and their rescue was meaningless. They needed to wait for the steam inside to dissipate before they could lift the people inside.
However, this is also a kind of extravagant hope. The people inside are already ripe and will rot when touched.
After the Super Sun King was launched, serious problems occurred during the first sea trial. Seven of the eight boilers exploded! The last remaining one was also due to a problem with the boiler itself and could not output the rated power. Otherwise, they would all explode.
When word spread, the world was shocked.
Countless newspapers made lengthy reports on this matter, and the main argument was one: Da Mao no longer has the ability to build large warships. After the collapse of the Red Empire, Da Mao's manufacturing strength was declining rapidly, and Da Mao's construction quality was very poor. It’s unbelievable!
If you continue to trust Da Mao and build warships from Da Mao, you will definitely suffer!
Chaoriwanghao is one example!
The performance of the boiler that has been repaired by Da Mao simply cannot meet the original standards! Moreover, the technology during the Red Empire period was not very good. Looking at several Kiev-class aircraft carriers, almost all of them had the experience of boiler explosion, which shows that this was originally a shortcoming of Da Mao.
In St. Petersburg, everyone who was holding a banquet also received the news. However, when they heard the news, instead of worrying about Da Mao's decline, they were complacent!
The reason is also very simple.
Why can Red Star Shipyard receive such a large order? What capabilities does Red Star Shipyard have? We in St. Petersburg are the most professional organization!
The ship capsized at the Red Star Shipyard, it deserves it! Ah San shouldn't have trusted them in the first place!
"The Novorossiysk was originally in poor condition. This time the boiler exploded and the warship was seriously damaged. Ah San should abandon that warship and choose our Gorshkov to refit it!" People present Discussion soon began.
“Yes, our northern shipyard is the most suitable to undertake the modification task!”
“We can’t be like the Red Star Shipyard, asking for additional expenses again and again. We only need two billion at most, and we can’t be too greedy.”
Looking at everyone's high spirits, Qin Tao also found it a little funny. Are they still waiting for business to come to them? This is purely wishful thinking. How could Ah San continue to believe in Da Mao after suffering such a big loss?
The Gorshkov can just continue to soak in the sea. No one will come to buy it. This huge mistake will only make Ah San determined to build it himself. However, Da Mao can still get it. As for the less benefits, Asan has nothing. The steel used to build the aircraft carrier has to be purchased from Damao. However, the money is definitely not as much as that of being a general contractor.
"Mr. Qin, our Neva Design Bureau will definitely attend your defense exhibition." Sokolov quickly responded. Their design bureau wants to design a beautiful aircraft carrier that will amaze the entire audience. Then you can get Asan's approval.
“Then on behalf of the organizer of the defense exhibition, I would like to extend my welcome.” Qin Tao shook hands with the other party.
It was already late at night after the dinner, and Qin Tao returned satisfied.
“Zhengyang, what do you want to say?” Qin Tao looked at his follower with a smile.
“Next, they should investigate the truth of the accident. Will they find us?” Xu Zhengyang was a little worried.
These boilers will explode. The essential problem is the batch of refractory bricks provided by Mr. Qin. The refractory bricks for civilian boilers simply cannot withstand the test of warship boilers. The refractory bricks used as insulation materials cannot restrain the heat inside. Of course there will be big problems.
Mr. Qin was too ruthless. He destroyed Asan's aircraft carrier with one move. However, this would also bring a lot of negative effects. Was Mr. Qin's reputation destroyed because of this?
What if Lao Maozi comes to ask for help?
"What does this have to do with us?" Qin Tao said: "The 001 we repaired sailed smoothly on the sea. It flew to 30 knots many times and launched carrier-based aircraft. The same boiler can push a 60,000 to 70,000-ton aircraft carrier. No problem, they have a problem driving the 40,000-ton Super Sun King. How can they blame us? It must be their own problem."
There is no harm if there is no comparison. If there is a problem with Mingzhou Group, Qin Tao can come up with No. 001. The quality of our Mingzhou Group is absolutely top-notch, no problem!
“But, three boilers were ordered from us!” Xu Zhengyang was still worried.
"So what? The same boiler, the same operation, ours is fine and running well, but theirs exploded, then it must be their improper operation." Qin Tao said: "If only three of our boilers explode, then it is ours Seven of their boilers exploded, three of them were refurbished by themselves, and one was original. What does this have to do with us? Maybe the boiler they refurbished exploded, and then our boiler was Harmful, yes, that’s it!”
Hearing Xu Zhengyang's feelings of chills.
At this time, Qin Tao said to himself: "Besides, we didn't sign the contract at the beginning, so this debt can't be settled on our heads."
Xu Zhengyang was finally speechless. Mr. Qin had already figured out all of this!
The next day, Qin Tao was still asleep when he was awakened by a knock on the door outside. When Xu Zhengyang opened the door, he saw an old acquaintance outside.
“Zaitsev? Why are you here?”
"Qin, Nicholas sent me here. Something happened in the Far East. I want you to go over and help deal with it." Zaitsev was very anxious.
"Really? Just wait a moment, I'll pack my things and then I'll go to the Far East with you." Qin Tao said simply.
Xu Zhengyang on the side was a little worried and winked at Qin Tao. Qin Tao also pretended not to notice.
While Zaitsev was waiting outside and Xu Zhengyang was packing Qin Tao's luggage, he couldn't help but said: "Mr. Qin, the risks of this trip are a bit high!"
Friends are meant to be betrayed. When Qin Tao goes to the Far East, will Nikolai and Kvyat push him out as a shield so that Qin Tao can bear Asan's anger?
Now Qin Tao has something important to do. He is actively lobbying various design bureaus and factories to participate in the Eastern Defense Exhibition. Next, it is time to go to Ermao and several other countries. Therefore, Qin Tao has Plenty of reasons not to go to the Far East.
Xu Zhengyang had no way to make a decision for Qin Tao, so he could only complain a few times.
After hearing what Xu Zhengyang said, Qin Tao smiled: "If I don't go, then the relationship with Nikolai will be completely broken in the future. We still need Nikolai as a friend. If I go, it will be a timely help. Besides, Now, I am the boss of Mingzhou Group and have a very high status in the East, what do they dare to do to me?"
Qin Tao's analysis was correct, and Xu Zhengyang could only nod in agreement.
Zaitsev came on a navy plane. After Qin Tao packed his luggage, he followed Zaitsev directly onto the plane and flew directly to the Far East.
When we arrived, it was already evening in the Far East, and the sunset illuminated the ancient city, covering it with a layer of red. At the fleet base, when Nicholas saw Qin Tao for the first time, he hurriedly rushed towards him.
Xu Zhengyang subconsciously wanted to block Qin Tao, but Qin Tao had already opened his arms and gave Nicholas a hug.
“Nicholas, my friend, we meet again!”
“Yes, Qin, only you can help us deal with this kind of crisis.” Nicholas said anxiously.
Xu Zhengyang felt relieved when his tone was sincere and not reproachful.
Nicola did not doubt Qin Tao. After all, the two have been old friends for many years.
At this time, looking at Nikolai's anxious expression, Qin Tao patted him on the shoulder again: "Nikolai, don't be anxious, speak slowly, I don't know the specific story of the matter, Kvyat Are you here? Can you ask him to introduce me to you?"
"Let Zaitsev speak. He was also present at the time. Kvyat was in a meeting and had no time to come over." Nikolai said.
Qin Tao nodded: "Okay."
After listening to the story very carefully, especially the scene of the boiler explosion, Qin Tao also had a look of surprise on his face: "How could it be so tragic? Fortunately, no one from our shipyard was lost, it was all Asan's people who were operating it. Then, the investigation report on this accident can draw conclusions.”
in conclusion?
Nicholas opened his eyes wide. Can Qin Tao draw a conclusion before he went to watch it at the scene?
"This is obviously an accident caused by improper operation." Qin Tao said: "During the sea trial stage, any equipment should be completed by people from the shipyard and the customer. However, when the accident occurred, Our people are not on site, so of course all responsibilities must be borne by the customer!”
This really can't be blamed on Ah San. Of course there were old men in the engine room originally, but when the accident happened, orders had been given to return, so the few old men inside left the engine room. He ran to the cabin where he lived to get some wine!
This is also a blessing among misfortunes. The people in the shipyard did nothing, and the only ones who died were poor Asan.
They not only died, they also had to take the blame.
Nicholas' eyes lit up: "Yes, they should be responsible!"
Sure enough, Mr. Qin is really awesome. He solved a big problem for them just after he came here.
"Ah San made many mistakes. For example, there was no senior officer present at such a grand launching ceremony. Moreover, the wine bottle was not thrown before launching. This fully shows that they did not pay attention to this warship. During the trial, It was also a dereliction of duty! In our words, it was the Sea Dragon King who was angry."
Mr. Qin's ability to talk nonsense in a serious manner was so admirable that Xu Zhengyang couldn't help laughing.
At this time, Ah San was absolutely full of grievances and had nowhere to express them!
"Fortunately, everyone inside was occupied by Asan at that time. Moreover, our sea trial was originally over, but Asan had an unexpected problem and had to require full speed and full rudder operation." Nicholas was also very happy at this time: "This has nothing to do with us. No matter what the relationship is, Ah San will have to spend another sum of money to repair this warship!"
"Even if Ah San wasn't inside at that time, it has nothing to do with us." Qin Tao said: "For this kind of thing, other people must be jealous of us and continue to sabotage us. Only when our warship is useless can they sell Gorsh Kov, but if this reason is revealed, it will discredit Da Mao, so let’s forget it.”
This is even more insidious!
If you don’t put the blame on Ah San, then you have to put it on the Northern Fleet. Anyway, this kind of thing has happened before.
After the accident, Nikolai immediately sent someone to ask Qin Tao. Now, after Qin Tao arrived, he indeed provided them with a perfect plan to dump the blame. Nikolai was very satisfied.
"Qin, your method is really good." Nikolai said: "Now, we can finally sit back and relax. Zaitsev, immediately notify the Red Star Shipyard of the conclusion of the accident investigation."
Zaitsev ran out.
"Qin, you have been so busy in recent years. We haven't seen each other for a long time." Nicholas said.
With the burden in his heart having been put down, Nikolai and Qin Tao can continue to have daily routines.
“Yes, we have been very busy in recent years, but I will never forget my old friend.” Qin Tao said: “Nicola, it’s getting dark today, let’s go to the bar for a drink? "
Nicola nodded.
Zvezda Shipyard.
"Seven of the eight boilers exploded, and the remaining one cannot be used. This is entirely due to your construction quality. We demand that the boiler be replaced for free immediately!" Chhetri, who rushed from Asan's home country. , got off the plane and went directly to the Red Star Shipyard, and upon arrival he made his request.
It is possible to replace the boiler, but it is not free. Red Star Shipyard does not produce boilers, so purchasing them will cost money!
At this time, Kvyat's face was also gloomy and terrifying, and he was thinking about something in his mind, when he saw Zaitsev walking in with a document in his hand.
Kvyat took it over and looked at the writing on it, feeling overjoyed.
“Mr. Chhetri, you are here at the right time. Our accident investigation report has been released.”
Out?
Chhetri was surprised for a while: "So fast? What caused the accident? Where did your boiler fail?"
"The accident investigation proved that there was no problem with our boiler and it was entirely caused by the wrong operation of the people present at the time. The person responsible for the accident was Batra who was in charge in the engine room at the time. He issued the wrong order, which ultimately led to Boiler explosion."
What?
Chhetri stood up angrily: "The boiler explosion is obviously a quality problem, how can it become a man-made problem?"
"Mr. Chhetri, please don't get excited. We have a detailed investigation report here." Kvyat felt happy in his heart.
After Zaitsev arrived, he heard that Kvyat was still in a meeting, so he first found other technical staff and made this investigation report, and then brought it in. This report was reasonable and well-founded. , fully demonstrates the horror of man-made accidents.
"No, no, **** it, we will never believe this report!" After a few glances, Chhetri shouted loudly.
"You are too excited now. Please calm down. After you calm down, we will discuss the cost of modification. This is a big project." Kvyat stood up and left, leaving a confused look on his face. Asans.
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(End of this chapter)