Chapter 553 Server for Aegis Battleship
This is the biggest benefit of being able to produce your own chips: you can bring down the price!
In the past, computers could only produce chassis, monitors, keyboards and mice in China, but other things had to be purchased from outside, especially chips, which cost the most money.
What now?
SMIC can produce various chips, including memory chips and processors. These alone can bring down the price, and let those high-priced foreign products go to hell!
Although the performance may not be high, the performance of this kind of computer is very smooth by stacking processors. Especially the Longyue version of the computer with four processors can run various files very quickly.
General Ni has finished demonstrating everything, and the people below are nodding with satisfaction. These two domestic computers have very good performance and are affordable.
It’s Founder’s turn.
Li You looked a little embarrassed. When he came, he said he was running with him. Of course he was joking. If he could win the bid, it would be great, but now it seems that there is no chance at all.
The two computers they brought, the one priced at more than 10,000 yuan, has similar performance to the one that costs more than 7,000 yuan, and the one priced at 20,000 yuan is not as good as that other computer that costs more than 10,000 yuan.
However, the introduction still needs to be introduced.
Just when Li You started to introduce the characteristics of the computer he brought for bidding, several leaders in the conference room were looking anxiously in the direction of the door.
L think about what's going on in the company? Why haven't you come to bid yet? They originally supported L Want, but even now that Loongson Computer has demonstrated their excellent performance, as long as L Want's computer comes over, they can say some good words, and even if the share is lower, they can get L Want some orders.
But now, L thought didn’t show up at all. What are they doing?
The introduction to Founder Computer has been completed.
"What do you think? In such a serious bidding occasion, they dare to be absent without any reason. It seems that we don't have to wait for them anymore." Leader Li said with some annoyance.
“They must have had an accident.” A subordinate said, “Leader Li, should we wait?”
“Okay, then wait for another ten minutes.” Leader Li said.
The subordinates have already ran out quickly. Where is the person who is thinking about it? Where did it go?
Ten minutes passed in a blink of an eye, and Leader Li finally made a decision: "Okay, since L wants to be absent innocently, then we can announce the results now. As our own computer brand, Loongson Computer has low price and first-class quality. It is our best choice. Our government agencies, education system, etc. will purchase 50,000 units in three batches, including 40,000 Longteng units and 10,000 Longyue units!"
50,000 units, successful bid!
Mr. Ni's face was a little excited: "Dear leaders, thank you for your support. Our Loongson Computer will definitely become more and more powerful and become the biggest force in popularizing computers in our country, allowing our people to enter the information age!"
“You have to work hard. We have to build our own brand. This is also a manifestation of our national self-confidence.” Leader Li said.
The meeting was over, and everyone took the elevator downstairs. When they got to the first floor, they saw that one of the elevators was still being repaired, and they didn't suspect anything.
When the elevator manager saw everyone coming out, he slowly put away the maintenance barrier and restarted the elevator.
“Damn it!” Liu Zhonglie was the first to rush out of the elevator and rushed towards the bidding venue. However, he only saw messy tables and chairs, and everyone had left.
“They went too far, how could they do this!” Yang Qingfeng was also very angry: “We haven’t participated in the bidding yet. They won the bidding in such a despicable way. We don’t admit it and we have to report it to our superiors!”
The angry Liu Zhonglie and Yang Qingfeng were cursing in the most vicious words, seeming to have forgotten that they were the ones who had originally done this trick.
The contract has been signed, and even if they continue to operate it, it doesn't make much sense anymore. What's more, their computer performance and price cannot be compared with Loongson computers.
In order to avoid Intel's defective problems, they decided to use AMD's processors. However, the performance of AMD's processors was not very good.
In the field of manufacturing processors, Intel and AMD are a pair of happy enemies, often falling in love and killing each other. In the past, AMD was producing processors authorized by Intel, but later Intel felt that AMD was too big and might threaten them. It hurt itself, so it stopped licensing. In 1991, AMD launched its own AM386 processor. Its launch marked the beginning of AMD's independent research and development of processors. After that, the K-5 processor was launched, but it was beaten by Intel in terms of performance and other aspects.
In 1996, AMD acquired NexGen Semiconductor Company and successfully launched the AMD-K6 processor that could compete with Pentium II the following year. It was only from this time that AMDyes appeared, and K6 had a good reputation. Its performance, cheap price and wide compatibility captured a large market for a while, and the subsequent K6-2 won the favor of players.
Now, it is absolutely impossible for L to try to use a backward K-5 processor to bid.
Mr. Ni was extremely happy. He looked out the window and looked at the scenery passing by, with a childlike expression on his face: "We won the bid this time, which means that our domestic computers have reached a new level!"
“Yes.” Qin Tao nodded: “In this way, many users will become accustomed to using our computers, and an ecosystem will be established.”
In fact, among the private sector, Loongson Computer has won the favor of users due to its cost-effectiveness. However, after all, the number of private sector companies is still very small. Only by obtaining government orders can Loongson Computer truly become an important domestic computer company.
Furthermore, this can also drive L to a dead end!
"This time L wants to hold back, so he will definitely file a complaint everywhere. However, this matter has nothing to do with us in the first place. Only those who are clean will self-cleanse. Even if they file a lawsuit, it will be meaningless." Qin Tao analyzed what happened next. Situation: "They will slowly decline until they go bankrupt and go out of business."
"That's right, since it's already a competitive relationship, we won't be soft-hearted. That kind of enterprise should have closed down long ago!" Mr. Ni clenched his fists.
“By the way, how is the progress of the servers developed using our Loongson processors?” Qin Tao asked.
“We used 16 Loongson processors to form a server array.” Ni Lao said: “The specific computing speed can reach 100 MIPS, which can fully meet the needs of tracking a thousand targets at the same time.”
This is also the important reason why Qin Tao supported Mr. Ni in developing Godson: it is not only for civilian use, but also for military use! Aegis battleships require powerful target processing capabilities and advanced supercomputers. Although advanced servers can be imported from abroad for civilian use, imported ones are unreliable after all. God knows if the other party has installed a backdoor in them. The equipment of the army must not be pinned on this.
For warships, computers are also very important. Take the Americans for example. The UYK-7/20 used by the original Aegis system has a ship-wide computing speed of only 8 MIPS. It is limited to this computing speed. The first-generation Aegis system Only 128 targets can be tracked. This lasted until the late 1980s, when the new generation of UYK-44/43 military computers was put into use. Finally, the computing power of the entire ship had reached 20 to 30 MIPS, and it could track hundreds of targets. However, the Americans were still unwilling to do so. As a result, they were no longer limited to specialized military computers and directly moved IBM's commercial servers onto the Aegis warships. The computing speed increased several times. Such an Aegis system could finally track thousands of targets at the same time.
Qin Tao nodded: "Have you coordinated with Institute 14?"
Mr. Ni shook his head: "We have been busy with bidding recently, and we haven't coordinated with them yet."
“I just want to go over there and have a look. You guys, bring this 16-processor server and come with me.”
Mr. Ni nodded: "Okay!"
In fact, the phased array radar developed by the 14th Institute has been tested at sea. However, because there was only one phased array radar at that time, the data processing power required was only one-quarter of that of a real Aegis battleship. Moreover, at that time, There is no way to find hundreds of targets to test, just a few targets and see the processor usage.
Now, to install a four-sided phased array radar, advanced data processing capabilities are required. These also require a large number of tests to be made after being installed on the first Aegis battleship.
Of course, the 14th Institute is the main force among them.
Xing Wenge is the deputy chief engineer of this project. When Qin Tao and Mr. Ni arrived at the 14th Institute, he ran over with a smile: "The performance of Loongson computers is really good! We have received various applications from you. Data, currently, we are using your system to do specialized data processing programs. The most critical issue at the moment is the coordination of various processors. We are optimizing the system to avoid one processor working at full power, and the other A scenario where the processor cannot allocate tasks.”
This is the most famous problem where one core is in trouble and other cores are watching. Now it is not multi-core, but there are many processors. If one is working at full power and the other processors are not working hard, then the entire system cannot be used. The computing power of the server.
“Well, the relevant technical staff can help you. Of course we can’t let that happen.” Mr. Ni nodded: “Now, we have brought the server and you can test it.”
“When it is installed on a warship, a large number of tests can be carried out during sea trials. Now formal tests cannot be carried out at all. Mr. Qin, the shell of the 052C has not been welded yet, right?”
Qin Tao nodded, of course. Even if the big guy works hard, there are limitations. It is impossible to build the hull in such a short time.
"However, our 001 aircraft carrier is being outfitted!" Qin Tao said: "You have built a four-sided phased array. Of course, it must be installed on our 001 aircraft carrier first."
“Mr. Qin, when can we install it?”
“At any time.”
Xing Wenge thought for a while and then said: "Then we will report it to our superiors immediately. After the superiors approve it, we will send the built four-sided phased array radar antenna to Mingzhou Group and install it on the aircraft carrier's island. !”
While he was talking, Mr. Ben came over: "Mr. Qin, Mr. Ni, welcome to our 14th office. Sorry, I was at Mr. Wang's place just now, so I didn't come to see you immediately."
“Where is Mr. Wang? How is the early warning aircraft project going?” Qin Tao asked.
Institute 14 is engaged in radar, but it has always been engaged in ground radar. It was only in recent years that it began to enter the field of airborne radar. Even later, the domestic J-10 and J-11 radars were developed by them.
Of course Qin Tao knew that Mr. Wang was working on an early warning aircraft, but he didn't know how it was going.
“We have solved the problem of the radome.” Mr. Ben said: “This is the world’s largest diameter early warning aircraft radome, and we have conquered it. Next, we can ask the Davidians to help install the equipment.”
Qin Tao nodded: "The progress is not slow. When this kind of early warning aircraft is developed, the ship-based early warning aircraft used by the navy should also be available."
"Yes, according to what you said, we have been guarding against the failure of this business. Therefore, we are constantly in contact with the Davidians through various methods and mastering various technologies. Even if something goes wrong in the future, We don’t have to worry.”
Lao Ni was a little confused after hearing this, and was still afraid of problems, so why did he want to cooperate with the Davidians?
Of course, it is to master the development technology of early warning aircraft. After all, early warning aircraft are condescending, overlooking the earth, and are severely affected by clutter. They need a complete set of solutions, and it is 360-degree detection without blind spots, and the airborne radar of fighter jets. There are many differences.
Since there is a master to guide you, it is of course much better than trying to figure it out yourself. Moreover, if the business fails in the future, according to the contract, the other party will have to compensate a large amount of money. Our early warning aircraft is equivalent to using the funds compensated by the Davidians to purchase it. Yes, why not do such a good thing?
“Mr. Qin, your J-31A research and development unit has requested our assistance in developing an active phased array airborne radar. Isn’t this a bit too extravagant?” Mr. Ben looked at Qin Tao.
Everything needs to be high-end. Even an airborne radar requires an active phased array. Do you know how much this costs?
"If it's not extravagant, how can we ask for more money from customers?" Qin Tao said with a smile: "Besides, technology is constantly improving. In the future, we will be able to make active phased array radars at a bargain price, so what are we afraid of? .”
Mr. Qin always talks so interestingly and pays off the price. Mr. Ben found it a bit funny, but he thought of something and continued: "Mr. Qin, currently we only have an air-cooled system. Can this be used for airborne radar? ?”
Active phased array radar also emits a lot of heat. If the heat is not dissipated in time, it will completely crash. The current 346 radar uses an air-cooling method. The outwardly protruding cover on the outside covers the air, allowing the air to flow inside and force cooling.
In addition to air cooling, there is also liquid cooling. A cooling pipe is installed behind each T/R unit to remove heat through liquid flow.
"Of course air cooling is no problem." Qin Tao immediately concluded: "We will use air cooling!"
When later generations of Xiaolong fighters were improved, there was a plan to use active phased array radar, which used air cooling. Moreover, for fighters, air cooling is even simpler. As long as a hole is opened, the outside world will be there. A cold wind of several degrees below zero poured in. This is much more convenient than a warship.
Hearing what Qin Tao said, Mr. Ben nodded: "Okay, since Mr. Qin said there is no problem, then there must be no problem!"
After walking around in the 14th Institute, it was already evening. Qin Tao, Mr. Ni and others stayed in the 14th Institute to eat. While eating, they discussed the future development of electronic technology. Xu Zhengyang answered a phone call in the middle and waited until he put down the phone. At that time, the expression on his face was a little special.
“What happened?” Qin Tao asked.
“Mr. Qin, we have discovered a special ship wandering around the Zhongsha Islands.” Xu Zhengyang said.
Qin Tao reacted immediately: "Have they started taking action?"
"Yes, they have already started to take action, Mr. Qin, the relevant domestic departments are very anxious and hope that we can organize the other party's salvage operation."
Qin Tao nodded: "Of course, we already suffered a loss last time. Of course we can't let them succeed again this time. Our Mingzhou Group also supports it."
“The relevant departments at higher levels hope that our Mingzhou Group can help.”
Help? Qin Tao originally planned to support them spiritually. After all, although Qin Tao was very dissatisfied with those modern pirates, he did not have to do everything by himself and did everything himself.
“The relevant departments at higher levels believe that after you participate in this matter, you will definitely get the best outcome.” Xu Zhengyang said: “If you participate, the Cultural Relics Bureau is willing to order a professional salvage boat.”
Qin Tao shook his head helplessly, he was trying to attract himself with orders!
However, the fact that Qingshui Yamen like the Cultural Relics Bureau was willing to raise funds and order a salvage boat is enough to show their sincerity.
"Okay, let's go take a look." Qin Tao said, "Let's use Shuangsha Island as our base."
Shuangsha Island Fishing Resort has been established and is developing well. When Qin Tao stepped onto Shuangsha Island, he was surprised to see rows of coconut trees that had just been planted.
Village chief Lin Liang said with a smile on his face: "Mr. Qin, welcome to our Shuangsha Island. During this period, we have done a lot of infrastructure construction. The island is becoming more and more lively. There are people on the island almost every day. Hundreds of tourists come!”
Hundreds of tourists?
Qin Tao also became curious: "Are there so many?"
"Of course, Mr. Qin, look at the beach over there. Those sunbathing and diving and swimming underwater are all tourists." Lin Liang pointed casually.
Since Shuangsha Island is an annular reef, after expansion, there will still be a lot of water in the center. It is the safest to swim and dive in it. As long as an anti-shark net is placed at the entrance and exit.
Other islands and reefs do not have this advantage, and the outer circle is the sea. Needless to say, swimming is dangerous, and it is not even possible to make a beach. An artificial beach will be completely washed away by the sea water in a short time.
“Are the freshwater resources on the island enough?” Qin Tao asked.
Speaking of this, Lin Liang was also extremely excited: "Mr. Qin, according to your request, our resort is high-end, and every room is equipped with air conditioners. As more people move in, the condensed water from the air conditioners will increase every day. It’s a lot, and although it can’t be used for drinking, it’s more than enough for watering trees and bathing.”
Qin Tao is also a little surprised. Installing air conditioning actually has such benefits?
Before he could continue to be curious, there was a roar in the distance, and a ground-effect aircraft landed on the sea, glided forward, and almost stopped when it came here. The ground effect aircraft slid slowly for another dozen meters and then docked at the pier.
Several people came out. They didn't look like tourists. They were older and dressed like old academics. Especially the leader, who was wearing thick black-rimmed glasses.
"Professor Yang." Lin Liang greeted him: "You are back. Let me introduce you. The person next to me is Mr. Qin."
Professor Yang? Qin Tao looked at the old scholar: "Are you engaged in archaeology?"
Yang Lin nodded: "That's right, Mr. Qin, ten years ago we went to bid for stolen cultural relics, and I was in charge at that time. Alas, unfortunately we didn't get a single cultural relic. Later, we learned from the experience and established the first domestic The National Underwater Archaeological Institution - the Underwater Archeology Research Laboratory of the Chinese History Museum, has sent some professional archaeologists to Japan, the Netherlands, the United States and other places to further study underwater archaeological knowledge. Our underwater cultural relics must not become other people's wealth. For us archaeological experts, this is simply an insult!”
Yang Lin is very anxious.
"Well, of course not. Since we discovered it, we must not let them succeed." Qin Tao said: "Professor Yang, did you find anything when you went out this time?"
"They only wander around a certain area of the sea. Just now we went to inspect the area under the guise of tourism. The ship is still in the same place. However, after our Y8J attacks at night, we will find that the other party has moved out five More than ten nautical miles." Yang Lin said: "They are very cunning, but we have already targeted them. The most important thing now is when to take action."
Qin Tao nodded: "It seems that they have found the location of the sunken ship and are starting to prepare to salvage it. However, there is no need to worry for the time being. After all, Zhongsha Islands is also our territorial waters. Even if they salvage, the most they can do is put those things in the public park." At sea. So, we..."
Mr. Qin is so powerful. This kind of plan should be the most suitable. After all, we don’t have a professional salvage ship yet. Even if we discover the other side’s conspiracy and drive away the other side, we still can’t let those things on the seabed see the light of day again.
Now, it should be most appropriate to rely on the other party's hand.
"President Qin, if we can salvage the sunken ship from the Song Dynasty, it will be of great use to our research on that era." Yang Lin pushed up his glasses: "On behalf of our entire underwater archeology research laboratory, I would like to thank you. "
(End of this chapter)