bookbashuk Chapter 315 Exporting carbon fiber shocked the world
Chapter 315 Exporting carbon fiber shocked the world
Li Yang led the carbon fiber research team and, after going through untold hardships, finally developed domestically produced high-performance carbon fiber.
As soon as the news came out, it immediately caused an uproar in the industry.
When the experts from the Ministry of Aviation heard about this, they were all shocked.
They simply couldn't believe their ears: Yan Country, a country that had always lagged behind in the field of materials, had actually developed such a cutting-edge material as carbon fiber? How was this possible?!
But when they saw with their own eyes the bundles of shiny black carbon fiber that Li Yang held out, all their doubts disappeared.
The light, delicate, shiny black fiber exudes a breath of advanced technology, which amazed everyone present.
"I can't believe it. This is the legendary carbon fiber? It's so amazing!"
"Yes, this is the darling of the aerospace industry! I didn't expect that we have this ability!"
The experts spoke one after another, and everyone's face was filled with shock and excitement.
They gathered around Li Yang, looking closely at the black fibers, wishing they could grab them and study them thoroughly.
Seeing everyone's interest, Li Yang said with a smile: "Since you are all here, let me take you to visit our carbon fiber production workshop."
"Okay, okay, take us to have a look!" The experts were all excited and couldn't wait to follow Li Yang's footsteps.
As you enter the production workshop, a wave of hot air hits you in the face.
I saw the huge carbonization furnace spewing flames, and the carbon fiber raw fibers under high temperature were slowly passing through, undergoing the baptism of one process after another.
"Is this the carbonization process? The temperature is so high!"
"That's right, the temperature here is over a thousand degrees! Without special materials, it won't be able to withstand it!"
The experts were so fascinated by the performance that their eyes were almost glued to the stove.
When we walked to the wire drawing machine, we were amazed. We saw a large mass of black fibers gushing out from the tiny holes at a rapid speed, just like a silkworm spinning silk. It was extremely spectacular!
"It's incredible! I didn't expect Yan Country to be able to make the carbon fiber industry so professional!"
"Isn't it? Look at this neatly organized production line, it's definitely on par with the big foreign factories!"
There were exclamations of praise from everyone, and Li Yang couldn't help but feel complacent.
"This is the result of everyone's concerted efforts. With the strong support of the country and the earnest expectations of the people across the country, there is no reason for us not to try our best!"
Li Yang's words were powerful and everyone present was deeply inspired.
After visiting the workshop, the experts felt like they had opened the door to a new world and they all couldn't wait to learn more.
"Engineer Li, I would like to ask, what is the level of strength and modulus of our carbon fiber?"
"Yes, compared with similar products from abroad, what are our advantages?"
Everyone asked questions at once, and their eyes were shining with a thirst for knowledge.
In the face of everyone's enthusiasm, Li Yang did not hesitate to share his opinions. He smiled and answered each question one by one, and talked endlessly about the unique process of domestic carbon fiber:
"The T800 grade carbon fiber we currently produce has a tensile strength of up to 7GPa and an elastic modulus of up to 300GPa. All performance indicators have reached the international advanced level."
"More importantly, we have our own patented technologies in raw silk preparation and surface modification, which are lower in cost and more cost-effective. We are fully capable of competing with foreign products!"
After listening to Li Yang's explanation, everyone present was in awe.
"It's amazing! Domestic carbon fiber is so advanced!"
"Engineer Li is too modest. It is absolutely amazing that he can achieve such a breakthrough in such a short time!"
As the compliments poured in, Li Yang couldn't help but blush.
At this moment, Minister Zhao of the Ministry of Aviation, who had been thinking about something, spoke.
"Xiao Li, your carbon fiber is a boon to our aerospace industry! In my opinion, we need to quickly arrange production and apply it to airplanes and rockets as soon as possible!"
These words expressed the thoughts of everyone present.
"That's right! With our own carbon fiber, the wings and fuselage of the aircraft can be reduced in weight, and the flight performance will be greatly improved!"
"If the rocket shell and fuel tank are replaced with carbon fiber, wouldn't the carrying capacity be greatly improved?"
Thinking of this, all the experts were excited and couldn't wait to use carbon fiber in their equipment.
Minister Zhao couldn't hold back and made the decision:
"It's settled! From today on, our aviation department's carbon fiber quota must be the largest! The military factory must also be contacted immediately to put carbon fiber to practical use as soon as possible!"
After this statement was made, the experts became even more excited.
"Minister Zhao is wise! Our aircraft design institute is applying for 100 tons!"
"The Rocket Research Institute cannot fall behind and must strive for 200 tons!"
Everyone was scrambling to buy out Li Yang's carbon fiber stock.
Looking at the experts working enthusiastically, Li Yang couldn't help but smile.
"Comrades, I understand your enthusiasm, but domestic carbon fiber is still a new thing after all, and we have to take it step by step."
He looked around and said earnestly:
"Let's put it this way. The first batch of carbon fiber will be distributed according to the needs of each unit. But the quantity can only meet the most urgent needs first. After all, production capacity is limited, and everyone must practice economy."
Minister Zhao couldn't help but ponder when he heard this.
"Xiao Li is right. We should not rush into new things. So, the Aircraft Design Institute will have 50 tons, the Rocket Research Institute will have 80 tons, and other units will have to make arrangements as appropriate. We must use them where they are needed most!"
This proposal cooled the experts' enthusiasm a little.
Although the quantity is not much, they also know that it is not easy for domestic carbon fiber to reach its current level.
Even a little bit of it would be a great encouragement.
Amidst applause, the carbon fiber distribution plan was finalized.
All departments of the military industry are full of confidence and vow to use this new material to bring about earth-shaking revolutionary changes.
After seeing off the experts, only Li Yang and two old leaders, Liu Ziliang and General Lin, were left in his office.
"Xiao Li, I didn't expect that your carbon fiber can be so beautiful!" Liu Ziliang smiled from ear to ear, "Those people in the aviation department are so excited, I wonder what they will come up with when they go back."
"Of course, carbon fiber is a revolutionary new material. If it is used in airplanes and rockets, the performance improvement will be significant."
General Lin also nodded repeatedly and praised Li Yang highly.
"I just don't know if our current production capacity is enough? We only have a few hundred tons to distribute, but everyone is fighting over it like they're fighting for meat."
General Lin's words made Li Yang ponder.
"Yes, it's not enough to rely on military industry alone. Carbon fiber has been manufactured, but the cost is not low, one ton costs hundreds of thousands. At this price, ordinary industry really can't afford it."
Liu Ziliang also looked worried.
"Xiao Li, what should we do now? If the production volume cannot be increased and the cost cannot be reduced, this carbon fiber is really a 'precious' thing."
Li Yang frowned and fell into deep thought. Suddenly, he had an idea.
"Why don't we export carbon fiber?"
"exit?!"
Liu Ziliang and General Lin were both shocked.
"Xiao Li, are you kidding? Carbon fiber is a cutting-edge material, how can you just sell it?"
"That's right. If other countries learn from this, wouldn't it be a problem for us?"
Faced with the questions from the two elders, Li Yang remained calm.
"Leader, think about it. Our carbon fiber is the most high-end of the high-end. In terms of strength and modulus, which aspect is not better than foreign ones? Not to mention the price. Others sell it for hundreds of dollars per kilogram, and ours is only half of that. It's a good thing to take it out!"
Liu Ziliang and General Lin looked at each other, seemingly persuaded.
Li Yang pursues the victory:
"Besides, it's not for nothing. With foreign exchange, we can also develop new technologies and improve our research and development capabilities. Think about it, if carbon fiber is upgraded, won't we be more confident?"
After hearing this, Liu Ziliang and General Lin suddenly understood.
"That makes sense! Sell it, buy it back, and invest it in research and development. It's a virtuous cycle!"
"Xiao Li, your idea is great. You got to the point right away."
The two leaders looked at each other and understood each other tacitly.
"Then let's do this. We will formulate a plan for exporting carbon fiber as soon as possible. We will strive to lower the price to the lowest and occupy the international market!"
"No problem! I will arrange it right away and mobilize all forces to make Yanguo carbon fiber a world-class brand!"
Li Yang is full of fighting spirit and confidence in the future.
Within a few days, the news that Yan Country's carbon fiber would be exported was like a blockbuster bomb, exploding all over the world.
"What? Yan Country wants to export carbon fiber? The Yan Country that can't even make aluminum alloys properly?"
"You must be kidding. Carbon fiber is a cutting-edge material that only we and our foot basin can make. Where did Yan Nation get this ability?"
The manager of a large composite material company in the United States almost spit out his coffee.
"Fengzi, are you sure? A backward country like Yan Country is still far from carbon fiber!"
The president of a carbon company in Jiaoben also laughed.
However, when they actually got the carbon fiber samples exported by Yan Country, their faces became increasingly ugly.
"This... this feeling, this strength, can't it be real?"
The manager of the beautiful country stammered.
"Damn it, this is better than our T700! How did these damn Yan country guys do it?"
President Jiaoben was even more furious.
The news spread quickly, and in a blink of an eye, the whole world knew that Yan Country had made carbon fiber. For a time, rumors spread everywhere and people were talking about it.
"I heard that the carbon fiber has a strength of 7GPa and an elastic modulus of 300GPa, which is incredible!"
"Oh my god, Yan Country is going to dominate the composite materials field!"
"But their prices are too tempting. I heard they are half the price of our best carbon fiber. How can we compete with them?"
Carbon fiber companies around the world were getting restless. They were shocked and angry when they heard about the carbon fiber from Yan Country. They simply couldn't believe it.
"This is impossible! Yan Country's industrial base is so weak, how could it possibly surpass us in carbon fiber?"
"They must have secretly stolen our technology, otherwise how could they have achieved a breakthrough in such a short time?"
Faced with these doubts and smears, Li Yang just smiled faintly.
"Stealing technology? They can't steal it even if they want to!
Our carbon fiber, from raw yarn to process, from equipment to formula, is all independently developed. Which one is not a unique skill?
What's more, we are not afraid of competition at all because of our price advantage. The more panic they have and the more they scold us, the more it means we are doing the right thing!"
As soon as these words came out, Liu Ziliang and General Lin also smiled. Yes, with unique technology and the ambition to succeed, who else can Yan country fear in this "carbon fiber revolution"?
Soon, batches of domestically produced carbon fiber were successfully exported overseas. The shocking performance indicators and the jaw-droppingly low prices all refreshed people's cognition.