usatvline Chapter 323: Relax, cruise ship.
Chapter 323: Relax, cruise ship.
Under the tense and expectant gaze of the crowd, the signals on the radar screen gradually overlapped.
Then, a sky full of stars suddenly appeared on the screen, and a large number of small reflection sources appeared clearly on the screen.
As the radar soldiers operated skillfully and carefully screened and filtered these signals, to everyone's surprise, there was not a single bright spot on the screen!
"Report, our air defense missiles have successfully shot down all target aircraft!" The radar soldier stood up excitedly and shouted loudly.
Instantly, the scene erupted in warm applause and cheers. This is a 100% hit rate!
This means that their missile battleship is capable of confronting an aircraft carrier fleet head-on, and is no less capable than the other.
You know, although the two battleships originally owned by the South China Navy had the advantage of being made of light steel, they could only rely on brute force when facing air threats.
The situation is completely different now. Although there are only twenty-four anti-aircraft missiles, their power cannot be underestimated.
Even if only twenty-four aircraft can be hit in one attack, by modifying the destroyers, a complete battleship formation will be able to build a strict air defense system.
In this way, the combat capability of the South China Navy will be significantly enhanced and it will no longer be afraid of threats from the air.
Moreover, the anti-ship missiles equipped on the battleships are not vegetarian. They may sink the enemy's warships before the aircraft has time to get close.
The test launch of the air defense missile was very successful, and Wang Ze is full of expectations for the subsequent test launch of anti-ship missiles and strategic missiles.
However, both tests cannot be carried out today.
Anti-ship missiles and strategic missiles cannot be prepared as quickly as target aircraft, and the target ships prepared by the military have not even arrived at the designated location.
However, Wang Ze did not return to Xincheng. On the one hand, it was not very convenient. On the other hand, even if he went back, he would need to come again soon, unless he did not intend to watch the test launch in person.
When the final hydrogen bomb test was conducted, Wang Jixin would rush over.
If he was not so busy, he would have participated in the entire sea trial like Wang Ze.
Wang Ze stayed on the ship that night. He was relatively free now, but this warship would not be idle. Even after dark, various tests were still going on.
Wang Ze gathered with scientists such as Frederick to continue to improve his yacht design.
Previously, due to time constraints, Frederick and others had to work overtime to complete the design drawings, but now that they have more time, they began to work together to further optimize the drawings.
Wang Ze also participated in the discussion, constantly put forward his own opinions, and made corresponding modifications based on everyone's suggestions.
The original yacht gradually evolved into a cruise ship, which was so huge that it seemed as if a city had been moved onto the ship.
Wang Ze couldn't help but feel a little absurd and wondered if such a design was too exaggerated.
Because the hull is too large, in order to ensure sufficient defensive capabilities, it can only be built using light steel.
If special steel is used, even if the same effect can be achieved, the hull will become extremely large and will not even be able to accommodate the New Town Canal.
Therefore, this cruise ship is undoubtedly unique, and it is almost impossible for other shipyards to replicate a second one even with complete drawings.
"Frederick, how many crew members does such a large cruise ship need?" Wang Ze no longer mentioned the term yacht. After all, such a huge ship has nothing to do with a boat.
He began to worry about the manpower required for such a large cruise ship and its numerous entertainment facilities.
If it is only for his personal use, it would be a waste of resources!
Because it's already good enough if he can use it a few times a year, but with so many service staff, does he have to keep them around for the rest of the time?
Wang Ze didn't feel bad about the money, but he thought it was a waste of manpower to feed these people for nothing.
Frederick and others looked at each other, then stared at the design drawing and began to calculate carefully.
Ten minutes later, they said, "Chief, we will need about 3,000 people, 200 of whom will be responsible for the operation of the ship, and the rest will be various service personnel."
Wang Ze was speechless when he heard the number, but he couldn't let go of the design drawing in front of him that they had discussed for several days, and he was reluctant to give it up.
So, he gritted his teeth and said, "That's it, make it according to this drawing."
However, he also stated that the cruise ship would no longer be his personal property, but would belong to Nanhua and would be used as a benefit for various departments in the future.
For example, representatives from research institutes or major factories have the opportunity to travel together and enjoy a wonderful vacation.
This kind of treatment may be able to attract more talents.
Although Nanhua has been established, due to its relatively short development time, its appeal to high-end talents is still weak.
Although Nanhua has certain restrictions on naturalization, there are no restrictions on high-end scientists.
However, despite this regulation, no one comes to become a citizen.
The preferred destinations for high-end talents are still the United States, the Soviet Union or Europe, while South China in Southeast Asia is not included in their consideration.
Frederick and others were also very excited when they heard Wang Ze's idea.
Although they were given a bonus yacht, it was nothing compared to such a huge cruise ship.
There is even a large-scale amusement park on this cruise ship. Just imagine experiencing the thrill of a roller coaster on the ship. It is really exciting.
The sea trial continued, and even welcomed naval personnel sent by the mainland, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of this missile battleship.
After all, eventually the ship will be delivered to the mainland for use.
The naval personnel of Nanhua did not have too many doubts about this, because they firmly believed that since Nanhua was able to build such ships, it would naturally not be lacking for its own people.
But they would never have thought that this ship could not be completed by the shipyard at all. At least in the next few years, they would have no chance to get this missile battleship.
The few people who knew the situation looked at these diligently studying South China Navy soldiers with sympathy.
Wu Wu even came to find Wang Ze and tactfully expressed that they also wanted a ship like this.
Seeing no response, Wu Wu immediately wanted Wang Ze to help convert Nanhua's two existing battleships into such missile battleships.
Wang Ze rejected this request without hesitation. For him, it would be easier to rebuild it than to upgrade it into a missile battleship.
"Okay, you have the drawings and everything. If you want them, just urge Zhou Jiahui. Don't stare at me." Wang Ze said unhappily.
After saying this, Wang Ze ignored Wu Wu and turned to leave the room and walked straight to the deck.
When he stepped onto the deck, his eyes were immediately drawn to the landing ship not far away.
On the landing ship, Wang Jixin and other South China officials were standing on the spacious deck waiting. The purpose of their trip was to watch the test launch of anti-ship missiles and hydrogen bombs.