Chapter 313 "Lucky General" Su Weihua
Although the 544 missile is old, the guidance system it uses still sounds quite advanced decades later - mid-course inertial navigation plus terminal active radar guidance.

Due to the existence of active radar guidance in the terminal stage, the requirements for mid-course inertial navigation are not as high as those for ballistic missiles.

The chief architect was very perceptive and sensed that he wanted to say more than just this: "It seems that you have other ideas?"

Qi Gong smiled a little embarrassedly: "What I was thinking is, since the range has been improved, should I also improve the guidance aspect?"

The chief engineer was very interested in Qi Gong's initiative: "Hmm? Tell me what you think."

Qi Gong frowned and said, "I haven't thought about it yet, but there is a technical means in front of me."

In fact, it is not his fault that he couldn't think of it for a while, mainly because the performance of the original 544 missile was already good enough at that time.

Putting aside the fact that the Pharaohs in the Middle East used it to set the first record, when playing against the Russians, they also achieved a hit rate of 13 out of 12 shots, which shows the excellence of its guidance system.

So Qi Gong couldn't think of the direction to change it at the moment, but he thought of some technical means to use to change it.

The chief designer was a little unprepared for his behavior of pouring vinegar on the dumplings before wrapping them: "Ah? What's your trick?"

Qi Gong said, "Didn't the committee just release the latest scientific and technological information? I think there's something in it that's quite suitable for me. It's the second-generation single-board transistor computer DJS-60D!"

When he said this, everyone reacted.

It has strong computing power and is very small in size. It is basically made up of transistors, and various reinforcements are relatively easy. It is really suitable for use in missiles. Don’t worry about what it can be used for, but being able to calculate is better than not being able to calculate.

In fact, it is a false proposition to say that vacuum tubes can be used in nuclear wars. Although transistors are not as good as vacuum tubes in this regard, it is much easier to make various reinforcements for transistors than for vacuum tubes. After all, they are small in size and fully solid-state, which also includes radiation protection.

"Oh, yes, this thing seems interesting."

"We have done simulations of DJS-59 flight control and guidance before, and the results were really good."

"DJS-59 is so expensive, who would be willing to put it on a missile? It would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in a single deal."

“Maybe the DJS-60D isn’t that expensive?”

"What are you thinking? The more advanced it is, the more expensive it is! Look at everything that isn't like this."

The chief designer did not take everyone's comments too seriously. The equipment was developed to be used. If it was suitable, there was nothing wrong with using it. The missiles themselves were not cheap, so it was a one-time deal.

He was worried about another problem: "We still have to be cautious about this. The performance of 544 itself is good enough. If we improve it for the sake of improvement, it is not necessary, unless it can greatly improve its function or performance in a certain aspect. Otherwise, if we are not careful, it may bring harm."

Function and performance are different. Function refers to "what can be done" and performance refers to "how well it can be done".

Due to the existence of active radar terminal guidance, the computing power requirements of anti-ship missiles are different from those of ballistic missiles.

Qi Gong nodded: "I know, but I also know that having computing power on board is of great significance to the field of control and electronics. Many things that we didn't dare to think about or install before now have hope, but I still need to think about what they are. And even if it's not on board, a computer of this specification is very useful for fire control and command."

An anti-ship missile is not just a missile, it also includes a complete set of systems including search, command, guidance, fire control, etc. on the ship or on the shore.

The chief designer also felt that what he said made sense. The stronger the missile's onboard computing power, the more things the missile itself could do. Moreover, if this thing was placed in the fire control command, it would be very suitable. Therefore, he did not object: "Well, you can think about it carefully. Do you want us to apply for a DJS-60D to study it?"

Engineer Qi shook his head. "I don't think I can get the application. The science and technology bulletin says that the current production is still very low. We need to apply to a multi-department joint review team, and we may not get it."

At this time, Su Weihua, who had been silent all this time, raised his little hand.

The chief engineer saw it and smiled, "Xiao Su, do you have any suggestions? Speak up."

When we hold such discussions, the atmosphere is relatively relaxed, especially when it comes to technical topics.

As the saying goes, "Technology is a big stage, come if there is work."

Su Weihua cleared his throat and said, "Boss, President Qi, I have a suggestion. Should we find our consultant?"

"Comrade Consultant?" The chief engineer didn't understand what he meant at once, but Engineer Qi remembered it.

"Your classmate? The consultant Gao who solved our altimeter problem?" That's right, just like the Institute of Directive Research, after Gao Zhendong solved their altimeter problem, they also gave him a consultant letter, a piece of paper, no money or rice. The chief engineer also remembered it, mainly because he had basically never dealt with Gao Zhendong, so he couldn't remember this matter for a while, but when it came to the radio altimeter, he reacted.

However, he only remembered this one thing and didn't know the others: "He is also familiar with missile guidance?"

If Mr. Zhang on the other side of the desert heard what he said, he would probably nod his head repeatedly - it sounded familiar, very familiar.

Qi Gong knew a lot from the Missile Research Institute: "I don't know if he is familiar with missile guidance, but he is definitely familiar with computers. The DJS-59 was developed by him, and his research covers a wide range. His major seems to be automation. For example, he has also made a lot of efforts in the infrared combat air-to-air missile that is being copied, including guidance."

This "seems" is very clever. He knew that Gao Zhendong majored in automation, but the scope and span of Gao Zhendong's achievements were so wide that he felt his memory was not very reliable.

The intelligence did not say where the DJS-60D was made, and there was not even the name of the 59th Machine Department, but he was very clear about the DJS-.

The chief engineer finally understood. It seemed that this consultant was worthy of his name. "Well, Xiao Su's idea is good. It seems that Consultant Gao knows both computers and automatic control. It would be a good idea to ask him for advice."

Although Su Weihua is calmer than Lin Lianwei, he is also the type of person who dares to think: "Boss, Mr. Qi, maybe the DJS-60D is related to him. Like the DJS-59, it is a transistor computer, and it is the second generation. I think it is unlikely that it has nothing to do with him."

When the two CEOs heard this, they also felt that this was the truth, so they had to ask for advice.

The chief engineer suddenly realized something was wrong: "Oh, that's not right. How could such a person be Xiao Su?"

This statement does not mean to look down on Su Weihua at all, but as a classmate of Su Weihua, he has only been working for more than half a year. How can he reach this level? It is a bit unbelievable.

Su Weihua suddenly felt hurt a lot. I don’t know why my classmate is so awesome: “Hey, boss, he is really my classmate. Maybe I am an ordinary person and he is a genius.”

At this point, he decided to run away: "Boss, Boss Qi, how about you guys discuss it first, and I'll go ask him? This way we can prepare."

The chief engineer thought about it and felt that it made sense. He nodded and asked him to make the call, and reminded him: "Go and make a confidential call, don't make it on a regular phone."

Su Weihua ran to make a phone call, while a group of people in the project continued to discuss other issues. After all, a missile system involves more than just this little thing.

About half an hour later, Su Weihua came back excitedly.

He did not speak rashly, but waited until the previous question was discussed before raising his hand: "Boss, Boss Qi, good news! Good news!"

As soon as they saw his expression, they knew that the researcher of DJS-60D was there.

The chief engineer smiled and said, "Is it really him?"

Su Weihua nodded excitedly: "It's really him. He also made the DJS-60D. And there's more good news than that. There's also an unexpected good news!"

Qi Gong was puzzled. What better news could be obtained than communicating directly with the researchers of DJS-60D?

Su Weihua smiled and said, "From what he said, it seems that he has a ready-made DJS-60D, and more than one!"

There was nothing to hide from Su Weihua. Gao Zhendong never thought that they would target him, so he naturally revealed the information.

This time, Engineer Qi was really excited. It was not surprising that Gao Zhendong had a DJS-60D, but if there was only one, they could not interfere with other people's research and take this unique device. But now there was more than one, so there was room for improvement.

He and the chief engineer looked at each other and their minds immediately became active. Hey, Consultant Gao is half a member of our unit, so it might not be impossible for him to provide us with some support, right?
For the chief designer, his vision is not limited to the missile itself. This thing is of great significance to fire control command. He once thought of using DJS-59, but the price and size of DJS-59, if equipped with other supporting equipment and sufficient storage, would be a bit unfriendly for equipment at the level of missile boats or control vehicles.

Regardless of the price of the DJS-60D, at least it solves the problem of size.

The chief engineer immediately made the decision: "Hahaha, Xiao Su, you are really a lucky guy. So, you go to the office right away to arrange the business trip. Lao Qi, you and I will all go. It's almost the weekend, and we will consult our senior consultant next Monday. You can also visit your old classmates while you are there."

I don’t know how many people have set their eyes on the machine in Consultant Gao’s hand. The sooner you act, the sooner you get.

I must go, otherwise I will not be sincere. Lao Qi must also go, as he is the main force in communication. And Xiao Su, who is a suitable major and a senior consultant classmate, must also be brought along.

In matters of this kind, work needs and revolutionary friendship come first; if everyone is about the same, personal friendship comes in handy.

(End of this chapter)