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Chapter 285 Everything is ready

“…The main task at present is to alternately execute the Short-t algorithm and chemical simulation, while processing 8K video stream rendering and machine learning training in parallel.

After the update, the single quantum gate fidelity remained in the range of 99.85%-99.93%, and the double quantum gate fidelity was in the range of 99.61%-99.75%.

The cumulative error rate is 0.012% per hour. Currently, no matter in quantum computing mode or hybrid computing mode, there has been no quantum-classical memory conflict leading to task interruption, nor has there been any loss of synchronization of multi-display signals.

The stress test of the heat dissipation system continued the previous effect, and no crystallization phase change occurred. Under long-term stress testing, the dynamic optimization system of the thermal path was normal, and the temperature fluctuation was still controlled within the range of ±1°C..."

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In the laboratory, Du Kai reported the updated data in detail.

In the past, Qiao Yu would sit directly at the computer to check these details himself.

However, having been the project manager for a long time, Qiao Yu now understands that he must give specific staff members opportunities to perform.

Although he would have to look at the data again later, listening to the report wasted his time.

But delaying him for a few minutes can encourage front-line operators to work harder in the future, so it is still worth it.

Although Qiao Yu often threatened to fire the professors directly under him if they did not want to work anymore, he obviously could not do the same to the front-line operators.

Many people have a misunderstanding that the most basic executors are the easiest to control, but this is not the case.

The biggest characteristic of grassroots executors is that they have a lot of work to do but little pay and high mobility. Therefore, it is a blessing for any company to meet a grassroots executor who is willing to work diligently.

Moreover, if such people are unhappy and choose to leave, they can really leave without hesitation. For the company, the cost of finding a replacement as soon as possible is actually not small.

Not to mention that grassroots executors in the field of scientific research also have certain academic requirements. At least they must master all the basic knowledge and be able to understand reports.

So when listening to the report, Qiao Yu was very patient and did not hesitate to give praise.

Even after Du Kai finished his report, Qiao Yu raised his hand and patted him on the shoulder to encourage him: "Well done! By the way, I heard from Professor Wang that your name is Du Kai, right? Work hard during your doctoral studies and try to stay in the research center after graduation."

If we only look at age, Qiao Yu's actions are obviously a bit frivolous. After all, Du Kai is five or six years older than Qiao Yu. Fortunately, age is not everything.

"Thank you, Academician Qiao."

"Let me get on the plane and take a look."

"Okay, please." Du Kai said, suppressing his excitement.

Sure enough, most rumors are not credible.

Many people in the research center were saying that Academician Qiao was particularly difficult to deal with, which made him nervous for a long time.

The actual situation is that Academician Qiao is obviously much easier to talk to than his own mentor.

Of course, if Du Kai could explore Qiao Yu’s inner thoughts, he probably wouldn’t think so.

For Qiao Yu, the most basic rule of human society that he knows is game, not the so-called science, development, civilization, evolution and other things advocated by people...

The focus of the game is on interests, which is nothing more than the competition, distribution, trade-offs and compromise of interests.

This is not romantic at all, but it is human nature to never be satisfied with what you have.

At this moment, Du Kai began to be surprised at Qiao Yu's proficiency in operating the testing machine.

Qiao Yu did not use any other means of interaction, but just danced his hands on the keyboard.

To be honest, Du Kai often wanted to be lazy, after all, the basic command formats for retrieving various data were completely different from what he had learned in Windows before.

Many times he would directly use voice to ask Baozi to do self-inspection and generate reports.

Although this operation method simplifies the operation, there is a certain probability of error.

The main problem is that the system misunderstands the semantics, which is allowed and not a big problem. If there is an error, just regenerate it, which will not take much time.

Anyway, as far as Du Kai knew, everyone did it this way. Now seeing Qiao Yu's operation, Du Kai was ashamed.

He is actually more skilled than someone who does this every day. No wonder he can become an academician at such a young age.

Of course, this is indeed basic operation for Qiao Yu. After all, he designed the underlying logic system of the entire quantum simulation computer.

Although he has less to do after the quantum simulation computer was built, when the project was first launched, Qiao Yu was involved in it all the way from the very bottom of the quantum logic gate architecture to the construction of a real-time trusted execution environment for quantum simulation computing.

Even this command system and format was the final draft finalized by Qiao Yu, so he was naturally very familiar with it.

Qiao Yu quickly reviewed the system's operating status and gave suggestions.

"Okay, it seems that the effect is indeed quite good. Starting today, all the test machines in the research institutes can be updated synchronously and perform 720 hours of high-frequency use stability testing.

The test indicators include quantum coherence time fluctuation, thermal balance stability of the cooling system, mission interruption rate and thermal-electrical coordinated management. In addition, a standardization report will be issued to the alliance committee.

If nothing unexpected happens, they can start stocking up in large quantities after this test. By the way, I suggested during the meeting that the launch of the first Taiji quantum simulation computer should be scheduled on New Year’s Day next year.”

Du Kai is naturally not qualified to answer such questions.

After all, he couldn't reach as high a level as the executive committee of the Quantum Simulation Alliance.

The members of the executive committee are the ones who contribute the most money within the Quantum Simulation Alliance and are also the chairmen and general managers of the most well-known technology companies in China.

A grassroots scientific researcher like Du Kai naturally cannot have access to it, but his mentor can.

"Are you really planning to hold a new product launch conference on New Year's Day? Isn't that a bit too rushed?"

"Professor Wang, you must have confidence. You see the results are so good now, I think it will not be a problem to pass this test. During this interview, the host asked me if I was under a lot of pressure because of the constant criticism online.

After I got back, I checked online. Wow, there was a lot of criticism! They all said our project was a waste of money! If I don’t show you something, someone will open my box online.”

Qiao Yu said casually.

This is of course a joke. Even though there are indeed many doubts online, they are actually very restrained.

As for opening his box, that was really stupid. If it didn't work, it would be fine. But if it did, Zheng Xiwen's team would be implicated and suffer.

"I think New Year's Day is indeed possible. Based on the current stock of various accessories, I estimate that after a month of large-scale stress testing, the total stock of various versions should be able to exceed 10,000 units by New Year's Day. 10,000 units are just right for testing the waters. Considering that even the lowest-end Apocalypse series is expensive, and this is the first batch of test products to be put on the market, the problems reported by users can be corrected. There is no point in delaying it for any longer."

Zheng Zefeng immediately followed Qiao Yu's words.

To be honest, no one, including the project team members, had much confidence in the sales of the first batch of products.

First of all, the cost is there, so the price cannot be too cheap. Although the final price is still under discussion and has not been finalized, what is certain is that even the lowest-end Apocalypse series will definitely not cost less than 50,000.

As for the highest-end product, the Tai Chi Supreme series, the starting price is 300,000 yuan. There is no other way. Not to mention the extra quantum gates, the cooling system alone costs 30,000 yuan.

In addition to the price, Tai Chi has just been launched and the entire ecosystem has not yet been fully built.

Although most Windows applications can run on Taichi computers, there are not many applications that can fully utilize the functions of Taichi series computers.

Therefore, according to market research and forecasts, it will be a victory if the total sales volume of the first batch of Tai Chi series products can reach one million units.

The next task of the R&D department is to continuously reduce costs and quickly improve the Tai Chi application ecosystem to complete the industrial layout.

According to estimates, if the price of low-end Tai Chi series products can be reduced to around 30,000 yuan, it will be possible to further expand the market.

Of course, we also need to continuously adjust product functions and positioning based on business volume.

However, these are all matters of business operation. In particular, how to reduce production costs is not something that Qiao Yu and his project team need to consider.

But Zheng Zefeng thinks that having a stock of about 10,000 units after the release is completely sufficient.

Seeing that Qiao Yu and Zheng Zefeng both said so, Wang Xingyao nodded and agreed: "Okay, then I will submit the test report and suggestions together at the next committee meeting. After the large-scale stress test, there is still half a month for publicity and promotion.

The time should be enough. Besides, our two projects have always been hot topics online. Now that the Sky Shield exercise has been successful, the discussion on quantum simulation technology online is also very hot, so it will be easier to do publicity work when we really have to hold a press conference. "

Du Kai was listening to the conversation between the bosses and became excited again.

Although his name would certainly not be mentioned at the launch of the Tai Chi series computers, he did contribute to the launch of this epoch-making computer after all.

Not to mention that he actually had some thoughts on his mind, so he couldn't help but interrupt: "By the way, what is the final price of Apocalypse? I want to order one when it's released."

Yes, dealing with engineering machines every day in the laboratory, and then returning to the dormitory to use his laptop, it just felt boring.

"Pricing is the committee's business. We are not involved, so how can we know the price? But you, don't talk nonsense about this outside before the stress test is completed. The confidentiality agreement is still in effect." Wang Xingyao glared at his student.

Qiao Yu smiled and said, "It's okay. This kind of business matter is not as confidential as the space-based project. If we really start to stock up, we can't hide it from anyone. There's no need to be so cautious.

However, we cannot decide the price at present. So no matter what the final price is, if the personnel in the research center want to order Taiji products, the project team will subsidize 10,000 yuan for the entry-level model, 20,000 yuan for the mid-range model, and 50,000 yuan for the high-end model. We will send out the announcement later.”

This sentence made Du Kai excited again: "That's great, this way we can save some money. Well, if Tai Chi is in short supply after it goes on sale, can we have the right of first refusal?"

Hearing this, several people laughed at the same time, including Wang Xingyao who had been sternly looking at Du Kai.

So the serious mentor directly replied: "I don't have the authority to give you a discount, but if you are worried that you won't be able to buy it when the time comes, just come to me. The committee can still give you this face!"

All are happy.

……

720 hours may sound long, but for scientific researchers, it is just a blink of an eye.

Just as Qiao Yu expected, most of the hosts used for high-frequency stress testing passed the stress test smoothly.

Except for the situation where the quantum bit group of Unit 513 suddenly dropped at 37 hours and deviated from the baseline by about %.

After that, the system started to freeze frequently. However, after testing, it was found that there was a problem with the dilution refrigeration equipment.

As for the quantum-classical memory conflict time, it has been reduced to a probability of about 500 times in 0.1 hours.

And with the help of quantum cache isolation technology, the system will be repaired quickly after a problem occurs. The system will only leave a record, and the user will basically not feel the impact.

It is roughly equivalent to the background response being half a second slower when Windows is running a certain program, and the circle on the mouse rotates one more circle. It fully meets the requirements for batch assembly and stocking.

After the stress test, companies within the Quantum Alliance also took quick action.

It is originally in the form of an alliance, and all patents related to quantum simulation computers are shared internally.

The upstream and downstream connections are as easy as pie.

To put it bluntly, at least at this stage, everyone's interests are the same, including Qiao Yu's project team and its major research centers.

All software involved in the new computer, including new algorithms and operating systems, are currently operated under the name of Xiyu Technology.

However, Xiyu Technology is no longer the small company with only one computer room where Qiao Xi was the legal representative.

After the legal representative was changed to Qiao Yu's name, all companies within the Quantum Simulation Computing Alliance purchased a certain amount of Xiyu Technology shares, accounting for a total of 63%.

Yanbei University and the related research centers under Huaqing University each hold 17% of the shares. The remaining % of the shares belong to Qiao Yu personally.

There is nothing we can do about this.

When it comes to business, no one can gamble on Qiao Yu's character.

After investing hundreds of billions into hardware research, and the products really start to sell well, if the operating system falters, it will be the end of these companies.

Without any worries, the alliance began to focus on promotion and stocking up.

Just as Wang Xingyao predicted, publicity and promotion are actually not too important for the release of the Tai Chi series of computers.

Not to mention that the popularity of quantum simulation computers on the Internet has always been high. There are so many companies in the Quantum Simulation Computing Alliance, all of which are well-known Chinese companies, and there are too many channels for promotion to start at the same time.

In addition, this is a key scientific research project that the country has been strongly supporting, aiming to break the technological blockade in one fell swoop. Various official propaganda channels have begun to promote this press conference simultaneously.

Even the 7 o'clock news started to blow...

As for the effect, all we can say is that the whole world was shocked!

(End of this chapter)