Back in 1978, I was admitted to Northwestern Polytechnical University.

Chapter 215 Dear students, please do not engage in personality cult!

As night deepened, the lights in the conference room of the Fifth Department Building remained brightly lit.

"Comrade Qin Liang, we've landed a great deal this time, but... we have so many projects on our hands right now, where are we going to find the manpower to develop an aircraft for David? This requires the strength of a design institute!" Director Luo said, somewhat apprehensive.

Northwestern Polytechnical University has so many projects that it's overwhelmed with work!

Super 7 two-seater facelift, Y-9, Sonic Cruiser, J-9...

Before, we worried about not having enough projects; now we worry about having too many projects to handle!
“We can send ten people from 611 to help,” Old Song said. “But we can’t send any more, or we’ll be too busy.”

"How about we borrow some more people from Shenyang? Some people from Shenyang were involved in the J-9 project back then," Director Luo suggested.

Old Song nodded: "That's right."

The J-9 project originally started in Shenyang, after all, there was no 611 back then. Later, due to the threat from the north, Mr. Song led his team south, almost taking the J-9 team with him, but some people remained there.

Qin Liang shook his head: "No, I don't want to deal with those people. Paying them a salary is secondary. It would be bad if they corrupted our people."

The crowd's expressions were complicated. This Qin Liang harbored deep resentment towards the Northern Kingdom! However... to be fair, those people's work attitude and methods were indeed problematic!

Inviting them over with that condescending attitude is really not conducive to unity and cooperation.

"What should I do?"

"With ten experienced engineers as the core, we only need to add some students!"

"Students? Our outstanding students from the aeronautics department have already joined the project!"

"The Capital Aviation Academy still has some. Anyway, winter break is coming soon. I'll give them a call and see if they'd like to do a winter internship."

practice!

They don't even pay wages, just provide meals! No matter what, students are always the cheapest labor!

Everyone had complicated expressions.

"If we add the resources of the Capital Aviation Academy, it shouldn't be a problem. They have quite a few teachers there who are also interested in working on the project. Anyway, the shape has already been finalized; the next step is structural design and calculations." Director Luo nodded: "Okay, that's settled then. I'll call them now! By the way, Liangzi, are you leading this project?"

Qin Liang shook his head: "No, I don't have time for that. Let Zhao Xiaoxia, that girl from our Class 5381, come over!"

Yang Wei is in charge of CNC telemetry, Tang Changhong has joined the Y-9 R&D project, and Zhao Xiaoxia should also be able to take charge on her own!

"Is she... okay?"

It's not that everyone is discriminating against women or young people, it's just... of course they're worried!

"Just call her over and ask her, then you'll know."

Zhao Xiaoxia was busy in the computer room when she received the message and was momentarily stunned. When she arrived at the conference room, she saw Qin Liang's warm smile.

"Xiaoxia, you've been studying at Northwestern Polytechnical University for a year and a half now, and you've officially joined the aircraft research and development team. How have you felt about this past year?"

"It's great. The knowledge I learn from textbooks can be quickly applied to practice. I feel like I'm growing very fast. But... Qin Liang, I'm afraid I can't handle the job of chief designer."

"You're overthinking it. Chief designer? David is so smart, he definitely won't let us be the chief designer," Qin Liang said. "Although we'll be in charge of the design, they'll definitely want control. Your task is actually to cooperate with them and at the same time showcase the talent of our Eastern technical personnel. We understand all the world's mainstream technologies!"

Old Song gradually came to understand.

Those veterans aren't actually that useful, since they've never developed a new fighter jet before. Even if they have experience, it's all outdated stuff! Moreover, they have very little grasp of new knowledge, certainly not as good as these young college students.

Dealing with the Davids is not easy. After all, they are in daily contact with top-notch Western technology. If your own senior staff is in charge, they often can't keep up with the conversation, which can be awkward!

Times are changing, and the older generation is outdated! It's time for young people to take the lead!
"Qin Liang's considerations are reasonable. Comrade Zhao Xiaoxia, this is a glorious and arduous task, and also a test for you. I hope you can bravely shoulder this responsibility!"

“Okay, I will cooperate with the foreigners and do our job well.” Zhao Xiaoxia nodded.

Qin Liang nodded in satisfaction. Good, another chief aircraft designer has been trained!

Capital Aviation College.

"Old Yu, Old Yu, good news, good news!"

Boom!
Professor Yu looked up at the people outside who were panting heavily.

"Old Ning, slow down. You're so old, why are you acting like a child? What's wrong?"

"Old Yu, Northwestern Polytechnical University has just taken on a new business designing an airplane, and they're so busy that they've asked our students to come and help out!"

"What?" Professor Yu stood up instantly: "A business of designing airplanes? What kind of airplanes?"

"Single-engine medium fighter jet."

"Great, great! Our Capital University of Aeronautics and Astronautics has been struggling with a lack of projects, but now this is perfect! Quick, convene a meeting with the faculty from the Aeronautics and Engine Departments! After the exams, third- and fourth-year students can volunteer to go to Northwestern Polytechnical University! Graduate students are a must!"

"Okay, I'll go right away!"

Professor Yu was so excited that his blood was boiling. This kind of important project had finally come to our Capital Aviation Academy! Alas, it's a pity that Qin Liang didn't apply to our Capital Aviation Academy back then, otherwise, wouldn't this business be ours?

A dozen minutes later, the teachers in the conference room were all in high spirits.

We must go! This project is like a windfall!
"Old Yu, how about we select a team leader, like... a chief engineer? That would be good for coordination. Our Capital Aviation Academy is very strong and full of talent..."

Professor Yu's face darkened: "Xiao Wang, what are you saying? The project was brought in by Northwestern Polytechnical University. We're just going there to help. We need to know our place! Anyone here who's thinking of usurping the project should stay away!"

"Ahem, of course that's not what I meant..." The forty-something-year-old teacher, Mr. Wang, blushed deeply when Professor Yu called him "Little Wang." He actually just wanted to elect Professor Yu as the head, after all, Professor Yu had presided over many projects!
In terms of seniority and ability, Professor Yu should be the leader!

"What does that mean? Old Yu knows his own limitations. We're outdated and can't keep up with the times. If we go there, we have to be humble and do whatever they ask us to do! I'd be happy to be a skinner!"

Professor Yu wanted to go, after all, he was also the chief aircraft designer and hoped that his team would produce more aircraft. However, he also knew that he had been engaged in teaching for many years and had become detached from practice. This time, his focus was on participation. If he really wanted to fight for leadership, it would definitely pose a huge threat to the project!
"Anyone who dares to bring this up again, don't blame me for kicking them back! With so many of us going, we must ensure safety along the route..."

"Old Yu, no problem. They said they'll coordinate to send the Y-10 over there."

You can even fly!
Northwestern Polytechnical University is awesome!

The news reached the students that very evening after the meeting, and they were absolutely thrilled.

A male dormitory.

"Last year, when I was a junior, I listened to Qin Liang's speech, and I was so excited. I never thought I would have the opportunity to work with Qin Liang!" Wang Jiadong, a senior student in the Department of Aeronautics, said excitedly.

"Yes, Qin Liang is amazing. I really don't know how he learned. When I get there, I'm going to learn from him!" Cheng Bo was also full of excitement.

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's pack our things!"

"But we still have three days of exams left."

"We need to pack quickly and leave as soon as the exam is over!"

A girls' dormitory.

A slender and beautiful girl sat on the bed, leaning against the wall, excitedly writing in her diary.

I finally got to meet Qin Liang! His speech on stage that day captivated me, and ever since then, his image has been constantly on my mind... I think this might be Cupid...

Whoosh!
The laptop was suddenly snatched away, and the girl exclaimed in shock, "Hey, what are you doing!"

"Xiaoyu, I never expected that you actually have a crush on Qin Liang!"

"I didn't!" Wu Yu said shyly.

"What about Cupid?"

"Of course it's an arrow, and it has to be a golden arrow!" "Give it back to me now!"

The dormitory was bustling with laughter and playful banter. The entire Capital Aviation College was excited about going to Northwestern Polytechnical University, and surprisingly, not to participate in a project, but to see someone!
Some people were unhappy.

A few days later, when the Capital Aviation Academy's chartered plane took off for Chang'an, the news finally reached Shenyang.

Snapped!
Old Li slammed his hand on the table: "This is clearly looking down on people!"

"Yes, they'd rather invite a bunch of students than our Northern Institute. We're the top military aircraft institute; we have the strongest R&D capabilities!" Old Wang was also furious: "That Qin Liang has gone too far!"

"Let's go to Northwestern Polytechnical University and ask them why they look down on us!"

Amidst the crowd's anger, Old Gu walked in: "What are you all arguing about?"

"Professor Gu, Northwestern Polytechnical University has a new project and is short-handed, so they actually asked students from the Capital Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics for help instead of asking us!"

"Yes, Mr. Gu, with your extensive experience as a veteran aircraft designer, you could absolutely take the helm for them, be the head of the company, they..."

"Alright, that's enough! If you guys have any energy left, then hurry up and modify our J-8 according to Old Ba's requirements!"

"Sigh, more revisions, this... this is clearly just making things difficult for people."

"Yeah, even the Air Force isn't that demanding."

"We live in a market economy now. If we want to sell our aircraft to customers, we have to modify them according to their needs!" Old Gu said. "This is our J-8's only chance. If we don't seize this opportunity, will we have any more foreign trade orders in the future?"

"Okay, okay, okay, let's do it!"

Old Li looked at the daunting improvement projects with a displeased expression.

First, increasing the airframe lifespan to 4,000 hours? Isn't that making things difficult for us? Since when have we, the Northern Institute, ever needed to be led by the nose? Whatever we produce, the Air Force has to accept!
Secondly, with the number of mounting brackets increased to seven, the load-bearing capacity still needs to be strengthened...

third……

Why not just abandon the business with Lao Ba? Go to the capital and complain, demanding that the Air Force accept the J-8 fighter jets. That would be easier than making modifications!
Chang'an Airport.

A group of students disembarked from the plane, all looking excited.

Chang'an, finally arrived in Chang'an! The scenery here is so different from the capital! Even wearing this military overcoat feels a bit warm, and the wind isn't particularly cold...

As they traveled by bus to Northwestern Polytechnical University, the scenery along the way was so beautiful that they felt they couldn't take it all in. There was no trace of the bleakness of winter!
Northwestern Polytechnical University, at the entrance.

The car came to a stop, and a group of students filed out.

Qin Liang!

A sharp-eyed person spotted a familiar figure among the welcoming crowd at the entrance, and in the next moment, a commotion erupted as a group of people swarmed around him.

"Qin Liang, I'm so glad to finally meet you!"

"Qin Liang, we'll follow your lead from now on!"

"Qin Liang..."

"Hey, hey, hey! What are you doing!" Qin Liang exclaimed anxiously, "I'm just an ordinary student like you. Don't create a personality cult!"

Beside them, the teachers from Northwestern Polytechnical University stared wide-eyed, while the teachers from Beihang University wore expressions of helplessness.

"Dear students, please don't push! If you push any further, someone will die! Now, let's go to the Fifth Department Building for a meeting and to assign tasks. We'll start working this afternoon!"

The group reluctantly parted ways with Qin Liang and headed towards the campus of Northwestern Polytechnical University, where they were immediately drawn to the brand-new Department Building.

I should have applied to Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU). Its facilities are even better than those of Beihang University!
Qin Liang finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Qin Liang, it's so nice to meet you. My name is Wu Yu..." Wu Yu mustered up her courage and approached Qin Liang.

"Hello, welcome to Northwestern Polytechnical University."

"Qin Liang, how...how did you..."

Before Wu Yu could finish speaking, a fashionable girl appeared next to Qin Liang and casually linked her arm with his: "Brother Liang, the plane tickets are already bought. We're going back to our hometown with Dad tomorrow!"

Brother Liangzi, it's our dad!

Wu Yu was stunned, feeling like the world was about to collapse. Who was this girl? Her sister, it must be her sister!

"This is my wife, Yang Duo'er," Qin Liang introduced simply.

Wu Yu stumbled. "You're already married? You're only a sophomore in college. Your wonderful life has just begun. How could you get married so soon?"
Wait, we're going back to our hometown tomorrow? Who's in charge of that project? We all came here because of Qin Liang!

In the conference room.

"First of all, let's give a warm round of applause to welcome the teachers and students from the Capital Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics to help us at Northwestern Polytechnical University!" President Ji said excitedly. "This is an attempt by our universities to achieve a powerful alliance under the market economy!"

After only three minutes of meaningless small talk, we got down to business.

"Our client for this collaboration is David Country Aircraft Company. They will be coming over in a few days to participate in the project. So, in the next few days, we need to get the project up and running so that they can see our research and development results when they arrive! Now, please let Zhao Xiaoxia, the person in charge of this project, give a brief introduction and assign tasks!"

"and many more!"

Wang Jiadong stood up: "Isn't this project led by Qin Liang?"

"That's right, we all came here because of Qin Liang!" Cheng Bo was also dumbfounded.

"Dear students, you are all talents cultivated by the country! You are here now, which is essentially an internship, for your own development and the needs of the motherland. How can you say that you are here for any particular person?" Qin Liang's face turned serious: "Your motives are impure, and I need to give you a good talking-to!"

"We accept your criticism, but you must be the one in charge of this project!"

Qin Liang's face darkened. "What are you doing? Creating a personality cult? Are you trying to work me to death?"
Professor Yu's face turned ashen. He was about to stand up and reprimand the students when Zhao Xiaoxia stood up.

"Dear classmates, I admire Qin Liang just like you do. Therefore, I will do my best to complete the tasks assigned to me by Qin Liang. I think you do too, right?"

The people below suddenly realized that they couldn't refute this statement. Since they admired Qin Liang, they had to listen to Qin Liang!

Qin Liang never said he would personally take charge of this project!

"Then you have to let us know exactly what you're capable of to be competent for this role!"

"That's right! Let's ask you three questions and see if you can answer them!"

"Okay, then you can ask!"

Zhao Xiaoxia is only a sophomore, while the people opposite her are all juniors and seniors!
Wang Jiadong's eyes darted around: "I heard that our research and development project this time is a canard-layout fighter jet, so let's start with the canards. How do we specifically calculate the vortices generated by the canards?"

Professor Yu couldn't help but shake his head. These students had gone too far!
Aerodynamics is inherently complex and unpredictable, and the vortices generated by the canard are even more fascinating. Generally, the process involves simple calculations, then testing in a wind tunnel, identifying problems, making modifications, testing again, and so on, until a suitable solution is finally found.

After Mr. Song and his colleagues went south, they have been searching for a suitable duck-shaped layout for many years. Now you are asking for a specific calculation. Isn't that making things difficult for people?
Zhao Xiaoxia smiled and said, "The performance improvement of the new generation of fighter jets lies in the utilization of vortices. The canard creates vortices on the main wing by separating the airflow at the leading edge, thereby creating a low-pressure area on the upper surface of the main wing to increase lift. The intensity of this vortex is related to the angle of attack and geometry of the canard, namely the leading edge sweep angle, aspect ratio, and the incoming air velocity."

"Simple theoretical calculations require the use of vortex strength formulas in aerodynamics, where circulation can be indirectly derived using the Kuta-Zhukovsky theorem. If detailed engineering calculations are needed, then empirical formulas or CFD simulations are required. You will come into contact with these once you start working."

"Empirical formula? What kind of formula is that?"

"What is CFD simulation?"

Even the teachers at the Capital Aviation Academy were wide-eyed; they'd never heard of it before!
"These are all classified information. Only those of you who have joined the research and development team can access them. If you don't believe me, you can ask Qin Liang. Anyway, you trust him the most."

Standing to the side, Qin Liang nodded: "These technologies are what we have been developing and summarizing over the past few months. As long as you join, you will have access to the world's most advanced technologies!"

(End of this chapter)