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

Chapter 355 Anti-missile and anti-satellite cooperation: Northwestern Polytechnical University!

Autumn winds have begun to blow, and a slight chill has crept into Moscow.

The atmosphere in the conference room was now even colder.

"So, you really want to hand over our most advanced air defense missile technology to the East?"

Ustinov's face was terribly grim, and everyone present knew that the old general was truly enraged.

During World War II, Ustinov was appointed People's Commissar for Weapons of the USSR, which is the Minister of Armaments, responsible for organizing weapons production during the war. He was instrumental in the relocation of a large number of Soviet military factories to the region east of the Urals. After the war, he served as a leader in this industry for more than a decade.

It can be said that Ustinov attaches great importance to an independent defense industry. Now, the Almaz Design Bureau actually wants to ask an Easterner to help with the design and spend 100 million US dollars. This is absolutely unacceptable to him!

At this moment, his face was filled with anger.

"Yes, Comrade Ustinov." Benjin wasn't too afraid. After all, he had been working in the military industry for half his life and knew the personality of his superiors very well.

Ustinov was an ambitious man who liked to play pranks on people at the dinner table, but overall he was reasonable.

"Currently, there is no doubt that we lag behind the West in electronic technology. If we want our equipment to reach the same level as the West... no, even be more advanced than the West, then we can only choose products from the East. You should know that our Su-27 already uses radar produced with Eastern technology, and Britain has also asked the East to help modify its Phantom fighter jets..."

Ustinov nodded: "Of course I know, but these are all temporary. As soon as we can produce parts with the same performance ourselves, we will replace the products from the East..."

"Yes, that's what we're doing with the missiles we're modifying now. As long as we can produce similar parts ourselves, we'll replace them. Right now, we might need to purchase a lot of parts from the East, but we definitely won't need them in the future. With East technical support, our S-300P missiles will achieve a maximum range of over 100 kilometers and the ability to intercept ballistic missiles like the Scud..."

"What did you say?" Ustinov's eyes widened. "A missile improved using Eastern technology can intercept a Scud?"

"Yes, I believe that Eastern technology can do this, and even better. We had to develop these separately because of insufficient resources. Now, by utilizing Eastern technology, we can quickly solve the problem of intercepting ballistic missiles, not just short-range missiles, but even intercontinental ballistic missiles. We can ask the East for help to improve interception accuracy and transform nuclear warheads into conventional warheads..."

"What did you say?"

Everyone present was stunned.

Intercepting intercontinental ballistic missiles is a crucial aspect of Star Wars. Although the Russians were the first to develop such a product, they used the simplest and most brutal nuclear warheads, while the Americans considered precision interception solutions in their various plans.

In this respect, the Russians are lagging behind, and as for how to improve... they don't have any ideas. And now...

"Excellent! We also request to cooperate with the East on our A-135 system!" Aviad Polyachenko, the chief designer of the Innovator Design Bureau and the person in charge of the A-135 project, stood up excitedly: "Comrade Ustinov, we hope you can grant our request! This is very important to us!"

Leonid Artukin, the S-300V project leader from the Antey Design Bureau, was furious: "What's wrong with you all? Are you possessed? How can you entrust the design of our Soviet Union's most advanced weapon system to Easterners? What are you thinking?"

He just wanted to watch the show with the Diamond Design Bureau's demands. Intercepting ballistic missiles was the mission of the Antey Design Bureau's S-300V. How could the Diamond Design Bureau want to steal his business?

After years of development, the Russian weapons design bureau has long lost the spirit of socialist collective cooperation. It is common for departments to be hostile to each other and sabotage each other. The two sides are in a competitive relationship, and he only wants to see the other make a fool of himself.

Unexpectedly, the Innovator Design Bureau also got involved!

In 1947, the General Design Department of the Kalinin Machine-Building Plant was expanded into the Eighth Experimental Design Bureau. Its initial task was to develop large-caliber artillery. Starting in 1957, it participated in the design of anti-aircraft missiles. In 1966, the Eighth Experimental Design Bureau was renamed the Innovator Machine-Building Design Bureau. It has continued to this day. Due to its outstanding achievements, it was even awarded the Order of Lenin this year.

How could such a prestigious design bureau, which stands head and shoulders above the rest, actually fawn over Eastern technology?
This is unscientific, unscientific! Where is your backbone?

"If we can truly achieve anti-missile capability through precision impact, then we can ask the East for help with our 30P6 system." Another person spoke up!

Artukin looked over and saw Allemans, an engineer from the Almaz National Design Bureau. They had been extremely busy with the 30P6 anti-satellite system lately. For them, accurately colliding with a satellite was very difficult. Even if the orbit was calculated correctly, it was not guaranteed that it could be installed. It would be best to install an advanced and precise search system on the missile.

Anti-satellite and anti-missile are often the same thing!

"These are all top-secret, key projects of our country. How can we entrust them to others? Gentlemen, our Soviet military research and development does not need the help of other countries! Otherwise, it would be a disgrace to us!"

"What does it have to do with us if the relevant departments are not doing their job? If we had top-notch electronic technology, would we need to ask Easterners for help?"

This one sentence shut Atulkin down.

These guys are working on all sorts of top-secret projects, but they're only responsible for integration, not for developing specific components. The Russians' overall electronics industry is lagging behind, so they can't meet the requirements. This has nothing to do with the individual design bureaus present; the blame lies with others!

Ustinov's expression shifted for a moment before he finally spoke: "Since both are necessary, why don't we start cooperating with the East? Coincidentally, our country has also decided to ease relations with the East. The Americans can use ping-pong diplomacy, and we can use missile diplomacy..."

The ice that had been frozen for decades finally began to thaw in 1982. Although it would not completely melt until 1985, now that we needed the help of people from the East, we could find a perfect excuse to do so!
Everyone was full of admiration. Sure enough, being a politician makes all the difference. Ustinov's perspective on issues is truly unique!
"Comrade Ustinov, would you like to take us with you?"

“Of course not.” Ustinov shook his head. “My identity is sensitive, so I can’t go out. If you need Eastern technology, you can go there as a group. As for the high research and development fees demanded by the Easterners, we can discuss whether we can exchange them using our products…”

In 1981, Russia held the Western 81 military exercise, which looked aggressive and made the whole West tremble. But in reality, Russia's economic level was already very bad. When a country's military industry consumes half of its resources, the country's economy is definitely abnormal.

The Star Wars and the war in Afghanistan further worsened Russia's economic situation, ultimately leading to the collapse of the entire edifice.

Now, the Russians want advanced technology from the East, but they don't want to pay for it!

“Alright.” Benjing nodded. This was a request he had already guessed, so it wasn’t surprising.

"Comrade Ustinov, I also want to go to the East to see it."

Hearing this voice, everyone found it somewhat amusing. Leonid Artukin, who had initially expressed dissatisfaction with the use of Eastern technology, had decided to join now that his objections were ineffective.

Hmph, it's useless to join. If the S-300P can also defend against missiles, what's the point of having the S-300V?
Eastward, Northwestern Polytechnical University.

"Our Type 054 corvette is top-notch in air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and anti-ship capabilities. You will definitely not regret choosing our product!"

Ihab Shazli, head of the Etuo Navy, nodded: "Yes, after careful comparison, we believe that this frigate is the most suitable product for our needs. Through our efforts, we have also secured funding support from the United States. We are here this time to place an order, but there are still some questions that we did not clarify last time."

It took a lot of effort for the US to get support; it took so long to finally complete the process. As for the British… it’s said that the British cry to the US Congress every day, hoping to be taken care of, but the Americans are unmoved. The British are now a laughing stock all over the world!
"Excuse me." Qin Liang smiled broadly. This arms sale was of great significance, marking a breakthrough in the export of the Navy's main warships.

"First of all, regarding the warship's power, I don't think we discussed this last time, and it's not mentioned in the information you provided."

"This is of course a medium-speed marine diesel engine produced in the East. As you should know, diesel engines are sufficient for frigates. We use four diesel engines, which is enough to propel the frigate to a speed of 25 knots. If you want it to be faster, you can only use gas turbines, which will cost more."

As Qin Liang spoke, he took out the marine diesel engine data from Hudong Shipyard: "Here, let me give you a detailed introduction. Our marine diesel engine has world-leading performance. Just the crankshaft machining alone uses our unique lathe-pulling process..."

Chen Shuguang watched from the side, feeling somewhat worried. "Senior brother, our mechanical engineering department has only just started developing the kind of lathe-pulling machine tool you mentioned, and you're already bragging about it!"

"Hmm, not bad, not bad. We have confidence in Eastern products. But where's the propeller?"

"Of course it's an adjustable pitch propeller. Northwestern Polytechnical University has specialized CNC machine tools. If you're worried, I can take you to see it." "Okay, okay, of course we trust Northwestern Polytechnical University's technology!"

"Everyone, shall we... sign the contract?"

"Ok!"

The contract, which should have been signed at the Great Hall of the People in the capital, was signed at Northwestern Polytechnical University, much to the delight of the leaders from the Eastern Shipbuilding Industry System.

Getting on board with Northwestern Polytechnical University is awesome!

After signing the contract, Leader Zhou said with a smile, "Comrade Qin Liang, tonight we'll have a banquet at the most luxurious restaurant in Chang'an..."

Before he could finish speaking, someone ran over: "Comrade Qin Liang, a group of important clients have arrived..."

"Yes, I'll go greet them. Everyone, I'm so sorry, we've been incredibly busy lately..."

The Etu people watched Qin Liang leave with complicated expressions. The business of Northwestern Polytechnical University is really booming. With such a company, there is no need to worry about the quality of the products not meeting the requirements. Northwestern Polytechnical University has such a good reputation!

Datang Corporation.

Qin Baomin warmly welcomed the visiting Russians; he was now a master at this job.

"Back then, after our nation was founded, our first Five-Year Plan transformed the country from an agricultural nation into an industrial one. The Soviet Union provided significant assistance at the time, and we Easterners remember that..."

As he walked to the door and listened to his father talking nonsense in a serious tone, Qin Liang couldn't help but feel a sense of pride. His father had finally become capable of standing on his own!
"Cough cough."

Upon hearing the voice, Qin Baomin looked towards the door and then exclaimed with delight: "Everyone, Comrade Qin Liang has arrived. If you have any questions, feel free to ask him. He will answer them without reservation."

Looking at the twenty-odd Russians, Qin Liang felt a little curious. It seemed that people from other design bureaus had also come!

"Mr. Qin, it's a pleasure to meet you. Come, let me introduce you..."

Before Benjin could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Leonid Artukin, who had been observing coldly from the sidelines.

"Eastern air defense missile technology started by copying our S-75 air defense missile. You think you know how to intercept ballistic missiles?"

"Atukin, what are you doing?" Benjin's face was ugly. Did you come here on purpose to cause trouble?

"I remember the SAM-2 missile was jointly designed by the Lavochkin Design Bureau and the Almaz Design Bureau, right? Sir, which design bureau are you from?"

Artukin puffed out his chest: "From the Antey Design Bureau!"

"What... design bureau? I've never heard of it before."

Pfft... Benjing laughed, and Atukin was furious.

"Our Antey Design Bureau is a long-established Soviet design bureau. We developed the world's first self-propelled surface-to-air missile! Its codename... or rather, its NATO codename, is SAM-4."

"Oh, well... I've never heard of that before."

"you!"

In the eyes of the proud Artukin, Qin Liang's words were an insult to the entire Antey Design Bureau!
"However, since you came with Mr. Benjing, you are our friend," Qin Liang said. "Since you have any questions, I'll explain them to you. Speaking of missile defense, it's not that difficult. The key technologies include the following aspects."

Qin Liang spoke fluently and at length.

"First, there's early warning detection. Satellites in space can use infrared detectors to detect the high-temperature exhaust plume of missiles during launch and issue an early warning. Then, a large long-range phased array radar can capture the target, gaining more than 30 minutes of warning time. This technology... well, I can't go into too much detail, otherwise it would be a leak."

"Hmph, that's all you know. If you keep going, you'll run out of things to say!"

"Ahem, well... it's not that difficult. With an infrared focal plane sensor, the trajectory can be captured during the missile's ascent. And with an advanced computer, the missile's impact point can be calculated based on the subsequent trajectory deviation after the missile engine shuts down."

"That's impossible! During the ascent phase, the ballistic characteristics are not obvious!"

"Yes, your sensors are definitely not good enough, and ours... well, let's just say ours aren't good enough either."

Everyone else's eyes widened. Benjing thought of the infrared seeker he had seen before. If such an array were combined and mounted on a satellite, the satellite could clearly see the missile's body! By observing the ascent phase, the entire trajectory of the missile could still be predicted!

Moreover, with the technological level of the East, it is absolutely possible to install advanced computers on satellites, combining detection, differentiation, and calculation. If the satellite has laser cannons, then it can fire directly!

Thinking of this, Benjing's heart began to pound. It wasn't enough, still not enough. We only contacted the research and development unit of the interceptor missile. In fact, those who work on other space-based weapons could also come as a group.

"Once the target trajectory is determined, the next issue is interception. Laser cannons and particle cannons are too futuristic. We will only discuss the most common missile interception. We believe that kinetic energy interception using direct collision is the simplest method."

"You're kidding! Kinetic collisions require such high precision that they're well beyond the reach of human technology!"

"Sir, I have to criticize you. Just because your Soviet Union couldn't do it doesn't mean others can't. Don't be a frog in a well, you know the idiom 'sitting in a well and looking at the sky,' right? If you don't... we won't talk about that today. Let's talk about kinetic collision instead. This requires technological breakthroughs in two areas: an attitude adjustment system and the ability to accurately capture targets..."

Polyachenko and Allemanz held their breath, afraid of missing a single word.

The Eastern system has been studied in great depth, and all its technologies are a generation ahead of the Soviet Union!
“Mr. Qin, your system is quite impressive. We hope to cooperate with you to jointly combat the United States’ Star Wars!” Polyachenko said excitedly.

Qin Liang gave him a complicated look, then shook his head: "I'm sorry, no. Let's start with the S-300 missile upgrade project for you first, and we can talk about the rest later."

"Why? Based on what you've said, it proves that Northwestern Polytechnical University is already conducting research on this. Now, if we join in and research together, we can make progress even faster. Wouldn't that be better?"

"Because... gentlemen, if I may be so blunt, these projects can all affect a country's strategic security. We are not good friends with the Soviet Union. We can cooperate on air defense weapons like the S-300, since it is defensive in nature. However, it is not suitable for confronting something like Star Wars."

"Yes, we're not really good friends yet, but we came here to deepen our friendship!"

"If you want to deepen our friendship, then grant all three of our requests!"

The Russians looked dejected; this was a sign that the talks were about to break down!

　PS: A-135 anti-missile system.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)