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The mobilization meeting for Project 596 was held in a heavily guarded conference room deep underground. The attendees were few, but each one was a pillar of the Republic's science and technology industry. The atmosphere was solemn and dignified, even carrying a sense of tragic mission. Although young, Wang Huanbo earned the respect of his seniors present thanks to his achievements at the Hongxing Factory and the three-axis CNC machine tool, as well as the difficult problems he was required to solve at this meeting.

The meeting was chaired by a general who exuded authority despite his lack of anger. He cut to the chase without much pleasantries, speaking in a somber tone about the grim international situation and his determination that the "pride bomb" must succeed. Then, he looked at the top experts and industry leaders present and presented the seemingly impossible task:

"Our scientists are confident in the theoretical design! But... manufacturing is the key! Especially the high-precision machining of uranium core components, the uniform spraying of the gas diffusion film, and the miniature precision parts of the ignition device! The precision requirements for these components have reached the micrometer level! Or even higher! The existing equipment and technology are far behind! Comrades, we are trying to do embroidery with the precision of a pencil sharpener! What should we do?"

The room fell silent. Micrometer-level precision? In China at that time, it sounded like a fantasy. The existing old-fashioned machine tools could only guarantee a precision of 0.01 millimeters (micrometer-level) at best, which was already the limit for experienced craftsmen.

At this moment, a senior engineer in charge of machining turned his gaze to Wang Huanbo, asking with a last glimmer of hope, "Chief Engineer Wang, what is the highest precision that your Hongxing Factory's three-axis CNC machine tools can achieve? Could you... think of a way?"

All eyes were on Wang Huanbo. The pressure was immense.

Wang Huanbo took a deep breath and stood up. He didn't immediately answer with the accuracy data, but said, "General, esteemed seniors, accuracy is not just a matter of the machine tool itself. It's a systems engineering project, including the rigidity of the machine tool, the accuracy of the guide rails, the stability of the servo system, the wear resistance of the cutting tools, and even the constant temperature and humidity environment of the workshop."

He walked to the blackboard, picked up the chalk, and while drawing a diagram, clearly stated:

"First, equipment assurance. Our newly improved three-axis CNC machine tool at the Hongxing factory can achieve a repeatability accuracy of ±3 micrometers under ideal conditions. But this is not stable enough. I need time to customize two of them, using more advanced hydrostatic guideways and linear encoder feedback systems, with the goal of stabilizing the accuracy within ±1 micrometer! I will be in charge of tackling this part!"

"Secondly, cutting tools and fixtures. We need the Ministry of Metallurgy's cooperation to urgently develop ultra-fine particle cemented carbide and synthetic diamond cutting tools. We also need precision instrument factories to manufacture high-precision fixtures and measuring standards."

"Third, environment and process. The machining workshop must be established as a constant temperature (20±0.5 degrees Celsius), constant humidity (50%±5%), and dust-free environment. The machining process needs to be rewritten, and the cutting parameters, coolant formula, and tool path need to be optimized for different materials."

"Fourth, talent training. We will select the best level 8 fitters and milling machine operators from across the country, and I will personally lead them for intensive training! They not only need to know how to operate machine tools, but also understand the principles, be able to measure, and make adjustments! We are not training operators, but precision machining specialists!"

Each point was clear, concise, and to the point. It not only presented possibilities but also provided incredibly detailed and detailed implementation plans. The experts in the room watched with growing excitement! They hadn't expected this young man to be not only technically skilled but also possess such profound systemic thinking about large-scale precision manufacturing!

"Comrade Wang Huanbo, what do you need? We'll provide you with manpower and supplies! We'll prioritize your needs with the nation's resources!" The general slammed his hand on the table and said decisively.

"Thank you for your trust, sir!" Wang Huanbo stood at attention. "I need a new factory building that is absolutely confidential and meets the aforementioned environmental requirements, to be expanded within the Hongxing factory area. A list of the relevant ministries' full cooperation is required, which I will submit after the meeting. Most importantly… time! We need to race against time!"

Following the meeting, a top-secret project codenamed "Jingwei" was launched. Wang Huanbo became the chief technical officer of the "Precision Machining and Special Components Manufacturing" subsystem, the most crucial link in the massive "Project 596" system.

In the days that followed, Wang Huanbo entered an unprecedentedly busy period. He ate and slept at the factory, practically splitting his time in half.

During the day, he immersed himself in the newly renovated ultra-precision workshop, working alongside top-notch technicians to meticulously fine-tune the two "precious" CNC machine tools. Leveraging the microscopic vision of his Iron-Blooded Mask and the precise perception of his Ultraman powers, he personally adjusted the flatness of the guide rails, the clearance of the lead screw, and the dynamic balance of the spindle, achieving unbelievable precision under current technological conditions. The new machining code he wrote incorporated concepts from future CNC technologies, greatly improving machining stability and efficiency.

In the evenings, he would listen to Chen Siyuan's reports on the progress of transistors and computers in the electronics research lab, and solve the problems encountered. He also had to review the suspension system improvement reports sent by the automobile factory. Occasionally, he would also remotely monitor the establishment of the "105th Institute of Biology" as a "technical advisor".

He mastered the internal martial arts techniques taught by Wong Fei-hung to the extreme in order to maintain his energy. In just one month, he lost a lot of weight, but his eyes became even sharper. The refined, calm, and seemingly all-encompassing aura of technical authority he exuded inspired respect and trust in everyone who worked with him.

The first batch of core component blanks requiring processing arrived at the Hongxing Factory under tight security. Wang Huanbo personally operated the machine, using Pangu AI to calculate the optimal parameters. His hands, controlling the joystick, were as steady as a rock, and his eyes as focused as a hawk's. When the first completed key component was measured in the metrology room using the highest-precision optical comparator, the data came back—the dimensional and geometric tolerances completely met or even exceeded the highest requirements of the design drawings!

The news sent shockwaves through the entire "Project 596" command center! One of the biggest manufacturing bottlenecks had been overcome! Wang Huanbo and his team, with their wisdom and hard work, had forged the most solid "industrial foundation" for the mushroom cloud that was about to bloom on the Gobi Desert!

Wang Huanbo knew this was just the beginning. More complex components and more demanding challenges lay ahead. But he was full of confidence, because the "Red Star" giant ship he was steering was carrying technological sparks drawn from various dimensions, speeding towards the stars and the sea of ​​a powerful nation!