To what extent is the development of this new intelligent combat drone currently progressing? Li Weiguo couldn't help but ask.
As the leader of the Air Research Institute, he naturally knows what kind of impact this new intelligent combat drone will have on the Air Force and future air combat once it is developed.
Therefore, I was naturally very concerned about the development progress of this new intelligent combat drone, and naturally asked about it immediately.
Upon hearing Li Weiguo's inquiry, Wu Hao smiled and replied: "At present, the relevant technical demonstration work has been completed, and the overall design work has been basically completed. Now we are turning to the development of prototypes and overcoming key core issues."
Li Weiguo nodded upon hearing this. After all, it had not been long since he heard the news. Unexpectedly, in such a short period of time, Wu Hao and the others had completed the technical demonstration work and overall design work. This progress was already very rapid.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but become concerned: "Are there any difficulties during the development process? Do you need our help to solve them?"
Just waiting for your words, Wu Hao smiled and said: "There are many difficulties, one after another. Even if you don't tell me, I plan to ask you for help in person in a while."
Haha, let me tell you, you talked so happily this time, so you are waiting for me in this regard. Li Weiguo laughed and cursed, and then said angrily to him: "Say it, I will listen first."
Okay, Wu Hao nodded immediately, sorted out his thoughts for a while, and then said: "First of all, of course, it is the core engine of this new intelligent combat drone. We need the most advanced turbofan engine on the latest fourth-generation aircraft.
That type."
this……
Hearing Wu Hao's loud words, Li Weiguo couldn't help but get a headache. You must know that the production of this latest domestically produced turbofan engine is limited, and it is currently concentrated on the latest modified and upgraded fourth-generation aircraft.
There is no redundancy at all, not to mention that there are still many original fourth-generation aircraft that are due for engine upgrades in the mid-term, so Wu Hao asked for this engine at this time, which made Li Weiguo feel embarrassed.
"Is it necessary?" Li Weiguo raised his head and confirmed at Wu Hao.
Wu Hao smiled and nodded: "You also know that the key to an aircraft is the engine. Without an excellent engine, the performance of this new intelligent combat drone will be greatly reduced.
The most critical thing is that it cannot compete with the current fourth-generation aircraft. We cannot let our fourth-generation fighters just take care of these drones. This will not only prevent the release of fighter jets, but also greatly restrict the fourth-generation fighters.
The combat capabilities of the aircraft have turned the loyal wingmen, who were originally combat power multipliers, into a liability for manned fighters."
Hearing Wu Hao's words, Li Weiguo nodded, thought for a moment, then looked up at Wu Hao and said: "I will think of a way to get you a few.
But if you can't get it, then you can only start with the old model engine. After all, this is a prototype, so it won't have much impact. Only you can really develop this new type of intelligent combat drone.
, then the military will pay attention to it, and it will be much smoother and more convenient for you to apply for relevant resources."
I understand. Wu Hao nodded slightly. He also knew that it is very difficult to obtain such scarce resources, and it also involves many problems. Especially this latest generation of engines is the focus of attention from all parties.
Therefore, confidentiality is very strict and it is difficult to obtain it.
On this question, Wu Hao got the expected answer, and then he did not dwell on it, and then said to Li Weiguo: "In addition, we hope to obtain the right to use our 10,000-ton hydraulic press to help us suppress some key forging
Components. There is also a metal 3D printer, which we also need to use to print some key components."
Speaking of this, Wu Hao complained to Li Weiguo: "You also know that if you want a fighter jet to achieve supersonic cruise, it has very high requirements for the strength of its fuselage. Otherwise, the strength of the aircraft may not be able to withstand high speeds.
Flying, thus disintegrating directly in the air.
So we need them for press forging and 3D metal printing for some critical construction."
Okay, I'll figure it out, it's not a big problem. Li Weiguo didn't hesitate this time and agreed immediately.
Seeing Li Weiguo's easy response, Wu Hao smiled and continued: "There is also the airframe radar. You know, this is not our specialty, so we need your help."
"Radar, right? If you have anything else to say, don't be so hesitant." Li Weiguo said angrily at him.
"Uh, okay." Wu Hao was stunned for a moment and then said: "There is also the aspect of fuselage materials. We are indeed relatively small in this area, so many fuselage materials also need your support and help.
.
In addition, there are integrated avionics systems, flight control systems, etc. This time, we are going to build not just a drone, but a fighter jet. Except that it has no cockpit, everything else is the same as the fourth-generation
There is no difference between the machines, so it’s very difficult for us.”
Seeing what Wu Hao said, Li Weiguo thought for a while and then said: "Let's do this. Regarding this new intelligent combat drone, you can get us a complete and detailed material. I will take it back to a meeting to discuss and then report it.
I believe that such an advanced and loyal wingman will definitely gain the interest of the military. With their support, these things will no longer matter.
And this is also a good thing for you. If it is really favored by the military, it can also reduce the development risks in this area for you, and you can also extract financial support, which can greatly reduce your development costs.
pressure.
Of course, this also means that you will have to compete with the loyal wingman projects of several other research institutes. Only the winners can obtain these resources, and the losers will have to fend for themselves.
I believe that you will definitely have no technical problems, but you should not underestimate several research institutes and research institutes. Their strength in this area is also very strong.
I may not be as good as you in terms of software, but in terms of hardware, especially in the field of hard technology, I am far superior to you, and this is the foundation."
"no problem."
Wu Hao responded with a smile: "The thing we are not afraid of the most is competition. As long as the competition is fair and just, we will not be inferior to anyone. We are just afraid that someone will do something crooked, and then we really have nothing to do."
After hearing this, Li Weiguo immediately assured Wu Hao: "Don't worry, no one dares to make small moves on these big issues of right and wrong, otherwise they will just wait for their heads to fall. Of course, you said that some people are so sophisticated.
Yes, where is his background? If you have influence, there will definitely be some influence. You may say it has a big influence or not, but it is just like that. It will not affect the results at all. This is the principle."
