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【163】Oil drilling, drilling down!

City 10, Palm Springs.

The various ministries from the "Baja Peninsula Sur" have been integrated into the equilibrium. They have to draw lots, give names, register with households, form a team, and then distribute them to various town halls.

Taught by the old balanced man.

Teach them balanced doctrines, participate in work, and gain contribution points. Children need to attend school every day to practice the rules.

From frugality to luxury, they adapted quickly.

Eat three meals a day, morning and evening in several canteens in the city.

Lunch meals are distributed according to job categories. For example, those who work outside can cook the ingredients on site.

Ingredients are not limited, subject to satiety.

The newcomers were soon shocked to discover that there were salt shakers placed on the tables in the cafeteria.

People with heavy tongues can add more at will, and there is no limit.

The newly arrived indigenous people did not dare to act rashly at first, but after seeing the old Hexiong people adding more at will, they began to follow suit.

But soon, their movements were blocked and their salt shakers were taken away.

"Stop adding it!"

"Ah? Can't you take it as you please?"

"It's not that I don't give you food, it's that you add too much, which will kill people! When we first reached equilibrium, there were people like you who went crazy because of the grace given by our Lord and died from eating salt..."

"My Lord has said that there are often people in the world who are extremely happy, and things that make people sad happen."

Lao Hexiang people give guidance patiently and do not discriminate.

Because from the new people, they can see their past selves.

Before balance is reached, who can imagine such a happy kingdom in this world?

The current work task of No. 10 Ayutthaya is still the infrastructure construction of the Ayutthaya.

As the latest new city to be established, people are committed to expanding the desert oasis.

This place assumes the responsibility of the future transportation hub.

Therefore, Zhou Li'an also attaches great importance to it.

Transforming deserts into oasis is also a difficult problem in modern times. The development of Palm Springs in later generations relied on its own underground thermal mineral springs.

Before the colonists arrived, there were indigenous people living here.

Subsequently, farmers purchased land for development, gradually expanded into plantations, and prospered due to the construction of railways.

During World War II, this place served as a spa for military officers.

The water system it relies on is actually the fresh water of the Owens Valley.

Before the construction of the "California Waterway" and the "Hoover Dam", the entire arid land of southern California relied on fresh water pipeline transportation in the Owens Valley.

This also resulted in the complete destruction of freshwater resources in the Owens Valley, leaving a huge saline-alkali land.

The depletion of fresh water in Owens led to the north-south water diversion of California waterways and later water conservancy projects from Hoover Dam.

Today, the Owens Valley is a horse breeding and agricultural center.

Several large cities in the southern region were not built with full reference to the geographical location of later generations, directly avoiding the problem of water shortage.

Of course, this is also because industry has not yet developed significantly, and only domestic water has not posed a problem.

However, if you want to expand the oasis, you still have to find another way.

Zhou Li'an and Snow Girl arrive.

Hohokam craftsmen and law monks gathered together, unfolded the map, and pointed to the southeast——

"My lord is above."

"After measurement and calculation, we plan to build a 40-kilometer water diversion channel from this large lake to irrigate agriculture."

Zhou Li'an knew what they were pointing at.

Later it was called the Valley of the Kings.

The origin of its name is that the explorers who came here felt that the environment of the desert and huge rocky cliffs was very similar to the Valley of the Kings in ancient Egypt, so it got its name.

There is a large swamp in the Valley of the Kings, the Salton Sea.

Later, it was a saltwater lake, but at the beginning of the 15th century, the salinity was not high. The water source was continuously replenished by floods in the Colorado River system next door, forming a huge lake.

It is rich in fish and is also a paradise for birds and animals.

Likewise, this is the fishing ground of the Miwok people in southern California.

The Spanish, who were the first to discover Palm Springs, used the water here for irrigation, which laid the foundation for the development of Palm Springs in later generations.

However, with the development of two to three hundred years, the water body has continued to evaporate, the salinity has increased, and it is no longer of use value.

It has even become a polluted place caused by illegal industrial discharges. The water body has a fishy smell and has truly become a dead sea.

But now...

Of course, coming early has its advantages.

A huge lake can be used, and the No. 10 city with tens of thousands of people can be used to build waterways and complete the water diversion project.

In the future, we only need to improve the management of the Colorado water system and introduce living water to break the "Dead Sea" curse.

It can be said that this is the earliest environmental protection governance, using human power to promote a sustainable development path.

With this thought in mind, Zhou Li'an approved the project.

"This move is for the benefit of No. 10 City, and it is also an experience for you and other law monks and craftsmen. When building an agricultural city in the east in the future, your mastery of water conservancy skills can be a help, and you will contribute to the balance and glory."

Obviously, this is another talent training.

The combination of the Hohokam people's water conservancy skills and scientific laws will surely create a different spark.

Later.

A master and a servant went to the Salton Sea to check it out.

In the big lake, fishermen in Big City No. 10 are fishing. The clear water is in sharp contrast to the turbid and fishy smell seen in later generations.

Equilibrium has arrived, and historical development has turned in another direction.

But this is obviously a good thing.

Evenly occupying the land of America, there are countless available resources. Why should we seize the resources in one area and cause ecological collapse?

Today, Palm Springs is a vacation destination for the wealthy, and everyone admires its beauty.

Little did they know that behind the glamorous appearance, 40 kilometers away was a giant smelly ditch filled with dead fish and rotten shrimps, which was horrifying and ironic.

"Let this be beautiful."

Leaving Palm Springs.

Time acceleration should still be enabled.

However, the oil research team in the San Joaquin Valley brought another surprise to Zhou Li'an.

After three months, the petroleum machinery assembly was completed.

The original wilderness valley has formed a huge integrated oil refining well area, with various distillation devices, pipelines, and tanks forming a mechanical jungle.

After dusk, this place has almost become a check-in point for the people of City No. 5. People continue to come to pay homage to the Balanced Sacred Artifact given by our Lord, and even worship it.

"Are you familiar with the equipment and processes?"

The petroleum research team headed by Zhou Aijun nodded vigorously. They must have been uneasy in their hearts, but they were also eager to try with infinite longing.

Sooner or later, you will have to take the step of practice. You will never gain anything by just simulating and talking on paper.

"My lord above, praise you, praise balance!"

"We are ready to start drilling operations at any time."

Zhou Li'an said: "Tomorrow, Snow Girl and I will witness with you together!"

The next day, early morning.

Each team in the well area took their positions, followed by a shout, "Start up!"

Rumble.

The diesel engine that had been injected with diesel fuel that Zhou Li'an had put into his world began to roar.

The huge noise cheered everyone up, and the high level of mental tension urged them to use the muscle memory from long-term simulations to start operating various equipment.

The entire drilling platform is powered by machinery, and the entire set of facilities is assembled by modern engineers.

“Report the pressure!”

"The pressure value meets the standard!"

"...Can I drill down?"

In the headquarters, countless people looked at our Lord True God.

Zhou Li'an's emotions were also aroused by the tense atmosphere...

In front of the horizon.

The system panel has been opened.

The attention is divided into two parts, one part is on the "True Body Dharma", which can be immune to damage after being turned on.

The other part is time and space travel.

If there is any explosion accident, immediately take the snow girl and run away.

He took a deep breath silently in his heart, and remained calm on the surface, with a faint look in his eyes, "Let's get started!"

Zhou Aijun immediately issued an order: "Drill down!"

The tower drill starts and continues to extend to touch the ground.

The hard gravel ground was penetrated as easily as paper, and mud quickly began to gush out from the drainage hole of the hollow drill pipe.

"Depth of reporting..."

"Take the drill and add an extension drill pipe!"

The operators constantly observed and reported the mechanical data, and everyone was extremely nervous.

Until an hour later.

When everything is running smoothly, people gradually feel at ease, truly let go of their tension and get into work.

At this time, even the snow girl did not dare to disturb her.

She read the information of the petroleum research team and the plans they compiled, and gained a corresponding understanding of oil drilling.

"Master, we are going to drill down to a depth of 100 meters today. As a preliminary attempt, the entire working period will take one day!"

"According to your guidance, the oil depth is 900 meters, and it will take at least 9 days to see results."

The depth of oil storage is generally below 1,500 meters.

However, the first drilling location selected by Zhou Li'an had extremely shallow storage depth.

Later, around the 18th century, earthquakes here caused the geological strata to squeeze, causing underground oil to spill out.

Because only Indians lived in the area, the news never leaked out.

It was not until the western oil industry was developed and the value of oil was widely spread that Indians sold information to the oil exploration team and attracted them, which led to the rise of oil exploration in the San Joaquin Valley.

With existing equipment, the drilling depth can actually reach about 250 meters in one day.

However, in order to slow down the speed during the insurance period, it is necessary to spend more time to supplement the research team's legal knowledge from drilling practice, and to continuously collect experimental records.

It seems that their operations are becoming more proficient and steady.

Zhou Li'an is no longer worried.

Taking advantage of a pause in an "increased pipe operation", I told Zhou Aijun and others: "There is no need to be impatient for this first exploration operation, the focus is on accumulating experience!"

"Tengo will often look at me these days and look forward to good news!"

Everyone immediately knelt down to worship and praise, and respectfully sent our Lord and the witch off.

If the reserves and depth data provided in the present world are correct, output can be seen in 9 days at the earliest and 15 days at the latest.

Zhou Li'an can still afford to wait at this time.

Return to the main city.

Zhou Li'an told Xue Nu: "Before the oil is produced, you will teach Zhou Ruonan and Zhou Jijun a lot, teach them the secrets of their laws, and issue decrees to each city to start smoothing the roads..."

"Cities in the south can suspend their operations."

"But starting from No. 5 City, the route to No. 6 City must be as smooth and widened as possible!"

The No. 5 city is Fresno, which is also separated from Stockton, Sacramento, and the main city of Balance. Finally, you can reach the No. 6 city by heading northeast.

Oil production must of course be supplied to mining areas.

The mechanical equipment put in earlier required diesel power.

Then we have to consider transportation issues.

Oil tanks are provided in real time, and equipped with carriages, they can complete the transportation task.

Although cities are now connected to each other, there is not much human intervention, and most of them are roads formed naturally when horses and carriages travel.

Now for transportation operations, the quality of roads needs to be improved.

Only with a rudimentary road network can we consider upgrading the road surface and paving it with petroleum-produced asphalt.

Now that there are real roads, motor vehicles are not far away.

One hair move affects the whole body.

Oil production involves all aspects of development.

The snow girl listened to the will and first solemnly stated that she would guide each city to complete its mission.

Then, she changed the subject and acted like a little daughter, "Master, do you want to leave alone?"

Seeing her helpless look, Zhou Li'an turned around and smiled: "It's only a few days, and time will change. I need to consolidate it with the power of the Great Law, otherwise it will involve endless time and space. If I have time, I will come to pick you up!"

Only then did Xue Nu laugh. She massaged and relaxed Zhou Li'an's legs, "If Master needs to rest, Xue Nu will of course serve him. Xue Nu can no longer do without your favor."

Soon after.

Whoosh.

Zhou Li'an returns to the present world.

Depart from Cayero Island and return to mainland.

When the big boss arrived, several tool workers came to greet him. What Zhou Li'an didn't expect was...

Patricia is there too.

He walked forward first, took Zhou Li'an's arm, and said to his father: "Dad, we are together."

There is no such thing as human sophistication in Patricia, she simply tells her father a result.

Luke Jonah had known that this day would come, so he didn't feel uncomfortable at first, and he also felt that this might be the best destination for his daughter.

after all……

He gave too much.

But in front of David Liang, Barbara and others...

His daughter frankly confused him.

Zhou Li'an had nothing to be embarrassed about, but due to the current education and culture, he still added, "Luke, you know, I will take good care of Patricia."

David Liang immediately smoothed things over and patted his partner on the shoulder, "Man, I wish you the best!"

"Of course, boss, Patricia, I want to bless you even more."

Luke Jonah finally smiled, "I'm happy from the bottom of my heart. Patricia has become a lot more cheerful because of you. Thank you, Zhou!"

"Haha, I'll contact the hotel and ask them to arrange a table." David Liang joked and took out the phone to make arrangements immediately.

As for the so-called ceremony, wedding...

No one will spoil the fun.

That engagement contract or form is far less straightforward than the way Zhou Li'an left the Balance Group to them now.

Interest is the strongest chain.

After getting in the car and going to the hotel, no one would disturb the gentleness of the boss and the little landlady.

The newly purchased luxury car purchased by the group has a raised soundproof baffle in the middle.

Zhou Li'an asked: "Why are you here?"

Patricia Rourou fell into the arms of her beloved, and then said: "I'm here to deliver goods, and I want to meet my father by the way. You happened to be here, so I followed my father and the others here..."

"Master, I miss you so much!"

Thousands of styles different from those of the snow girl are overflowing.

When they arrived, both of their faces were slightly red.

After the showdown at the airport, Jonah completely accepted it and simply talked about the group's affairs with David Liang, pretending that he had discovered nothing.

At the dinner party, cups are exchanged.

Zhou Li'an proposed several more arrangements.

One is the customization of natural gas compressors. Our subsidiary Petroleum Machinery Company has corresponding equipment. After all, it is one of the petrochemical products.

Although normal pressure natural gas can be contained in rubber packaging, the risk is extremely high.

Compressors are not expensive, so there is no need to put precious law monks at risk.

Then there are storage tanks for various fuel and natural gas.

also.

"I want to order a propeller aircraft. The first consideration is take-off and landing maneuverability. Secondly, it requires high cruising range. The seat interior can be removed. Finally, the aircraft body needs to be reinforced and modified!"

"When you have the relevant model information, send it to my email..."

"Finally, the group started to acquire an engine manufacturing company, which can be an OEM company. It doesn't matter whether it has a patent or not."

Wow, people at the table turned to look, shocked by the big boss's leap of thinking.

Zhou Li'an said calmly: "I'll take the order!"

In the early stage, you can do self-production and invest resources. As for the future...

Production technology can be handed over directly to Equilibrium.

patent?

Doesn't exist!

I still have to pay royalties for the early stage of production, but I will no longer be in this time and space later on. If you have the ability, you can travel through time and ask for royalties!


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