Chapter 251: Ma Wei's Generous Spending + Export Modified Missile Development
"Can the flight speed reach Mach 20?" Mavi asked with great interest. If you launch such a fast flight speed, then I believe that most anti-missile systems will probably not have time to intercept! It will enter Japan's airspace...
If you carry a nuclear warhead, this will definitely be able to tackle Japan with one nuclear strike. It is much more threatening than sending the Tu-95 and Tu-160 strategic bombers!
"Yes, Mr. Mavie, the essence of this missile should be called a hypersonic vehicle. It combines a suction cruise vehicle with a booster glider vehicle and uses a large rocket booster as a transport carrier. It has significant characteristics such as large speed maneuver, strong temperature and corrosion resistance, and high probability penetration..." Ukrainian scientists said many professional terms to Mavie.
Although I heard that a poor student did not fully understand it, I was not aware of it. Because this is similar to Russia's "pioneer missile" in his previous life. It is the world's leading medium-range missile technology.
Speaking of intermediary missiles, the "Intermediary Rail Contract" in this life only agreed to destroy ballistic missiles with a range of 1,000 kilometers to 5,500 kilometers. In the previous life, the "Intermediary Rail Contract" was even stricter. Even short-range missiles of 500 kilometers to 1,000 kilometers must be destroyed and cannot be developed.
After listening to the scientist's explanation of the terms, Ma Wei nodded pretending to understand, "Okay, how much money is needed for the development of these two missiles?"
When talking about science, Mavie may not be able to do it, but when it comes to vulgar money, he is very familiar with it. There is no way for someone to be so vulgar...
When Mawei asked about the funding, Ukrainian scientists looked at each other seriously, and then tried to say to Mawei, "About the funding issue, Mr. Mawei is like this, from the program research to missile test launch, and then through countless experimental launch and finalization steps. You see... the amount of 400 million US dollars, is your government willing to accept it?"
When the Ukrainian scientists asked questions, they were very nervous. After all, they asked their own government for project funds before, but the process was tortuous and fewer funds were all allocated. All of them were not money.
Now the development of two missiles costs 400 million US dollars. With such a huge amount, they are afraid that the Russian government will think it is too expensive, put aside the project, or find its own scientists to develop lower-cost missiles. That means they are nothing to do. They cannot engage in the scientific research career they like.
However, just when they were so nervous, Ma Wei, who was standing in front of him, shook his head, and then said to everyone, "400 million US dollars, a little less. Let's do this, I will allocate 600 million US dollars to you for project research and development."
As soon as Mavie finished speaking, he saw only the Ukrainian scientists and missile engineers standing around him, and were stunned!
"600 million US dollars in grants!? I heard it right?"
"What's the operation? Is there an extra $200 million?" Everyone was really shocked. They had only seen their superiors deducting project funds and reducing funding expenses. But they had never seen Ma Wei, who not only thought the project funds were too low, but also gave an extra $200 million!
This is $200 million... It's not 20 million, nor 2 million. It's just smashed without blinking... It's really awesome.
"Mr. Mavie, what you said just now is true?" After being surprised, Ukrainian scientists asked Mavie hesitantly.
After hearing this, Ma Wei laughed. He was not a fool who was stupid and had a lot of money. It was impossible to give more money for no reason. What if someone embezzled him?
"What I just said is true. But I want to add that this is the 600 million US dollars, not only the two missiles I just mentioned. I also want you to develop self-propelled rocket launchers with a range of 800 kilometers, plus precise guidance technology within a range of 100 kilometers..." Ma Wei spoke lightly and said to the scientists.
He had already found someone to calculate the 600 million US dollars before he came, which was almost enough to develop four ballistic missiles. Moreover, Mawei did not pay the funds alone. He finally had to take the bill and ask the Russian government to reimburse the money. It was a cooperative project.
After two export missiles are successfully developed, the international orders that will come with it will definitely not be missing.
I heard that Mavie was going to develop an export-oriented missile, and it was the kind that the United Nations and the United States could not stop. The Ukrainian scientists and engineers standing in front of him were all looking open and listening carefully to his narrative.
"As for short-range missiles, it has a range of 300 kilometers on the surface, but I require that after purchasing it, the customer can add fuel by himself and increase the range to about 750 kilometers. In this regard, it is necessary to simplify safety. It is best to attach a detailed operating instruction manual to prevent some countries without relevant technology from understanding..." Mawei said his idea in full.
At present, there is no shortage of technology in this era. What is lacking is the creativity that suits the times. For example, if Mavie’s two modified missiles are researched, they will definitely surprise people to the point of eye-opening! At least these Ukrainian scientists in front of them were amazed by Mavie’s ideas.
"Mr. Mavie! Your thinking direction is really good! The two modified missiles and rockets I just mentioned should not be very technically difficult. As long as we improve the foundation of the Thunder missile and the tornado rocket launcher, we should be able to develop modified missiles that meet your requirements!" Ukrainian scientist said confidently.
Through their brief contact with Mawei, they found that the reason why someone was successful was not because he was lucky or because he had a lot of money in his pocket. But the creativity in his mind that subverted traditions made people shine. This talent is very rare.
After all, even if scientists are knowledgeable, they are just talents in a certain link. To put it bluntly, they are high-level chess pieces, and those who truly influence the chess game are powerful people admired by thousands of people.
"Okay, the first batch of project funds will come to your institute tomorrow. I hope our Russian government can receive good news as soon as possible." Ma Wei said with a faint smile. After experiencing so many things, his personality has been tempered so hard that he is not surprised to deal with things. I am afraid he himself has never realized this.
"Thank you Mr. Mavie! Your support! Thank you for your government for giving us the opportunity!" Ukrainian scientists thanked us collectively. With funding, they can continue their research without worrying about being transferred from their jobs.
"Happy cooperation!" Ma Wei said, shook hands with everyone present, ending this secret visit.
Chapter completed!