69novels Chapter 350 Preparing for Launch
Chapter 350 Preparing for Launch
Another younger general disagreed. "Don't forget," he said slowly, "Yan Country has successfully developed an atomic bomb. If they really master intercontinental cruise missile technology, it will be a terrible combination."
This statement caused the entire room to fall silent. Everyone was thinking about the consequences of this possibility.
If Yan Country really possesses this ability, then the world pattern will undergo earth-shaking changes.
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At the same time, in a secret base in Yan Country, Li Yang was leading his team to make final preparations.
The atmosphere in the base was tense and exciting. Everyone knew that they were participating in a major project that could change the world.
Li Yang stood in a huge assembly workshop, his eyes fixed on the huge object in front of him. This was the intercontinental cruise missile they had spent so much effort to develop, code-named "Changfeng".
The "Changfeng" missile has a streamlined shape, is silver-gray in color, and has a surface so smooth that there are almost no seams.
It is nearly 20 meters long, but its relatively slender shape makes it look more like a small aircraft than a traditional missile.
Li Yang slowly approached and gently stroked the smooth surface of the missile with his palm.
There was a gleam of pride and anticipation in his eyes, and a smile unconsciously appeared on the corner of his mouth.
"What a beauty," Li Yang whispered, as if talking to himself, "You will soon show your strength to the world."
Just then, Zhang Guoqiang hurried over. "Engineer Li," he said excitedly, "everything is ready, we can start the final inspection at any time."
Li Yang nodded and took a deep breath. "Okay, let's get started. We have to make sure every detail is perfect."
In the next few hours, Li Yang and his team conducted a comprehensive and detailed inspection of the Changfeng missile.
From engines to guidance systems, from fuel to electronics, every component has been repeatedly tested and calibrated.
During the inspection, Li Yang paid special attention to several key components he designed.
First of all, the micro-turbofan engine is the core of the "Changfeng" missile's ability to achieve long-range flight. Li Yang personally checked every part of the engine to ensure that they were in the best condition.
"This engine is our lifeblood," Li Yang told the engineers around him. "It must be able to work stably at different altitudes and speeds. Any small problem could lead to the failure of the entire mission."
Next, Li Yang came to the guidance system of the missile.
A variety of advanced technologies designed by him are integrated here, including inertial navigation, terrain matching and interstellar navigation, etc. Li Yang carefully checked every sensor and processor to ensure that they can work together perfectly.
"Remember," Li Yang told the engineer in charge of the guidance system, "our missile must be able to fly accurately in complex terrain and electromagnetic environments. This is the key to our victory over our adversaries."
Finally, Li Yang came to the part he was most proud of - the electronic countermeasure system. This system is the key to the Changfeng missile breaking through the enemy's air defense network. Li Yang personally checked every circuit board to ensure that they were working properly.
"This is our trump card," Li Yang said with a mysterious smile, "With it, even the most advanced air defense system will find it difficult to intercept our missiles."
When all the inspections were completed, Li Yang stood in front of the "Changfeng" missile and looked around at his team. Everyone's face was full of tension and expectation.
"Comrades," Li Yang's voice was firm and passionate, "We are about to show the world the strength of Yan Country. This is not just a test launch, but also a moment for us to declare to the world. Let us use practical actions to tell everyone that Yan Country has stood at the forefront of world science and technology!"
As Li Yang finished speaking, the entire workshop erupted in warm applause and cheers. Everyone felt extremely proud because they knew that they were participating in a major event that could change the world.
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While Yan State was making final preparations in full swing, the reaction of the international community became increasingly intense.
In Huacheng, the US Secretary of State Dean Rusk was speaking to reporters with a serious expression and obvious dissatisfaction and threats in his tone.
"We solemnly warn the Yan government," Rusk's voice echoed at the press conference, "Any actions that undermine regional stability will face serious consequences. The United States and our allies will take all necessary measures to maintain peace."
Reporters rushed to ask questions, flashes of light went off and on, and the whole scene was filled with a tense and uneasy atmosphere.
At the same time, in Moscow, the spokesperson of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs also held a press conference. His attitude was more aggressive than that of the Americans.
"We demand that the Yan government immediately stop this dangerous military adventure," the spokesman said sharply. "We will never sit idly by and watch any country threaten our interests."
These tough statements have caused a huge response in the international community. Many countries, especially those bordering Yan, have expressed deep concerns.
However, there are also some voices expressing doubts about Yan Guo's statement.
Defense Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone expressed his views at an internal meeting.
"Personally, I think," Nakasone said slowly, "Yan Country may be bluffing. Developing an intercontinental cruise missile requires solving countless technical problems, and even the United States and Russia took years to do so. Yan Country cannot achieve a breakthrough in such a short time."
Everyone else in the conference room nodded in agreement, but everyone's eyes flickered with uneasiness, because they all knew that if Nakasone's judgment was wrong, then the foot basin would face a huge safety threat.
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While the whole world was speculating and worrying, all preparations were ready at the secret launch base in Yan Country.
The launch site is located in a remote mountainous area surrounded by dense forests.
The morning mist has not yet dissipated, casting a mysterious veil over the entire venue.
Li Yang stood in front of the big screen in the command center, scanning everything in front of him with a firm gaze.
Various complex data and charts are displayed on the screen, and each number represents countless days and nights of hard work.
"The countdown begins," Li Yang's voice echoed in the command center, "Everyone, take your positions."
Following his order, the entire launch site instantly entered a state of high alert.
The engineers stared at their monitoring screens nervously, and the technicians were busy at various posts to ensure that every link was foolproof.
Li Yang took a deep breath and his eyes fell on the real-time picture of the launch silo.
There, the "Changfeng" missile was quietly waiting for its historic moment.
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As Li Yang's orders were issued, the entire launch site fell into a tense and excited atmosphere. The engineers stared at the monitoring screen, fearing that they would miss any details. The technicians were busy at their respective posts, ensuring that every link was accurate and correct.
There was an indescribable sense of tension in the air, as if even breathing had become cautious.
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The other end - the Huacheng Special District in the beautiful country.
The atmosphere in the White House Situation Room was equally tense.
The President of the United States sat at the head seat at the long table, his face full of seriousness and worry.
Sitting around him were his senior military advisers and intelligence officers, and everyone had an extremely solemn expression.
"Gentlemen," the voice broke the silence in the room, "we have received confirmation that Yan Guo is indeed going to test-fire their so-called 'intercontinental cruise missile' on an uninhabited island in the Pacific Ocean. This is both a threat and an opportunity for us."
Defense Secretary McNamara nodded and took over the topic: "That's right, Mr. President. We have deployed our latest missile interceptor system in that area. This is a great opportunity to test our technology and teach Yan Country a lesson at the same time."
"Be specific, Robert," he gestured. "We all want to hear your plans."
McNamara stood up and walked to the large map on the wall. He pointed to a small dot in the Pacific Ocean and said, "This is the launch site announced by Yan Country. We have deployed several destroyers equipped with the 'Talos' air defense missile system in the surrounding waters."
He drew a circle on the map with his finger. "At the same time, we have also deployed Nike Hercules air defense missile systems in Guam and Hawaii. The two systems combined form an impenetrable defense network."
Listening, a glimmer of approval flashed in his eyes, "It seems that we are fully prepared."
"Yes, Mr. President," McNamara said confidently, "Our Talos system is the most advanced ship-based air defense system in the world. It can not only intercept high-altitude targets, but also deal with low-flying cruise missiles. The Nike-Hercules system is our trump card for land-based air defense. Its interception altitude can reach 30 feet, which is enough to deal with any possible threat."
When the other people in the room heard this, they all showed expressions of approval.
They are extremely proud of the United States' leading position in missile defense technology.
"But," a question suddenly came up, "what if Yan Guo's missiles really have advanced electronic countermeasure capabilities as they say?"
McNamara smiled, with a hint of disdain on his face, "Mr. Great Leader, please trust our technology. Yan Country is still in the early stages of technological development. They can't catch up with our decades of accumulation in a short period of time. Even if they really have some so-called 'electronic countermeasures' capabilities, they can't break through our defense network."
He nodded, as if he was convinced. He looked around and his eyes fell on Richard Helms, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. "Richard, are there any new findings in intelligence?"
Helms cleared his throat. "According to our intelligence, Yan Country has indeed increased its investment in a secret project in the past few months. However, our analysis shows that it is unlikely that they will make a breakthrough in such a short period of time. This is most likely just a bluffing show."
After listening, a smile appeared on his face, "Well, let's wait and see. If we can successfully intercept their missiles, it will be a great opportunity to show the world the strength of the United States, and also give a warning to those restless countries."
There was a sound of approval in the room. The leaders of the United States were full of anticipation for the upcoming "performance". They firmly believed that with the United States' strong scientific and technological strength and military advantages, any challenge would be easily resolved.
While the leaders of the United States were confidently deploying their defense systems, the atmosphere at the Yan State launch base far across the Pacific Ocean became increasingly tense.
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Li Yang stood in front of the big screen in the command center, his eyes firm and calm. Although he looked calm on the outside, his heart was surging violently. As a time traveler, he knew the importance of this test launch. This was not just a simple missile launch, but also an important moment for Yan Country to declare its strength to the world.
"Report the latest weather data," a young meteorologist walked up to Li Yang and handed him a report respectfully.
Li Yang took the report and read it carefully. He knew that in this era, the accuracy of weather forecasts was far less than that in the future. But even so, they had to grasp all the factors that might affect the launch as much as possible.
"The wind speed and direction are both within acceptable ranges," Li Yang said softly, "it seems like God is helping us."
Zhang Guoqiang came over, his face full of nervousness and anticipation, "Engineer Li, everything is ready. We can start the launch procedure at any time."
Li Yang took a deep breath and scanned every corner of the command center again. He could feel the tension and anticipation in everyone's eyes. These people, from the youngest technicians to the experienced engineers, had put in countless efforts for this moment.