Spark

(There will be another chapter later, the body is getting better soon)

"The US plans to deploy new energetic materials, will the future energy pattern change drastically?"

"What is a total nitrogen anion salt? What will its appearance bring?"

"More pragmatic! Compared with metal hydrogen, the full nitrogen anion salt may achieve results faster."

"Too big a step? To lay out metal hydrogen, is it a strategic plan, or is it a great success?"

After the press conference on the total nitrogen anion salt was held, the global media quickly followed up, and Huaxia's ongoing metal hydrogen project was also pushed to the forefront.

Whether objective or not, everyone's views on the metal hydrogen project are surprisingly consistent, that is:

At this stage, it seems that it is indeed a bit ahead of time to engage in metal hydrogen.

Of course, it’s not that there are no people who stand for the metal hydrogen project. On the forum, discussions on this topic have steadily occupied the highest heat.

"So in the field of energetic materials, we have decided to take the metal hydrogen route? I always feel that this thing is not very useful, and the synthesis is difficult, and its practicality is far inferior to that of the total nitrogen anion salt."

"Are you talking nonsense? You are right to say that the synthesis is difficult, but it is pure nonsense to say that it is not very useful."

"Let's not mention how much room-temperature superconductivity can bring about the improvement of power transmission technology, and how many steps humans can take in the energy field. Even if it is just used as fuel and explosives, the efficiency of metal hydrogen is extremely amazing."

"If there is a way to synthesize metal hydrogen on a large scale, first of all, in terms of weapons, fourth-generation nuclear weapons will completely change the deterrence pattern of the world and lay the foundation for order changes."

"Secondly, as a fuel, metal hydrogen fuel can realize a single-stage rocket into orbit without pressure, and the aerospace industry will have a major development, and mankind may directly enter a new space age."

"In general, the prospect of metal hydrogen is extremely broad, the only problem is that it is too difficult to realize."

"Essentially, this technology is similar to nuclear fusion technology."

After this long comment was issued, the focus of discussion has gradually shifted from the advantages and disadvantages of the two technologies to the difficulty of implementing the two technologies.

"Although metal hydrogen is difficult to realize, it is not so easy to realize the full nitrogen anion salt?"

"I remember that Nanjing Institute of Technology has been doing research in this field all the time. They used to specialize in explosives. It has been 10 years since the project was established, and they have not made any progress. Lao Mei just wanted to do it? Are you kidding?" Woolen cloth?"

"Indeed, the five-membered nitrogen ring is extremely unstable, and even a very weak oxidant can cause its decomposition. At present, all institutions at home and abroad cannot cut the C-N bond and maintain the integrity of the five-membered nitrogen ring. In this case Next, it’s a bit of a dream to talk about the manufacture of total nitrogen anion salt.”

"Didn't Lao Mei synthesize a total nitrogen cation salt before? I remember it was in 1998. What's the difference between the two?"

"The N5ˉ ion in the total nitrogen anion salt has a ring structure, and the electrons on the five nitrogen atoms are delocalized and conjugated to make the N5ˉ ion ring have a certain aromaticity. The total nitrogen cation N5+ synthesized in the United States before is chain-like and stable. Far inferior to the total nitrogen anion salt."

"Also, hydrofluoric acid is used in the synthesis of all-nitrogen cation salts. You should know how dangerous this stuff is without me telling you."

"But even so, in general, the total nitrogen anion salt is still easier than metal hydrogen?"

"In any case, what Lao Mei said is correct. It is very likely that after we produce metallic hydrogen, the world will already be dominated by nitrogen anion salts."

"Scaremongering, right? New things will always eliminate old things, and metal hydrogen will also eliminate total nitrogen anion salts."

"Technology will be eliminated, but the order is difficult to break. It's useless to talk about it, just read the official announcement."

"I wish we could go both ways, but cost is a big problem."

Chengdu, in the office.

Looking at the discussion on the Internet, Chen Guo said with some emotion:

"Now the level of netizens is getting higher and higher, but as far as their analysis of the two technical routes is concerned, they are not far behind professional scholars of energetic materials."

"Did the effect of our previous science popularization project start to show? Or did they already understand it?"

"It's all - the main reason is the development of Internet technology, and the exchange of information has become easier."

Chen Nian replied with a smile, and then continued:

"However, there are limits to what the average person can think of these two technologies."

"They only see the effect of the results, but they don't see the side effect of the research and development process."

"If you simply consider the income expectation under the combination of 'probability of R\u0026D success' and 'influence of finished product', it is indeed possible that the total nitrogen anion salt is higher than metal hydrogen."

"But the problem is that the technical improvement in the field of high-pressure physics and the incidental results of high-strength materials involved in the development of metal hydrogen are not available in all nitrogen anion salts."

"So in general, even at this point in time, it is more cost-effective to engage in metal hydrogen than to engage in total nitrogen anion salts."

Chen Guo nodded slightly, and after thinking for a while, said again:

"Speaking of this, after the metal hydrogen is produced, what is your plan for the application direction?"

"First of all, it must be a fuss about superconducting characteristics-the power transmission network must be fully updated based on this."

"After the loss of power transmission is reduced, it is possible for us to achieve cornering overtaking in the energy field, and gradually replace traditional fossil energy with new electric energy."

"Secondly, superconducting levitation trains are also an important direction. Now that our high-speed rail technology has basically taken shape, the next step is to pursue faster and safer rail transportation."

"Of course, the biggest role of metal hydrogen lies in metal hydrogen batteries."

"This piece is very complicated, and I don't have much confidence in a short period of time."

Chen Nian did not mean to be humble when he said this.

At the beginning of the tentative analysis, he has already found that the source point required for metal hydrogen batteries is more than twice that of pure metal hydrogen materials.

This is enough to prove that the technical difficulty in turning metal hydrogen into batteries will never be small.

"If you are not sure, take your time, this is already advanced enough."

Chen Guo said comfortingly.

"However, it's really disgusting for Lao Mei to do this for us—we make metal hydrogen, and they make total nitrogen anion salts."

"If they really let them take the lead, our subsequent layout may be in trouble."

"Don't worry, it's impossible to let them take the lead."

Chen Nian answered decisively.

"Don't look as easy as they say, but it will take at least two or three years for them to produce the total nitrogen anion salt."

"But I dare not say about mass production on our side. If it's just made in the laboratory. Give me two months, it's enough."

"Two months?!"

Chen Guo was shocked.

"Is it that fast? Can it be achieved?"

"Of course."

Chen Nian said confidently:

"Carbon nanotube technology is fully mature, and diamond felt is already in place. We have gone through all the preliminary steps. What is lacking now is to integrate these technologies to achieve the final result."

Two days later, in the comprehensive laboratory of the metal hydrogen project team of the Hefei Institute of Material Science.

Isaac walked around the laboratory curiously, while the surrounding experimenters looked at him equally curiously.

Of course, this is not the first time that foreigners have appeared in this institute. When the Plasma Institute was in the proton cyclotron project, a large number of scientists from all over the world gathered here, not to mention the more open medical materials projects.

It has never been a closed-door place, on the contrary, it is very open and eclectic.

The reason why everyone was curious was because of the "master" spirit shown by Isaac.

He doesn't seem to regard himself as a "consultant", but as the leader of the project --- at least, he also regards himself as a key member of the project.

"A square space of at least 3*3 meters should be reserved here. You see, the position of the diamond felt equipment in the middle is fixed. We need a space for manual operation, especially for the arrangement of shooting equipment."

"In fact, it is impossible for us to produce metal hydrogen stably now, and it is very likely that even if it is produced, it will not be preserved, so it is especially important to take pictures and preserve evidence."

"And here, this is a place reserved for industrial coolers, don't put it on the main channel, this will have a great impact on the overall efficiency of the laboratory."

"By the way, I think the rules of the laboratory can be changed slightly, and the dust-free management should be done by specialized personnel. Of course, it can be rotated."

While talking, he pointed around, as if he really regarded this place as his "home" for long-term development.

——

And with his crappy accent, the scene was even more comical.

"Mr. Isaac, regarding the layout of the laboratory, the laboratory has been carefully planned."

"From the point of view of subsequent experimental purposes, including the specific purpose of use, there is basically no problem with the layout we are planning now."

"Of course, what you mentioned about dust-free management is indeed a good suggestion, and we will consider implementing it."

"That's right!"

Isaac nodded with satisfaction, then continued:

"In this regard, you don't have much experience."

"Of course, what I'm talking about is not the field of high-pressure physics, but simply the field of metal hydrogen."

"So, you must need a smart and meticulous leader."

"And it just so happens that I am such a person."

"Although my position is only 'consultant' now, I know that this is just a step that must be passed before gaining your trust."

"One day you will see my ability and willingly let me be your leader."

Hearing his words, everyone present couldn't help being a little amused.

How should we evaluate it?

Call him arrogant, but he still has self-knowledge, knowing that he will not be able to enter the core of the project team in a short time.

But if you want to say how humble he is, that's not right, because in his cognition, the only reason he can't enter the core group is because he is temporarily unable to gain the trust of his superiors as a foreigner.

He may have never thought that there would be someone in Huaxia who was stronger than him in this field and more suitable as a project team leader.

There was a strange silence in the laboratory, and after a long time, someone asked:

"Mr. Isaac, haven't you ever thought that maybe you were not allowed to enter the core group not because you were not trusted, but simply because of your ability?"

"In terms of ability? Haha!"

An exaggerated smile appeared on Isaac's face, and then said:

"It's not even a good joke. You know, my friend, I don't mean to belittle your abilities."

"But in fact, in the field of metal hydrogen, Huaxia has never had any outstanding results."

"Even in terms of theoretical research, it cannot enter the international first-line level."

"You don't want to say, let that kid named Chen Nian be the leader?"

"Yes, I admit that he is indeed a genius, but in the field of high-pressure physics experiments, genius alone is far from enough."

"It requires experience, it requires intuition, and it requires understanding your subject as you understand your lover."

"And this is obviously impossible for him to do."

"To put it another way, do you know why the Americans want to start the total nitrogen anion salt project instead of the metal hydrogen project?"

Having said that, Isaac paused deliberately, and after seeing everyone shaking their heads, he asked himself and answered:

"Because I'm leaving!"

"I'm gone, they can't find anyone who is capable enough to support the metal hydrogen project anymore."

"That's why, you are lucky, you found me in advance, and this alone is already far ahead of the United States."

Hearing his words, everyone had no choice but to nod dumbfoundingly.

Isaac became more and more complacent. He sighed and continued:

"So, you still have to pay attention to my opinion."

"Although I'm just a consultant at the moment, the role I can play is no less than any of you."

"Of course, of course, if you don't pay attention, we won't let you join the project team."

"That's right—well, enough gossip has been made, I think we should talk about some more technical matters."

"Is the ruby ​​pressure internal standard I mentioned last time ready? This is the key to our pressure measurement."

"We don't use a ruby ​​pressure internal standard. What we're going to do is not the 'traditional' diamond anvil process."

"What?"

Isaac was startled.

"What do you mean by 'non-traditional diamond anvil craftsmanship'? How are you going to do it?"

"Aside from this, is there any other way to achieve high pressure above 500Gpa? You are just kidding!"

"We're not kidding."

The experimenter shook his head lightly, then continued:

"We will use the carbon nanotube solution, which will replace the traditional metal gasket-pressure transmission medium-ruby internal standard solution."

"It may be more difficult to observe, but this scheme will be easier to obtain high pressure and more likely to produce metallic hydrogen."

".You are crazy to use this kind of plan. If you can't directly reach the final result, you will never make any progress-at least in the eyes of others!"

"How long can you last? How long can your superiors last?"

Hearing his words, the experimenter smiled.

He finally knew why Isaac valued the so-called "video recording equipment" so much.

——

Of course, his thinking was not wrong.

After all, a project can only go on if there are continuous phased results.

Metal hydrogen projects, however, are special.

Laboratory production is only a "phased result"

Thinking of this, he said:

"It doesn't take long."

"We just have to make it out."