166: Chapter 166 Tests and Commands

"Conduct a comprehensive test immediately and compile the user manual."

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Handing the rifle to the professional testers, General Zheng gave an order and left the shooting range with Zheng Yi; he had more important information to learn from her.

Only after General Zheng had left did Professor Qin Taifeng and the others have the chance to step forward and touch these Electromagnetic Rifles.

The tactile feel was different from any material they had ever encountered.

The exterior design was incredibly elegant while also taking practicality into account.

"I truly cannot believe this came from the hands of a university student."

A light weapon expert sighed.

As a highly accomplished light weapon researcher, this was the first time he had felt a sense of inferiority in the field of light weapons.

"I don't know what material is used for this barrel, but it manages to control the weight of the rifle so well."

Another expert in light weapon materials exclaimed: "The combat weight of this rifle is likely around 2.3 kilograms. With such weight, combined with the reduced weight of the projectiles, it could easily allow soldiers to carry two hundred or even four hundred more rounds of ammunition."

"Don't forget that this is an Electromagnetic Rifle." Professor Qin Taifeng spoke up, his brows slightly furrowed, looking very serious: "The barrel material of this rifle is likely a new type of non-magnetic alloy. Old Zhang, among the materials you know, is there any alloy that can be used as a gun barrel while also possessing non-magnetic properties?"

The expert called Old Zhang pondered for a moment and shook his head.

"Gun barrels have high requirements for the hardness, toughness, machinability, and deformation resistance of metal materials; they can only be made from high-performance steel. But if it contains iron, it will definitely be magnetic."

"The performance requirements for the barrel of an Electromagnetic Rifle might be lower because it doesn't need to withstand immense chamber pressure, but not by much. I cannot think of any material that can meet these requirements."

The experts once again displayed expressions of amazement.

A brand new alloy!

This rifle had already given them much shock and surprise, such as the brand-new electromagnetic theory and the brand-new design concept, and now there was a new type of alloy.

And don't forget: this rifle is an Electromagnetic Rifle with such a high degree of integration!

This means that the energy storage system inside this rifle also has a very high technological content!

Just this battery, which can support the firing of up to 300 rounds, is incomparable to other high-energy batteries.

Their hearts gradually became heated.

"Everyone, let's begin the test."

Professor Qin Taifeng looked around and said: "General Zheng is still waiting for a detailed test report. Whether this rifle can officially enter service depends on us."

"Hehe." The professor surnamed Zhang who had just spoken laughed: "It is time to hurry. In my thirty-plus years in the industry, this is the first time I've seen a 'three-nothing product' that comes from the factory with nothing labeled, requiring us to test it ourselves."

The experts laughed heartily, but they didn't slack off, directing several testers to begin preparations.

Testing a firearm is simple if you say it's simple; there are only a few key data points.

But it can also be very complex.

A good firearm in the eyes of the military not only needs good key data, but also places high demands on some characteristics that seem unimportant but actually directly determine the quality of the firearm.

For example, key designs like ergonomics, functional design, and durability design, as well as basic attributes like weight, endurance, ease of maintenance, performance in extreme environments, and performance under extreme working conditions.

A comprehensive test is to ensure that the performance of the firearm can meet the military's usage requirements.

This is very critical for the military.

In the actual process of military use, practicality is above all else, even ranking ahead of performance.

Many products with excellent performance are killed on the road to mass production simply because they cannot pass the test of practicality.

After all, on the battlefield, compared to a rifle with excellent performance, soldiers prefer a rifle that can fire at any time and kill the enemy.

Of course, if it is rugged and durable while also possessing excellent performance, that would be the best.

But generally, these two cannot coexist.

Today is destined to be a sleepless night.

...

On the other side.

General Zheng had already regained his calm expression and was quietly listening to Zheng Yi's report.

"You mean... Wang Shuo agreed without any hesitation?"

Only after the report ended did General Zheng ask.

"Yes."

Zheng Yi nodded.

She also admired him for this; not everyone can have a heart of compassion.

"He is a good kid."

General Zheng didn't know what he was thinking of, and sighed slightly: "We have failed these heroes who silently contribute to Huaxia, and we cannot even give them any honor."

Zheng Yi remained silent.

After letting his thoughts drift for a while, General Zheng came back to his senses, looked at Zheng Yi, and said: "Regarding the price, you did very well; it is much lower than we expected."

General Zheng sighed again: "Wang Shuo is indeed a good kid."

"Dad." Zheng Yi frowned and said: "This rifle is completely ready for service; I have already tested the specific data, and there is no need to ask Professor Qin and the others to conduct a comprehensive test again."

"This is the military's rule."

General Zheng said indifferently: "I cannot let a rifle that has not been tested flow into the military, even if I know it is excellent."

Alright.

Zheng Yi felt helpless; in that case, there was no way to discuss the procurement quantity.

She could only wait for the test report to come out.

This is a relatively long process.

"Dad." Zheng Yi asked: "What about Instructor Duan Chengwu..."

"I have already arranged it." General Zheng nodded and said: "He should go out and relax. Always staying in one place, even if he doesn't have any issues, he will develop some."

"You tell Wang Shuo." General Zheng's tone suddenly became dignified: "I have given him the person, and perhaps there might even be some small surprises for him, but I will state the ugly truth upfront."

"I do not want Instructor Duan Chengwu to suffer any discrimination or grievances at his company. If there are..."

General Zheng's voice was extremely heavy, and a sense of oppression came rushing over.

"I will let those who discriminate against Instructor Duan Chengwu know what it means that a soldier cannot be insulted!"

"If he, Wang Shuo, manages poorly, he shouldn't think about getting off easily!"

After speaking, General Zheng withdrew his aura and instructed: "You tell him exactly like that; remember to have momentum and be bold."

Zheng Yi was speechless.

Just as she was about to speak, a knock on the door sounded.

Zheng Yi slightly adjusted her clothes and sat up straight.

"Come in."

General Zheng said calmly.

Entering was General Zheng's personal guard.

"General."

The guard handed a file bag to General Zheng.

"Order from the General Staff Department."

General Zheng took it, opened the file, took out the paper order inside, and read it carefully.

A moment later, General Zheng looked up directly.

"Prepare the car, we are going to the Military Commission."

Zheng Yi stared slightly at her dad's departing figure, a sense of foreboding rising in her heart.

What... is going on?