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"Now that you have passed the initial assessment, let's begin your first practical task. These three energy conduction nodes have design flaws, and I need you to propose improvement plans within 48 hours."
Vita carefully examined the area marked in red, his processor racing: "This is... an energy overflow problem? Indeed, when the main guns fire simultaneously, the stress on these nodes exceeds the design standard by 0.009%."
“Identifying the problem is only the first step,” Zhou Qing said, pulling up another set of data. “The more important thing is the solution. Remember, a true engineer not only needs to identify problems, but also needs to solve them.”
"Don't be fooled by the fact that the figure is only 0.009%, which may seem small. But you must remember that for planetary-level warships, any standard must be extremely strict."
If your negligence results in the innocent loss of Imperial Navy personnel on board, and also the loss of a valuable planetary-level warship, it is a responsibility you cannot afford.
"Do you understand what I'm saying? So in the process of creating the War Month, you must be extremely cautious, and you must be very strict with the data!"
"Understood." How could Tavi possibly have any dissatisfaction with Zhou Qing's teachings? He quickly nodded in agreement and firmly memorized Zhou Qing's instructions.
Omnisiah personally taught him such things, which others could only dream of, and this was to correct his mistakes. Wasn't this imparting knowledge to him?
Vita studied very diligently, and Zhou Qing, seeing such a hardworking student, became a little more patient and began to explain in detail certain details and knowledge systems of planetary warships to him.
The first priority for a scientist is to learn patiently. If one cannot even learn patiently, then one can never become a useful scientist.
Zhou Qing needed an assistant, not one of the ordinary members of the Cult of the Machine God who were not even as good as an assistant.
After a four-hour lecture, Zhou Qing left the dock, leaving Vita to continue building the War Moon, while he himself returned to his own planet, United Star.
As the second emperor of the human empire in almost every sense, Zhou Qing has a lot to do.
It's already quite an achievement to be able to find the time to watch War Month.
Now that he had finished reading, he naturally returned to his own laboratory.
Future wars will naturally become increasingly brutal, and the human empire cannot possibly upgrade all of humanity to the level of Space Marines. Therefore, Zhou Qing must choose a compromise solution to enhance the human empire's combat capabilities in terms of armor and equipment.
He needed to design a power armor for the regular Astraklans of the Imperium of Man and enable them to fight while wearing it.
At least to some extent, a company of Astraklans must be able to withstand an attack from an army of 10 times their size, either Orks or Zerg, and remain standing.
Zhou Qing had many such weapons, but this happened to be the human empire.
Therefore, another crucial prerequisite for these weapons is that they must have extremely low technological content.
The technology must be low enough and easy enough to manufacture so that the human empire can produce it itself, instead of having it all manufactured in the 108 worlds of the Misty Starfield.
The number of Astral Army soldiers is enormous, an uncountable force.
At the same time, their war zones are too vast. If only the 108 worlds of the Misty Starfield can manufacture them, then supply will become a huge problem.
Zhou Qing had to bring its material properties to a certain balance point to facilitate the Astral Army's replenishment and manufacturing.
Chapter 218 New Astral Force Power Armor Debuts
Zhou Qing returned to his laboratory and sat down at his desk, beginning to think about various armor templates.
The image of the power armor template used by the Federation of Humanities flashed through his mind, but he rejected it the next second.
Cost and manufacturing issues have rendered these power armors unsuitable for use by the current human empire.
He needed to find out what kind of armor the human empire was currently using for its ordinary Star Guardians.
Let's also learn about the elite among the mortal forces, the Storm Loyalists, and what weapons they use.
Zhou Qing, who was deep in thought, broke out of his reverie and gave orders to the imperial guards outside the door.
"Go and get me a set of standard Astral Army armor and a set of Storm Loyalist armor. Also, bring me the Mark IV Space Marine armor and the Terminator Space Marine armor to my lab."
"Yes, Commander." The Imperial Guards outside the door immediately saluted and relayed the order through their built-in communicators.
Less than half an hour later, a team of technical priests carefully pushed several hovering platforms into the laboratory. The platforms were neatly arranged with various types of armor that Zhou Qing had requested: from the simple shell armor of the Astral Army to the meticulously crafted Kashezin-style armor of the Storm Loyalists, to the Mark IV power armor and the heavy Terminator armor.
"Omnesia, the equipment you requested has been delivered." The head technical priest knelt and bowed. "Would you like me to explain the technical details of these sacred items?"
“Okay, then you can describe the features of these equipment.” Since someone wanted to introduce them to him, Zhou Qing was happy to let him do so.
"Praise be to the grace of Omnesia!" The Tech Priest rose excitedly, his mechanical eye gleaming with honor. He first pointed to the Astral Army armor on the far left.
"This is the sacred armor, the basic equipment of the Imperial Defense Force."
He reverently stroked the surface of the armor, "Made of synthetic fibers and a composite of plastic steel and ceramic, it effectively resists small-caliber live bullets and shrapnel. The breastplate is 5 millimeters thick and can be fitted with shoulder armor and leg guards."
Zhou Qing picked up the breastplate and weighed it in his hand: "It weighs about 8 kilograms, and the protective area is limited. What about the manufacturing process?"
"The entire Empire's casting and industrial worlds can manufacture it. The exact output is impossible to quantify, but it is clearly enough to supply all the Star Guardians in combat."
However, the quality of armor produced in different casting and industrial worlds varies. "The most basic version only requires injection molding and simple assembly," the Tech Priest replied.
He then walked toward the Storm Loyalists' armor: "This is armor, standard equipment for the Storm Loyalists."
Utilizing a higher-grade plastic-steel alloy, with reinforced joints, this armor set is heavier than standard Astral Army armor, but its protective capabilities are significantly improved.
Zhou Qing noticed this set of armor; its functions were beginning to resemble those of a powered vehicle, making it a rather decent piece of equipment.
"There should be some kind of power armor-like equipment inside, right?"
"Exactly! Omnisaya, you see rightly!" the tech priest explained excitedly. "While it can't provide full power assistance, it can be equipped with a basic life support system and communication equipment."
When introducing the Mark IV power armor, the Tech Priest's tone became exceptionally devout.
"This is sacred power armor, the glorious battle armor of the Emperor's angels. It features a built-in nuclear power pack, providing comprehensive combat enhancements."
Upon hearing this, Zhou Qing reached out and took the Mark IV power armor. Then, with a gentle push, he left a thumbprint on the surface of the power armor.
"It looks alright, but it's really just so-so. But it's okay, the Space Marines have already switched to power armor, so it's not a problem."
The Empire can still supply the Space Marines with their power armor.
Although the 108 worlds of the Misty Sector suffered severe damage, this does not mean that the power armor needed by the Space Marines cannot be supplied.
The Space Marines' power armor is still derived from the Federation of Humankind's power armor and is entirely made from Zero-Based Armor.
However, the power armor equipped by different warriors also has different elemental armor; some have a full set, while others only have a surface layer.
The issue of cost is, after all, a factor to consider.
Finally arriving in front of the Terminator armor, the Tech Priest almost prostrated himself in worship: "This is the most sacred tactical fearless armor, capable of fighting in the harshest environments."
"However, there are shortcomings in terms of output and efficiency, especially output. The output needs to be made by the most skilled craftsmen by hand, and it is not yet possible to carry out mass industrial production."
The technical priest gave Zhou Qing a detailed explanation of the various data points for the power armor and protective gear. After listening to the explanation, Zhou Qing waved his hand.
"Very good, you can leave now. When you arrive, go find Vita and tell him that I sent you. Ask him to mentor you. I think you have some potential and you can learn a lot from him."
For a great man, changing the fate of a small man only takes a single sentence, and this sentence was best demonstrated at this moment. With Zhou Qing's words, this ordinary technical priest was destined to reach the pinnacle.
"Thank you, Omnesia, for your grace!" The technical priest was so excited that his mechanical joints trembled, and he almost knelt down to kiss Zhou Qing's boots. He had never imagined that a simple equipment introduction could earn him such an honor.
Zhou Qing nodded slightly: "Remember, science needs to be passed down. Although Vita has only recently become my student, he already has considerable expertise in engineering. You must learn humbly from him."
"Definitely! I will certainly live up to Omnisiah's expectations!" The Tech Priest bowed repeatedly and carefully left the laboratory.
After the technical priest left, Zhou Qing refocused his attention on the displayed armor. His fingers lightly traced the dents on the surface of the Mark IV power armor—fingerprints he had left during his testing.
"Insufficient material strength, low energy efficiency, and flawed ergonomic design..." Zhou Qing commented softly, already beginning to construct a new design solution in his mind.
He walked to the holographic workbench and moved his hands rapidly in the air. The design blueprints for the four types of armor were broken down into basic elements and then recombined in virtual space.
"The ease of production of the shell armor... the modular design of the stormtrooper armor... the energy system concept of the power armor... plus the protection concept of the Terminator..." Zhou Qing muttered to himself, every design decision was meticulously calculated.
Three hours later, a brand-new armor design was taking shape. This armor looked thicker than shell armor, but much simpler than power armor.
"The basic frame is made of high-strength plastic steel formed by stamping, and replaceable ceramic composite armor plates are added to key parts." Zhou Qing pulled up the material data.
The power armor is a fully sealed suit of power armor, and it is equipped with a variety of life support devices to address the fact that the Astronauts would be unable to fight if they were in space.
This model of power armor is not much different from the previous power armor of the Space Marines, except that it is lighter and does not feel like skin to ordinary soldiers.
However, it is sufficient for ordinary soldiers.
As for the names of the materials Zhou Qing mentioned, they were not materials in the traditional sense, but rather materials that had been used for a long time.
Like steel, they have had all sorts of names along the way, but most people still call them steel, regardless of what alloy they are.
In the end, Zhou Qing created a lightweight power armor that fell somewhere between power armor and shell armor.
This armor was named Imperial Guard Type I Armor.
In Zhou Qing's design, this power armor could be produced by most of the Mechanicus casting worlds and would gradually replace the ordinary armor currently used by the Astral Army.
After completing the armor design, Zhou Qing immediately handed the information over to Guilliman for processing.
Without a doubt, this is what the Imperial Regent does; these matters can be left to the Ministry of the Interior and Guilliman.
Chapter 219 The Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Military Affairs: Their Efficiency Increased Like Crazy
Guilliman, who was frantically busy at the Ministry of the Interior, soon received the Imperial Guard power armor sent to him by Zhou Qing.
Looking at this simple production structure, which can be used to produce most of the casting worlds, and even the general-purpose power Methylman was moved to tears.
Finally, is the Empire's basic combat force about to become even stronger? Is this the benefit of having a powerful figure at home?
The human empire's development was almost stagnant for ten thousand years.
Those tech enthusiasts all just know how to work in isolation, or they value their own technology above all else.
Apart from Dorakal, no one else is willing to pull out their cutting-edge technology.
The power armor of the Imperial Army, not to mention that of the regular Imperial Guard, has not seen any improvement, not even that of the Space Marines.
Has anyone finally thought of those loyal Imperial Guard soldiers?
He truly deserves to be called the great war commander Zhou Qing.
The great Omnisiah, his ideas are indeed completely different from those of the Mechanicus!
Guilliman was probably already incredibly busy, but after receiving this from Zhou Qing, he immediately threw himself into the tense and exciting process of deploying the power armor manufacturing.
"Command the Star Speakers to transmit the order for this power armor to all the Forge Worlds, and use our pipeline system, stargate system, and faster-than-light spaceships to deliver this technology to all the Forge Worlds so that they can start production immediately!"
"The first batch of power armor produced will be sent to the Loyalty Academy in each new district to equip the officers and political commissars being trained there, as well as the Loyalty members in Stormy Skies, and to teach them how to use it."
"In addition, the Ministry of Military Affairs should immediately take action and provide me with a user manual for this power armor, so that it can be printed and distributed to all the Astral Army!"
"The Imperial Guard has undergone a complete transformation. At a time like this, anyone who fails to perform well will face the wrath of the War Marshal!"
Guilliman said this with great seriousness, clearly addressing the High Lord and the old men of the Military Affairs Department.
"Don't blame me for not warning you. With just one word from the War Master, those guys from the Cult of the Machine God will go through fire and water for their Omnissiah. Whether you will survive then is anyone's guess."