Chapter 328: Confronting the Big Boss (12)

Academician Pan and Academician Tian thought they had a sure win and had already caught Chen Xiaoxin, but the result was...
"I don't agree with this view!"

Chen Xiaoxin sat there quietly, facing these two domestic academicians, who were very powerful in the academic field, without showing any fear, and said seriously: "I think it is impossible to complete the description of quantum non-cloning under the existing conditions."

In an instant,
The atmosphere in the conference room began to freeze.

Academician Pan and Academician Tian looked at him, the youngest professor in the country, but they were not angry. Academician Tian said, "Professor Chen, are you questioning the principle of quantum cloning prohibition, or the engineering of quantum communication?"

"Based on the superposition principle of quantum states, we can indeed derive the quantum cloning prohibition principle, but the relevant papers only tell us that a single quantum cannot be cloned. If we can calculate the coordinates of the starting and ending points, I think the collapse can be ignored."

Chen Xiaoxin said seriously: "In this regard, I think no one in the world has a better say than me. Even in the field of quantum mechanics, I should be the most authoritative person present."

Except for him and Mr. Hong, the rest are experts in the field of quantum mechanics. For example, Academician Pan is engaged in quantum optics and quantum information, Academician Guo is engaged in quantum computing, and Academician Tian is engaged in quantum networks. They are all related to quantum mechanics, but in terms of academic achievements, Chen Xiaoxin is almost overwhelming.

Chen Xiaoxin studies the basic principles of quantum mechanics. For example, the new quantum spin model has brought a new research direction to the field of condensed matter, and the law of spin conservation has enabled unconventional superconductors to advance for a full decade. The last one is the 'Chen Xiaoxin coordinate equation', a basic equation in quantum mechanics that is as famous as the Schrödinger equation.

So Chen Xiaoxin is not at all intimidating. He is indeed the youngest, but when it comes to academic achievements, he almost crushes everyone. The key is that this is only on paper. He has not yet announced the new high-temperature superconducting material.

"Maybe."

"The coordinate problem can threaten security, but I don't think we need to worry too much." Academician Pan said, "First, we need to successfully intercept the quantum state, which puts forward new requirements for the interception equipment. The key is that I think this requirement is impossible to achieve. It is just a theoretical idea."

"Do not."

"In fact, it can be intercepted." Academician Guo suddenly said: "Through the nonlinear characteristics of the avalanche transition zone, it is possible to intercept the quantum state. Of course, this is not a problem of quantum mechanics, but a problem of the equipment. When the key distribution system rate continues to increase, the after-pulse effect of the single-photon detector will increase, and then a random avalanche phenomenon will occur."

Speaking of which,
Academician Guo paused and continued, "The imperfection of this avalanche will bring security risks to the entire device. By controlling the intensity of the attack signal and its position in the transition zone, the response of the detector can be effectively controlled, and all key information can be obtained without being sensed."

Academician Pan was stunned, with a look of surprise and shock in his eyes. When did Lao Guo Lao Guo study this topic? How come I didn't know? And he said it at this time... What on earth did he want to do?
Faced with Academician Guo's unexpected remarks, Academician Pan was nervous and a little scared. He was worried that Academician Guo would turn against him. But after careful consideration, he felt that it was impossible for him to turn against him. After all, there were many cooperative projects between him and Academician Guo, and Academician Guo would also benefit from the money he received. So he really couldn't think of any reason for him to turn against him.

"but."

“Equipment will eventually improve.”

Academician Guo suddenly changed the subject and said calmly: "Technological progress will also lead to the advancement of equipment. These loopholes can be easily solved."

Academician Pan felt relieved at this time, nodded and responded, "Indeed, the biggest problem with quantum communication is the equipment. However, with the development of technology and the popularization of artificial intelligence, I think the equipment problem can be solved. Professor Chen, give quantum communication some time, and it will give you a satisfactory answer."

Chen Xiaoxin smiled and replied softly, "Academician Pan, I have always been very patient, and I am the youngest here, so I can accept many things. Since you said to give quantum communication some time, I sincerely hope you can give controlled nuclear fusion some time."

"Controlled nuclear fusion"

Academician Pan frowned and muttered seriously: "I learned from Lao Hu that fusion is a very difficult process. Even if fusion is completed, it will bring new problems. How to conserve energy? This puts forward new requirements for basic science, which our country cannot do at present."

"Let me list the problems of controlled nuclear fusion in detail." Academician Tian took out a document and said casually: "At present, we use tokamaks. The main problems will be the following two points: instability control problem and rupture problem."

Chen Xiaoxin glanced at Academician Tian and cursed in his heart, this preparation is too thorough!
"First, let's talk about the problem of instability control. Plasma under magnetic field confinement is unstable, and there are many different kinds of instabilities." Academician Tian said seriously: "Although there are ways to control it in theory, it is not the case in reality."

finished,

Looked at Chen Xiaoxin.

"Professor Chen, what do you think?" asked Academician Tian.

Chen Xiaoxin curled his lips and said leisurely: "There is indeed an unstable situation."

"Ah."

"Another issue is the rupture problem." Academician Tian continued, "The damage caused by plasma rupture is very serious. The Tokamak device is very large, and the magnetic field is very strong. It also brings huge destructive power. Such damage is unbearable. Although some ruptures can be predicted, some ruptures cannot be predicted."

"When the equipment is undergoing fusion, the chances of unpredictable ruptures will increase significantly!" said Academician Tian. "If an accident occurs, it will directly cause an incalculable disaster."

"and"

"The problems of controlled nuclear fusion are not limited to these two." Academician Tian continued: "The problem of magnetic confinement is also very troublesome. Magnetic confinement must use superconductors, otherwise fusion cannot be sustained. However, when superconductors are working, they cannot withstand neutron bombardment and activation. When fusion occurs, the coil will be bombarded by a large flux of high-energy neutrons. The resistance will rise quickly, and it will lose its function."

Speaking of which,
Academician Tian paused and said seriously: "There are still many problems. But no matter how you look at it, the risks and benefits of developing controlled nuclear fusion are the lowest! I think it is not suitable to develop nuclear fusion at the moment, and the funds should be invested in areas that can better achieve the goal."

Menacing
It is indeed a battlefield without the smoke of gunpowder.

This was the first time that Chen Xiaoxin faced torture from his colleagues. Compared with the confrontation at international conferences, the domestic struggle is a life-and-death struggle, and everyone is beaten to death. But it is also normal. This is the unique way of playing in the scientific research circle. The way of playing abroad is a little different. Anyway, it is all cannibalism.

Chen Xiaoxin does not like to reflect, on the contrary he likes to fight back. Although domestic scientific research is a mess, compared with foreign scientific research, it can still be saved. Falsification of papers is a small problem. This kind of thing will not cause too much loss except making everyone laugh, because everyone knows that the paper is a bit fake.

But it’s different abroad!

If foreigners commit fraud, it would be a devastating disaster. The fraudulent papers on Alzheimer's disease have made all research in this field a joke, not to mention cardiac stem cells and room-temperature superconductivity, which are extremely cruel.

In the field of paper fraud, China is actually two versions behind foreign countries.

It is precisely because of these reasons that Chen Xiaoxin is very tolerant of domestic scientific research. Even if he has different opinions from Academician Pan, those are just academic and conceptual differences and it won't be a big deal. Of course, how others treat him is another matter.

“So many questions.”

"In the end, it's still a problem with the magnet." Chen Xiaoxin replied softly: "If we can have a powerful magnet, I think the instability control and rupture problems, including the subsequent magnetic confinement problems, can be solved just from the equipment."

"That's true."

Academician Tian nodded and said to Chen Xiaoxin: "But it is difficult to make a breakthrough in the current materials." "No!"

“Can break through!”

Changing his previous lifeless look, Chen Xiaoxin suddenly changed his expression, and said with a hint of pride between his eyebrows: "I can make a breakthrough in high-temperature superconducting magnets!"

If it were someone else, these words would definitely not cause any waves, but since they were said by Chen Xiaoxin, the meaning was completely different.

"The high-temperature superconducting magnet material that I worked on with Academician Ma's team has entered the mass production stage." Chen Xiaoxin said leisurely: "The magnet developed from this material has an overall magnetic property that is 15 times higher than the magnets in existing tokamaks. The strength of the material has increased by 80%, and the durability has increased by three times. It can also withstand extremely high temperatures."

What
what!
So exaggerated?

Not only were the leaders of the Academy of Sciences stunned, but even the three top experts in the field of quantum mechanics were stunned.

"correct."

"The volume has been reduced by one third, which means that the controlled nuclear fusion device can be miniaturized." Chen Xiaoxin said: "However, the super-strong magnetism brings more terrifying destructive power. As Academician Tian said, this destructive power is unbearable, but we can give early warning."

"This is an engineering problem. Director Chu Yi of the High Energy Plasma Research Institute will lead the team to solve it. I am optimistic about this." Chen Xiaoxin pursed his lips and muttered, "As long as the new magnet passes the final nuclear fusion experiment, I think within 20 years, everyone in our country will be able to use extremely cheap clean energy."

"my goal."

Chen Xiaoxin pursed his lips and answered seriously: "Make civilian electricity free!"

The ultimate goal of science is to benefit mankind. Chen Xiaoxin has always been implementing this concept, so he is so eager to get 3 billion yuan in funding for controlled nuclear fusion and to improve the technology in this field at all costs. The goal is to allow everyone to use electricity for free.

Right now,

The leaders of scientific research have developed a strong interest in controlled nuclear fusion, especially when thinking about the future scenario where every household has free electricity. The key economy will usher in rapid development, including the agricultural sector, which will completely say goodbye to the dilemma of relying on the weather for food.

in fact,

Everyone has this idea and this beautiful wish, but the limitations of science and technology make this dream a little far away. Even within fifty years, there is no hope at all. The appearance of Chen Xiaoxin has accelerated the arrival of this hope.

at the same time,

Academician Pan and Academician Tian were a little panicked. They didn't expect Chen Xiaoxin to be able to draw such a big pie. The key point was that he was not just drawing the pie, he was also kneading the dough.

The concept of free electricity for all is worth at least 30 billion! The new high-temperature superconducting magnet material doubles the value of this concept, directly becoming 60 billion. With the addition of Chen Xiaoxin, the concept is doubled again, and it may reach 100 billion.

That sounds a bit exaggerated.
But compared with the future impact, this investment is not large at all, only one twenty-fourth of the debt of a real estate company next door.

"I think"

Academician Tian frowned, looked at the leader of the Academy of Ophthalmology, then looked at Chen Xiaoxin. He said, "If controlled nuclear fusion is commercialized ahead of schedule and runs perfectly, how should we deal with the heat energy generated by the huge power consumption?"

Oh my god!

This angle is really tricky!
I haven't really considered the thermal energy issue.

Thermal radiation is really a headache. Unless it is sent into outer space, the entire earth will become a hell.

Unlimited electricity will accelerate the greenhouse effect, which has unimaginable consequences. First, it will cause extreme climate events, then sea level rise and the destruction of ecosystems.
Chen Xiaoxin pursed his lips and replied softly: "I haven't thought about this problem yet. After all, controlled nuclear fusion has not yet been achieved, but I believe this problem can be solved."

"Just take it one step at a time."

"At present, nuclear fusion has not been realized, but we have already started to consider the problem of thermal energy. This is a bit of a worry." Chen Xiaoxin smiled innocently, and then said: "I'm sorry. My literary level is very poor. I don't know if I used this word correctly."

now,

Academician Tian's face turned green.

"Um"

"Let's vote first," said the leader of the Academy of Sciences. "Raise your hands if you support quantum computing."

No one raised their hand
"Raise your hands if you support quantum communication," the leader of the Academy of Sciences said again.

Next second,
Academicians Pan and Tian raised their hands, and then they noticed Academician Guo who did not raise his hand.

What
what's the situation?
Why doesn’t Lao Guo raise his hand?
Is he going to choose to abstain from voting at this critical moment?

"Two votes."

"Those who support controlled nuclear fusion, please raise your hands," the leader of the Academy of Sciences said softly.

Chen Xiaoxin slowly raised his hand, and then Mr. Hong also raised his hand.

Just when the leaders of the Academy of Sciences were about to announce the number of votes for controlled nuclear fusion, Academician Guo suddenly raised his hand slowly.

"etc."

"And I!"

(End of this chapter)