Chapter 168: Defense at the meeting
When he came to the Space Technology Research Institute again, Xu Yuan naturally walked straight to the door of Chen Jianfang's office with ease.

He raised his hand and knocked on the door, then pushed it open after hearing a familiar voice coming from inside.

He walked to the desk and asked directly: "Professor Chen, you are looking for me?"

He was originally reading a book in the library, and at the same time thinking about the project topic for which he was applying for the Young Elite Scholars Program.

Suddenly I saw the message from Chen Jianfang. Although I didn’t know what it was, I still rushed over as soon as possible.

After all, he is my future father-in-law, so I must be more attentive to him.

As for why I still call him Professor Chen when we meet, it is because during working hours it is definitely more appropriate to call him by his title.

When Chen Jianfang saw Xu Yuan coming, he quickly stood up from his seat and led Xu Yuan to sit on the sofa next to him.

"Sit down first."

After both of them sat down, Chen Jianfang asked with a smile, "Did calling you over here suddenly delay your work?"

"No delay." Xu Yuan answered truthfully: "I was just thinking about the Young Elite Program."

"Has the research topic been determined? You will have to attend the defense meeting in May." Chen Jianfang asked casually.

Of course he knew that Xu Yuan applied for the Young Elite Scholars Program and was qualified to defend his thesis at the meeting.

"Still considering."

"But it won't affect my defense at the meeting." Xu Yuan explained.

Chen Jianfang nodded: "Then I feel relieved."

Although there is not much time left before the defense at the meeting, out of trust in Xu Yuan's ability, since he said so, there must be no problem.

What's more, science and mathematics are the areas that Xu Yuan is best at.

After a brief chat on this matter, Chen Jianfang immediately got back to the point.

"Did you read the speech made by House Vice President Fwock yesterday?"

When Xu Yuan heard the name, he immediately understood that Chen Jianfang had suddenly called him over for this matter.

Xu Yuan was not too surprised that the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation announced its future plans for the space station. After all, he had already discussed the necessity of building his own space station with Chen Jianfang.

But Fwork issued an order in advance to restrict the exchanges and contacts between the two sides in the aerospace field.

He was indeed a little surprised by this.

I didn't expect that this document would arrive several years earlier.

And the more this happens, the more it reflects the other person's deep-seated worries.

Afraid that space technology will be overtaken.

However, what is certain is that no matter how overseas parties act, the establishment of the Tiangong space station is inevitable.

The thought stayed here, and Xu Yuan thought about the language in his mind.

Then he continued speaking with a serious look.

"I don't think we need to worry about this resolution. After all, even without this document, our space station would not be able to get help from overseas, so we just need to work hard on our own projects."

"In the early years, without the help of others, we still developed the atomic bomb and created a sharp weapon for the country."

"Now that we are building the Tiangong space station, I believe we can still do it with our own technology."

After hearing what Xu Yuan said, Chen Jianfang took a special look, as if a surge of pride was about to emerge in his chest.

But then he sighed.

"What you said is correct, but it will be more difficult for us to build our own space station."

"For the experimental module project that our institute has taken over, it is not an easy task to successfully achieve the rendezvous and docking of the experimental module and the spacecraft."

After hearing this, Xu Yuan pondered for a moment and said, "Space rendezvous and docking technology is the basis for building a space station. It is indeed necessary to ensure that each docking is extremely precise, otherwise the cost of any mistake will be too high." This was considered an acknowledgement of the question raised by Chen Jianfang.

Of course, Xu Yuan did not pause for too long this time, and immediately added another sentence.

"The space rendezvous and docking technology of spacecraft mainly depends on the calculation of precise docking and orbit. As long as the accuracy of the calculation is guaranteed and multiple drills are conducted in advance, the docking can be successful in one attempt."

Chen Jianfang, who was originally in a slightly depressed mood, his eyes instantly lit up after hearing Xu Yuan's words.

He immediately said solemnly:

"When it comes to orbital design and calculation, I'm afraid there's no one in the entire academy who is more talented than you."

"When the experimental module space rendezvous and docking project starts, you must come and help."

Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan knew that he was being relied upon by his future father-in-law, but he couldn't find any reason to refuse this request no matter what.

With his talent for orbit calculation and relevant level, he can indeed play an important role in space rendezvous and docking.

What's more, since his Tiangong space station may have to be built ahead of schedule, he certainly cannot stay out of it.

Fortunately, he will only be helping to complete the track docking and will not affect his other projects.

Plus, I really want to see the Tiangong space station put into use, so it's even more impossible for me to refuse.

The thought stayed here, and he no longer hesitated and gave his answer immediately.

"Don't worry, Professor Chen. I promise to be there whenever you call. If the International Space Station ignores us today, we will definitely make them regret it tomorrow."

"I feel much more relieved after hearing your words." Chen Jianfang said with a smile on his face again.

The matter was discussed here, and Xu Yuan did not stay with Chen Jianfang for too long.

After explaining the situation to the other party, he returned to Qinghua University. At the same time, the day after Xu Yuan left, the Aerospace Science and Technology Group issued another announcement through official channels.

It was announced that the design of the space station experimental module Tiangong-1 will be undertaken by the China Academy of Space Technology.

After the announcement was issued, the Space Technology Research Institute also immediately expressed its position and guaranteed that the experimental cabin mission would be successfully completed.

Because Chang'e-1 has just achieved complete success, taking over the experimental cabin project at this time is equivalent to giving the public a shot in the arm, making everyone believe that the Tiangong space station will definitely succeed.

It turned out that this incident had a good impact and successfully rendered the House of Representatives' documents useless.

On relevant forum communities and other website platforms, one can see various comments from people looking forward to the success of the experimental cabin and hoping that this important step can be completed as soon as possible.

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As the storm gradually subsided.

Time quickly entered May.

For those who have applied for the Young Outstanding Scientists Program, this is undoubtedly a very important month.

Because applicants who pass the preliminary review for Young Elite Scientists will be eligible to defend their papers at the meeting, which also determines whether they can eventually receive support from the Young Elite Scientists Fund.

"I finally passed my graduation thesis. These two months were not easy."

In the morning at the boys' dormitory of Zijing Apartment in Qinghua University, Li Zhenya was excited and loudly shared his feelings at the moment.

As a senior student approaching graduation, the significance of successfully passing the graduation thesis is self-evident.

At least there is a high probability that I won’t have to delay my graduation.

Li Zhenya has been revising his thesis almost all the time in the past two months, but has never been able to satisfy his supervisor.

Especially when he saw Liu Yang and Wang Haitao submitting their manuscripts one after another, he became extremely anxious, like an ant on hot pan.

After all, he is the dormitory head. If he is the only one who is delayed in graduation, it will be too embarrassing to tell others about it.

For this reason, he has been asking Xu Yuan for advice a lot during this period.

Fortunately, he finally passed the review in time, and he felt particularly relieved.

"Congratulations, Mr. Li. Why don't we treat us to a meal to celebrate?" Liu Yang turned around and teased.

After four years of living together, we have basically no reservations when communicating with each other and just say whatever comes to mind.

Wang Haitao, who was standing at the cabinet organizing things, immediately became interested when he heard this and agreed, "The graduation ceremony is next month. I don't know how many times we will see each other in the future. We should really have a good meal together." From his expression, it seemed that he was serious.

He and Li Zhenya have decided to return to their hometowns after graduation and will not stay in Yanjing.

Because Liu Yang was admitted to the graduate school of the same school, he still had the opportunity to meet Xu Yuan frequently.

After Wang Haitao finished speaking, he first turned his attention to Xu Yuan and asked:

"How do you feel, Brother Yuan?"

"I have no objection." Xu Yuan said casually after checking his ID.

Seeing Xu Yuan say this, Li Zhenya also expressed his opinion immediately. He waved his hand and said generously: "That's settled. When Xu Yuan comes back from the Young Elite Scholars Conference, I, as the dormitory head, will treat him to dinner in the evening." The smile on his face never disappeared.

Yes.

According to the notice from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, he will go to the Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences to participate in the defense today.

After several days of research, he has identified a more suitable topic for the Young Elite Scientists Program.

And completed the presentation for the defense in advance.

However, he also understood that there was no difference between him and the others. Apart from his outstanding academic achievements, he was very confident about the topic he would study next.

In addition, he also heard a piece of news that Academician Ma Zhiming would be one of the judges for the defense of the Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

So I am not nervous at all about the defense at today's meeting.

After making sure that he had everything he needed, he said to the others, "I'll be over first."

Li Zhenya, Wang Haitao and Liu Yang had long been numb to Xu Yuan's talent in mathematics.

Therefore, there was nothing to worry about at all. Instead, I urged Xu Yuan to come back early after the defense so that he could attend the dormitory party in the evening.

Xu Yuan walked out of the dormitory building and soon saw Professor Tang Shihong who was waiting for him.

"Let's get in the car first, it's getting late."

Tang Shihong didn't say much. He just said something and walked towards the parking lot.

He is still the supervisor of Dr. Xu Yuan, and he will definitely pay attention to his students' applications for Young Elite Scientists.

In fact, under normal circumstances, he should also help Xu Yuan complete the presentation for the defense at the meeting.

Just make your own suggestions.

But what is embarrassing is that Xu Yuan's achievements in mathematics are now much higher than those of his mentor.

So there is no need to make suggestions.

Given Xu Yuan's level, just give him enough trust.

Soon the two got into the car, and Tang Shihong drove Xu Yuan to the location of the Natural Science Foundation.

While on the way, he couldn't help but ask Xu Yuan about the specific content of the Young Elite Scientists Program.

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(End of this chapter)