"At the national level, it isn’t feasible to delve into every conceivable area of research. The funds simply aren’t there; wouldn’t you agree?"
Zhao Yi nodded, "That is true."
"So, let’s continue with our prior plan—to establish a company that specializes in space technology research with the goal of building small spacecraft."
"Specifically, we can take the space shuttle as a reference, but we will employ anti-gravity technology."
"These smaller spacecraft don’t need high-end fusion reactors—conventional energy propulsion would suffice. Nor do they require Z-waves as they are only for mission execution. Long-distance voyages in the future will still rely on larger spacecraft."
"Mm-hmm."
Zhao Yi, still nodding, asked with curiosity, "Isn’t that just an airborne fortress?"
Liu Jiankun waved his hands vehently, "Of course it’s different from an airborne fortress. We’re establishing a company, not conducting military research. There’s no need for the spacecraft to linger in the air for extended periods."
"You still don’t quite understand. We’re aiming to build functional spacecraft, just like on large aircraft carriers where they carry functional boats, as well as frigates, cruisers, and auxiliary ships!"
"The current space shuttles, those mission-type small spacecraft, have regained their potential. One is the cost—the anti-gravity propulsor significantly reduces the launch costs. If the small spacecraft is operating on Earth, it doesn’t need the ability to launch and ascend independently. Using anti-gravity propulsion for movent would be sufficient, making the design much more straightforward."
"Additionally, there’s the issue of materials. The key concern with previous space shuttles was maintenance cost; after a single mission, most of the parts had to be replaced. Now it’s different. Our new materials, as you said, are better suited for space and might even be able to withstand solar storms, magnetic fields, radiation, etc., and return to Earth without needing replacent. Space shuttles made with these materials could certainly have many parts reused."
"This also leads to reduced costs. As long as we can reduce costs, there will be a market!"
Zhao Yi was surprised by Liu Jiankun’s speech. He didn’t know much about the ’market’ for space, and promptly asked, "What market?"
"We can manufacture transport ships to carry fuel into space, along with supplies, equipnt, offer satellite maintenance, replacent services, and so on. We could also create ships specifically to recover satellites and clean up space debris."
"If we continue to think bigger, we could even make space sightseeing ships, which might bring in a steady inco."
"But most importantly, if we manage to rise to beco the world’s top company for small spacecraft, we could establish a core technological advantage. The future will definitely be an era of space. If we have the core advantage, we can set industry standards and stand at the very top of the supply chain!"
Liu Jiankun spoke filled with anticipation, his eyes seemingly shining with golden light.
Zhao Yi couldn’t help but give Liu Jiankun a big thumbs up. It truly took capability to serve as the general manager of the Aviation Group.
Just the last point alone—achieving technical superiority in small spacecraft and setting industry standards—made any initial investnt worthwhile.
Once space technology takes off, companies at the top can just lie back and rake in the cash.
This was indeed very tempting.
After thinking it over, Zhao Yi realized he had no reason to refuse, since it was he who originally proposed the idea of establishing a company for space technology research.
Now, Liu Jiankun had elaborated on many excellent ideas and even clarified the future profit opportunities.
What else could he do?
He could only agree!
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