v2 Chapter 1467： lift the stone two

The analysis continues, after all, there is no report on the hypersonic missile. But at this time, it has been introduced by weapon performance, and gradually began to change to the aspect of intelligence leakage. The engineer is most worried about this kind of thing happening. After all, the weapons and equipment developed through hard work have finally been found to be wedding dresses for the enemy.

However, in addition to the CIA, there must be internal self-examination. At least one opportunity cannot be missed, perhaps even the two of them have serious suspicions at this time.

Now, the hypersonic weapons must be reported to the president. After all, this is also a good opportunity to win research and development funds.

During the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, the focus of research and development was very different. The Soviet Union believed that nuclear missiles could solve everything, so it was able to get more funding for missile and nuclear weapons programs. As for the United States, fighter jets and aircraft carriers may receive more resources. Although the US economy is much better than the Soviet Union, and it has invested a lot in missiles.

But on the whole, it is definitely not as good as others. Then the final result is naturally much worse than that of the Soviets. But as a missile expert, especially in the field of hypersonic missiles. Of course want to make a breakthrough. It's hard to cook without rice; if the White House agrees to invest more in research and development, Congress will naturally pass it.

The missile expert said very seriously: "Hypersonic missiles refer to missiles with a maximum speed exceeding Mach 5 in a broad sense. The maximum speed of most ballistic missiles also exceeds Mach 5, which is a hypersonic missile in a broad sense."

"The Soviet Union itself is ahead of us in the field of missiles. Therefore, the speed of developing hypersonic speed is naturally faster than ours."

After all, Reagan was not a military expert, and he was only half-understood. Therefore, he asked: "What is the obvious difference between a hypersonic missile and a ballistic missile, and how do I hear it?"

This is normal, let alone an actor-turned-president. Many military experts may not be very clear. After all, hypersonic missiles are still just a concept. No one has seen it, everything is based on imagination and theoretical values ​​obtained from data analysis.

Missile expert: "Intercontinental ballistic missile, its terminal flight speed can even reach Mach 25, which is a hypersonic missile in a broad sense. But the hypersonic missile proposed by Bao Zixuan is only a narrow hypersonic missile. The main attack is mainly flying in the atmosphere; the maximum speed exceeds Mach 5, even above Mach 20, and can implement large-scale maneuvers. Relying on ultra-high flight speed and super maneuverability to avoid the interception of enemy air defense missiles, and Traditional ballistic missiles are difficult to achieve large maneuvers during flight."

"There are also ballistic missiles with relatively fixed ballistics, which can be intercepted by anti-missile systems. But hypersonic missiles in the narrow sense, end orbits, even if the launcher does not know the specific route; therefore, there is no way to intercept, at least the existing Technology certainly can't do that."

"The interception success rate is at most 1 in 10,000, or even smaller."

Although I don't understand it very well, I don't need to understand everything. As long as you know who can develop him and the strategic effects that can be achieved, it is enough.

Reagan: "What is the current development of the US hypersonic missiles; I need the most accurate information."

Hearing this, the expert was ecstatic. Finally got a chance to get a congressional appropriation, no more waiting at this time.

Missile expert: "At present, the US hypersonic missiles are still in the theoretical stage. After all, Congress has not allocated funds for this project, and the research and development cannot proceed at all."

Hearing such a low interception success rate, the Soviets made a technical breakthrough. They are still only at the theoretical stage, which is a very dangerous thing. During the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, as long as one side had weapons and equipment, the other side tried their best to have them. Otherwise, the strategy will be unequal, and the self-confidence will be insufficient.

Reagan: "As an authority on missiles, I wonder if the United States needs to develop hypersonic missiles."

This is to express oneself, but also in front of the president.

The missile expert said firmly: "The United States needs it very much."

"Although ballistic missiles can also be regarded as hypersonic missiles, they are not easily used. If they are not equipped with nuclear bombs, the power of ballistic missiles is not so prominent. And all countries in the world regard ballistic missiles as nuclear weapons carriers."

"It is not useful to fight a small country, with the military strength of the United States; through conventional weapons, pay attention to dealing with it. If you launch a ballistic missile at a country like the Soviet Union, you must think that you are equipped with a nuclear warhead. Then the other party will ignore it and launch it. Nuclear missiles strike back; in the end it can only destroy each other.”

“Whereas a hypersonic cruise missile is an inexpensive missile launched in the atmosphere, similar to a conventional cruise missile. But it flies faster and uses a supersonic combustion ramjet as a power source to achieve hypersonic flight. The development of technical hypersonic weapons is less difficult, less risky, and relatively low cost. The penetration and evasion capabilities are strong, but the requirements for the engine are extremely high.”

At this time, Reagan finally understood a general idea, and the meaning was obvious. The United States should develop hypersonic missiles, and the development cost of such missiles is not very high, but the deterrent effect is very obvious.

Reagan said decisively: "The United States must develop hypersonic missiles. As an expert in this area, you have to make a budget. I will urge Congress to pass this funding."

Experts say nothing about the lack of mention of nuclear torpedoes. After all, the US Navy has enough funding. Moreover, the United States is indeed stepping up the development of nuclear torpedoes. At this time, we must not make excessive demands.

After the two experts left, Reagan said to William Joseph Casey: "Regarding the leak of the nuclear bomb, you have to hurry up. Since you know it was done by Soviet agents, don't be polite."

"But there is one more thing to pay attention to now, about the Heiyun Group and Bao Zixuan. We must monitor them closely and treat them as a strategic opponent. This young man has grown too fast, and he is already capable of threatening to America's national security."

"And this young man is very rich. If he helps the Soviet Union, he will inevitably become a big problem for his confidants. I really don't know how to deal with it."

Reagan still couldn't make up his mind on how to deal with Bao Zixuan. If you want to do it once and for all, perhaps assassination is the best option. But this kind of behavior is not desirable, once it is known that it is the CIA. Then they will all be unlucky. After all, in the face of huge wealth, no one can be indifferent.

William - Joseph - Casey: "Bao Zixuan is currently in Saudi Arabia, with Prince Sultan's daughter. The latter is pregnant, this is the news from Saudi Arabia."

"However, the security measures around Bao Zixuan are very strict. Even if you want to start, it is not so easy. Therefore, I suggest that it is still through economic means; anti-monopoly investigation and sanctions may be the way to solve the problem."

Although Reagan was born in Hollywood, after becoming president, he must not be so gossipy. But I heard that Bao Zixuan still has this relationship with Prince Sultan. It is even more able to show that this kid has great ambitions, and even wants to seek the entire Middle East.

But for economic sanctions, Reagan really didn't think about it. Bao Zixuan is very disciplined in his business. If he imposes economic sanctions on the Black Cloud Group, the US economy will inevitably suffer losses.

Reagan: "This is an issue that the Ministry of Commerce and the tax department need to consider I want to hear their opinions. But we must not relax the monitoring of Bao Zixuan."

"It has not yet reached the point of action; there are only the two of us here, and we are not afraid of outsiders knowing. If we do it, can we both get a good death! Remember, this is the last resort; don't use it as a last resort. Do not use it lightly. It's okay to be an agent, but to deal with the super-rich, and other dignitaries; but be very careful."

"When we break the rules of the game, then people will ignore it. The Black Cloud Group recruits so many veterans, and it may also have this consideration."

Hearing that Reagan didn't want to do it himself, Director Casey finally felt relieved. He is also worried that if the president does not calm down one day; if he wants to do something to Bao Zixuan, then he will definitely be unlucky.

The richest man Bao didn't know yet that his actions in Saudi Arabia almost killed him. It's really like shooting yourself in the foot, although it didn't hit. But it also makes Americans even more afraid. It will become extremely difficult for the Black Cloud Group to do anything in the future, or to obtain some technology from the United States.

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