Super God-Level Top Student
Chapter 888 - 334 Deep Sea Unmanned Cluster_2

Moreover, people in science and engineering often truly admire strength.

Technology is different from literature after all.

The same text can have a hundred different interpretations, even each one may explain a different aspect brilliantly. But whether in science or engineering, the truth is often singular. Any solution that doesn't follow the rules is definitely wrong.

However, when faced with the chief engineer's praise, Qiao Ze simply explained: "The Deep Sea unmanned cluster prospecting units were all designed by Dou Dou."

"Dou Dou?" Xu Zhiyue was first stunned, then smiled wryly after quickly recovering, "That Dou Dou really is a jack-of-all-trades, having to handle design, control the supply chain, arrange production, do quality inspections, responsible for overall engineering design, and even chatting with everyone on Weibo."

"Haha, Uncle Xu, it's not just that, Dou Dou might be serving as an Instructor at school too," Su Mucheng couldn't help interjecting.

Perhaps it's the overflowing maternal instincts after becoming happy, but whenever Su hears someone praising Dou Dou, she becomes particularly delighted. She even can't help but to show off a bit.

It's similar to the feeling of one's own child being complimented.

"Yes, yes, yes, recruitment propaganda official, Instructor, artificial intelligence is now much more capable than the average person," Xu Zhiyue lamented.

This was truly heartfelt.

Often, these engineers would discuss internally what the next generation could do in the future.

Thirty years ago, being able to use CAD for drawing made one a highly advanced designer. You could be treated like royalty in any factory. Twenty years ago, understanding how to operate digital industry platforms, and setting up computers on various machine tools, meant a monthly salary over ten thousand was no problem.

Now, everything has become intelligent.

The platforms provided by Dou Dou allow any process to directly call upon already-designed blueprints.

Just like how most assembly lines are now automated. Other production lines still require them to write and optimize programs, but most of the system monitoring, maintenance, and quality control on the assembly lines of the Deep Sea cluster project have been fully automated.

In the rare case of a malfunction, the system can also carry out troubleshooting and repairs extremely intelligently, with very little need for engineer involvement.

Although Dou Dou can't completely replace humans yet, given that this type of artificial intelligence has only emerged for a mere decade or so, and especially considering Dou Dou itself has only been operational for a little over a year, it's very easy for people to become filled with emotion.

There's really not much work left for humans to do.

As long as the costs are further reduced, labor-intensive industries are very likely to be replaced by highly intelligent machines. After all, robots excelling at screwing bolts have not only higher efficiency but also don't complain of hardship or tire, greatly saving on costs, especially management costs.

In other words, artificial intelligence will become the most precious means of production.

At least in Xu Zhiyue's view, that's likely the situation of the future.

Clearly, Qiao Ze was not very interested in these compliments. After the chief engineer finished his reflection, he asked, "Can it officially go underwater tomorrow?"

"No problem. We have already begun the final maintenance and testing operations yesterday and expect to complete them by the afternoon. Following the project requirements set by Dou Dou, the same maintenance and testing have been conducted twice, with all maintenance reports uploaded as backup. Professor Qiao, rest assured, we strictly adhere to the established plan regarding engineering quality," Xu Zhiyue answered seriously. When it comes to engineering quality, this is a serious matter, related to the future success of the entire project. It's even related to the long-term development of the shipyard because this contract, once officially signed, involves ten years or even longer of stable output, and it is a kind of stability that isn't afraid of the client running out of money to place orders.

For any company, it is an extremely important contract.

In fact, the big bosses from the upper-level group all came over today.

If it weren't for Qiao Ze's dislike of having too many people around during visits, it wouldn't just be the technical team accompanying him, but also the group's big bosses and a bunch of people.

"Alright, then we'll head back to the hotel. We'll participate in the launching ceremony tomorrow," Qiao Ze said.

"Ah? But lunch has already been arranged for noon, and Professor Qiao, there's also a meeting in the afternoon, aren't you attending? This was all planned in the previously arranged schedule," Xu Zhiyue touched his head subconsciously and said.

This was a firm task assigned to him by the corporate boss.

Qiao Ze shook his head slightly, while Su Mucheng beside him said with a smile, "Uncle Xu, we've already spoken to my dad, he should have reached Luyun by now, and is rushing over. He will attend the afternoon meeting in place of Qiao Ze."

"Su is here?"

"You still remember my father?"

"Don't be kidding, Su of Xilin Licheng is renowned; who doesn't know him?" Xu Zhiyue said with a wry smile.

As rumors had it, getting Qiao Ze to attend a meeting was indeed challenging.

...

Su Lixing actually didn't want to join in on this bustle. After all, as Su of Xilin Licheng, he's truly very busy.

In the eyes of the public, Su is considered a classic example of an entrepreneur who wins by laying low.

With control over the most advanced artificial intelligence technology in the world and having a say in material science models, these factors alone have already placed Xilin Licheng in an unbeatable position in market competition.

The preemptive advantage brought about by technological monopoly is too strong, and what's most important is his son-in-law Qiao Ze is still alive and quite young.

Let's put it this way, while other conglomerates need constant innovation and change, must keep a close eye on market rhythms, and align with policy orientations, all Xilin Licheng needs is for the CEO to be steady and error-free, and that's largely enough.

But only Su Lixing knows how busy he actually is.

Although his schedule isn't as exaggerated as some portrayed on the Internet, from his perspective, there are still many things to deal with.

Especially after the construction of the Xilin material base began, there's too much for him to learn and understand in-depth.

After all, such large-scale projects are a new field for him, and it can even be said that he's an outsider. As the CEO of the company, he may not need to understand the very specific technologies, but he must have an in-depth understanding of the entire industry.

For example, fixed expenses, factors that cause fluctuations in supply chain market prices, the reputation of main suppliers... He must have a general awareness of the company's financial management, operational supervision, risk management, and other array of complex aspects.

Of course, he could choose not to learn, but that would test the character of the executive team. As it is well-known, it is best not to test human nature.

In addition, if the group wants to be rooted in Xilin, good relationships must be established with many local figures. It's also necessary to clarify the benefits of every aspect of the large-scale project...

In short, no one's money is blown in by the wind.

In the still of the night, Su Lixing would even yearn for Linhai Licheng Software, as after all, it was a business he had been involved in for more than a decade. He had a clear grasp of everything in the company, and by just checking the data and reports, he could instantly realize where there might be a problem. Calling in the relevant person or asking questions or disciplining swiftly usually resolved it.

But now, facing those complex data and reports, although he could discern some issues, he was far from handling it instinctively.

Indeed, being a boss also involves highly technical proficiency in a skilled trade. Having money can offer the luxury of caprice, but also comes with the risk of business failure.

But this time, he had to come...

After all, in a sense, the Deep Sea unmanned cluster project might have originated from his and Qiao Ze's conversation during the New Year. Besides, Xilin Licheng also has some connections to this project.

For instance, the coating material for the Explorer series is produced by Xilin Licheng Paint Company, which is wholly owned by Xilin Licheng.

Even if Xilin Licheng had nothing to do with all these, as Qiao Ze's father-in-law, he ought to help prop up the event for Qiao Ze.

It wouldn't be right to let Qiao Ze, who isn't good at speaking, offend people in such an occasion, would it?

The most interesting part of this world is that some people, despite lacking the ability to succeed in their endeavors, possess the ability to ruin things. Especially since these individuals often have strong egos and can become more destructive once they feel slighted.

The most helpless aspect is, once the trouble is caused and someone needs to take responsibility, those people can just sob and tear up in front of cameras with a convincingly remorseful expression, while countless others grit their teeth and step up at critical moments to clean up the mess they've made...

Su Lixing is here this time to prevent such incidents from happening.

Even though Qiao Ze is reluctant to involve himself in these messy activities, his future father-in-law personally traveling from Xilin to attend gives considerable face to everyone involved.