Survival skills maxed out, I feed my wife and daughter by catching fish and shrimp

The moment he saw the drawings, Chen Changfan’s first feeling was that this was possible!

Although the machine designed by Tang Shao was somewhat complicated and not simple enough in his opinion, it was at least generally feasible.

The only problem, and the most core problem, is how to convert this steam power into mechanical kinetic energy.

Tang Shao designed several ideas, but they were obviously not feasible, so he crossed them out, which led to the lack of institutions here.

However, the merits outweigh the flaws. A blueprint already has the prototype of a steam engine. If Tang Shao is given some time, he might be able to develop the blueprint of the steam engine.

After all, in Chen Changfan's opinion, it is not easy for an ancient person who has only received simple training and does not have a complete scientific experimental idea in his mind to achieve this step.

At least it has far exceeded his own expectations.

Tang Shao became more and more uneasy when he saw Chen Changfan staring at his shabby and scribbled drawing.

I guess the boss must be very disappointed, right?

He felt guilty when he thought about how he had let down his boss's careful teaching over the past few days.

"It's all because I'm too stupid and not well-trained. Please scold me, boss!" Tang Shao said with a guilty look on his face, leaving Hu the bricklayer standing next to him stunned.

If you are in this state and still haven't mastered your skills, then shouldn't I commit suicide by cutting my stomach?

"There's no need to scold me. Science is like climbing a mountain; it can't be accomplished overnight. It's already quite good that you've come up with a blueprint like this."

For this kind of promising talent, Chen Changfan mainly encourages him.

He didn't have high expectations for Hu the bricklayer, so there was no question of scolding him.

"The difficulty of this machine lies in how to convert the reciprocating motion of the piston... no, the lid, into circular motion. Only in this way can steam power be converted into a truly usable power source. Look—"

As Chen Changfan spoke, he drew a device on the drawing.

The device looks very simple, with only a piston, a connecting rod, and a disc.

This is a very classic mechanism in later textbooks, the crank-connecting rod mechanism.

This organization looks simple, but it has the effect of turning decay into something magical.

Tang Shao and Hu the roofer went forward to check. Their brows gradually relaxed and a look of relief appeared in their eyes.

"So that's how it is. With this mechanism, we can convert the force pushing the lid into power that can drive the machine. However, if we want to put it into practical use, I'm afraid we'll have to build a giant iron kettle."

Tang Shao's eyes flashed with excitement, and the look he gave Chen Changfan was so admiring that it was almost like little stars were popping out of his eyes.

The boss is worthy of being the boss!

Such a complex problem can be solved directly through such a simple organization.

I wonder how many times higher this level is than mine.

"It doesn't necessarily have to be an iron kettle. You can try replacing the kettle with a boiler and designing some pressure-bearing pipes to increase the steam pressure. At the same time, you also have to consider the airtightness of the piston, the air release valve, and here, here..."

Chen Changfan took a pen and made dots on the paper, clarifying the many key points of the steam engine one by one, for fear of taking detours in the design and manufacturing process.

After hearing the last part, Hu the roofer looked as if his brain was about to boil, while Tang Shao was extremely excited.

Chen Changfan was not unfamiliar with Tang Shao's look.

That was the look in the eyes of some researchers in the previous life when they had solved a technical problem.

There's light in that look.

"How is it? Do you understand the principle of this machine now?" Chen Changfan was still a little unsure, so he asked again.

Tang Shao nodded heavily.

"The craftsmen and various resources are at your disposal. Can you build this machine within three days?"

"Yes! It must be possible!"

In fact, Tang Shao was a little unsure, but looking at the expectant eyes of his boss, he gritted his teeth and agreed.

Even if I have to work day and night to build this machine.

Chen Changfan nodded slightly, feeling relieved.

If we can really build a steam engine in three days, taking into account the time for debugging and improvements, we may be able to catch up with this batch of orders.

With the steam engine, the efficiency of the loom would probably be several times higher than the previous water wheel.

Thinking of this, Chen Changfan looked at Du Qiniang beside him and said, "If you can succeed with this machine, the pressure on you will be reduced a lot, but you must also be prepared for a tough battle."

Although he thought that this steam engine would most likely not fail, Chen Changfan always liked to keep a backup plan when doing things.

What if the steam engine suddenly breaks down? You can't just sit there and watch.

Du Qiniang pursed her lips, a determined look on her face, "I will definitely live up to your expectations."

Chen Changfan waved his hand, signaling them to go about their business. Although Hu the roofer was not a high-tech scientific research talent like Tang Shao, he had strong hands-on skills. With him around, any complex parts could be made by hand.

"But since Bricklayer Hu is busy here, the shipbuilding has to be put on hold. Hey, Old Shen, hurry up and get back to work. My head is starting to hurt."

Chen Changfan felt a headache just thinking about these complicated clues.

The importance of an excellent butler is undoubtedly demonstrated at this moment.

I don’t know if the old Chinese doctor has gathered all the precious medicines. He is more anxious than Old Shen now.

Gulu!

Chen Changfan's stomach suddenly made a protesting sound.

Today was a very intense day, with both fierce fighting in the water and using our brains. I was so busy that I hadn't had a chance to eat.

Chen Changfan really felt a little hungry at this time. He glanced at the small clay stove on the table and suddenly wanted to eat hot pot.

"Lao Wei, Lao Wei, bring up a copper pot and have Aunt Liu cut up some mutton and sashimi, and bring some wine!"

After a while, a table full of fresh meat and hot pot dishes was ready. Chen Changfan picked up a piece of sashimi and blanched it in boiling water a few times, his mouth almost watering.

“Sizzle——”

Minced ginger and mashed garlic hit the boiling oil, and the green peppercorns explode into golden swirls in the coarse porcelain bowl.

Chen Changfan dipped the fish fillet in the sauce and put it into his mouth without caring about the heat. The fresh and fragrant taste bloomed on his tongue, and he squinted his eyes comfortably.

The sashimi is cut to perfection, each piece of fish is crystal clear and as thin as a cicada's wing.

Boiling the fish with clean water can preserve the freshness of the fish to the greatest extent.

At the same time, the abundant energy and blood contained in the treasure fish were almost not lost and were absorbed by him completely.

It is said that the highest level of eating fish is sashimi, but Chen Changfan is not used to it.

This fish is also delicious when it is boiled in boiling water.

When the second piece of fish entered the mouth, the boiling hot juice burst between the teeth, so delicious that it made people's eyes sore.

Chen Changfan raised his glass and was about to take a sip when he found that Lao Wei was still standing there in a daze.

"Come on, don't just watch, grab a pair of chopsticks and eat with me."

"Boss, this is inappropriate."

"Why are you being so polite to me? Sit down and eat!"

Old Wei felt warm in his heart. He picked up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of fish fillet and put it in his mouth. He almost cried.