Chapter 83 Finding Faults (Third Update) The size of the sonic flaw detector is not very large, but it is really not available in average-sized repair shops.
After all, Wasteland's life is worthless. If the parts are broken, just replace them. How big a deal is it if there are hidden dangers? The cold wave has not come recently, so the maintenance engineers are much less stressed.
Among the adventurers from other places, there were also maintenance technicians who took on some maintenance work.
This woman has always suspected that Qu Jianlei lion opens its mouth, but she can never find the right person.
Yesterday, she finally found the maintenance man in the city, the one wearing the oil-stained sleeves.
This person heard that someone had detected a hidden danger in the spindle of Cleaner Type-3, and asked what kind of sonic flaw detector was used.
Flaw detectors are not cheap to begin with. The higher the grade, the more expensive they are.
The strong man and the woman recalled for a long time, and also described the various tools at that time - they felt that nothing was particularly professional.
The maintenance man was angry. He was his enemy in the past, but a half-hearted man opened his mouth in front of his house. Who could bear this? So early this morning, he came to ask questions.
When Qu Jianlei heard what he said, he looked at him suspiciously. This kind of external negotiation was usually done by Hua Xiezhi.
However, she does not understand mechanical maintenance.
So Qu Jianlei refused very bluntly, "It's none of your business!"
The man wearing the sleeves turned dark, "Then you are suspected of fraud. Do you know what the crime is?"
Suspected of fraud... Qu Jianlei glanced sideways at Spencer and simply said one word, "Get out!"
This stupid Old Swindler has deceived many people, and you don't care about it. Now you're calling me a fraud? The maintenance man's face darkened, "Do you believe it or not, I reported it to the city... have you considered the consequences?"
"Put it down," Cindy couldn't help it. She was very familiar with this kind of thing. "I want to report it without evidence. Settlement, does your family drive it?"
The maintenance man glanced at her, with an indescribable weirdness in his eyes.
"No," Spencer was anxious and couldn't help shouting. He was really familiar with these things.
"Old Driver, as long as he gets a good spindle, it will be considered as evidence!"
"What the hell..." Cindy felt like cursing, "Zhou Six Settlement Area, are they all like this?"
Qu Jianlei looked at the maintenance man, with a strange light in his eyes, and asked slowly, "As a maintenance man, how can you do such a dirty thing?"
There is a kind of ethics called industry ethics. For example, financial personnel cannot mess with money, otherwise their careers will be ruined.
The same goes for maintenance engineers. Corruption or robbery are not considered serious crimes. They can continue to do their jobs after being released from prison.
But if you mess around professionally and your reputation is ruined, you won't be able to continue doing it.
The man wearing the greasy sleeves turned red when he heard this - technical people are generally more shameless.
Because of his work, he knew some people in society and hesitated to frame them. This was not difficult to do.
But if he really does this, he will be discrediting his profession.
So he hesitated and replied, "If you can't prove that you are not a liar, then don't blame me for being rude!"
Hua Xiezhi's eyes flashed with danger, "You want us to prove our innocence, is this a threat?"
Spencer added a leisurely stab to the side, "It's just that people in the same profession are jealous of each other... It's just not easy to do a regular job."
He is a side hustler, and there is competition among peers, but everyone is shady and most of the time emphasizes cooperation.
Another middle-aged man couldn't help it and coughed lightly, "I have no intention of making false accusations, I just want to verify the truth."
Cindy said coldly, "In what capacity are you trying to verify the truth?"
The man replied in a deep voice, "My name is Geng Shou Gong, and I am responsible for the maintenance management and certification of the entire Residential Area."
Repair shops are self-contained and not easy to open.
Wilderness camps are a mixed bag, let alone small shops. Repair shops at supply depots must have certified maintenance technicians.
This is not simply for the sake of customers, the main thing is this system, Residential Area must be in hand.
For example, Qu Jianlei does not open a store and only takes orders sporadically at home, and no one else can take care of it.
Geng Shou Gong's words also showed that the other party came here not just to make things worse, but because he really thought he had met a liar.
But when it comes to this link, it is Cindy's strength. "How many Rank A maintenance technicians does Universe Six have?"
"Ma'am, you are kidding," Geng Shou Gong replied seriously, "Rank A is all in Main Settlement."
He proudly said, "Universe Six has a total of five Rank B, two of which were certified by me!"
Rank B maintenance technicians are really good. Generally, there will be no more than three Residential Area.
Cindy remembers clearly that when her late husband was here, there were only two Rank B maintenance technicians in the entire Zhou Three Settlement Area.
One of them was already old and almost dying, but even then, he was still supported by everyone.
She looked at the man in the sleeves thoughtfully, "This Rank B... was also certified by you?"
"He is only C-level," Geng Shou Gong replied calmly, "But it has been many years, Rank B is only a matter of time."
These words are very reasonable, but Cindy shook his head, "It's just a C level, you don't have the right to question my boss."
"I am Rank B," Geng Shou Gong pointed at himself and spoke seriously, "I was certified by Main Settlement... Do I need to see the certificate?"
He could feel that the other party was not only not easy to mess with, but also not a wild person. Of course, he had to pay attention to the rules.
The books Qu Jianlei read were actually not aimless. Zhou Six Settlement Area can really be called "Order is acceptable".
But the premise is that you have to be as strong as Buduo to have the qualifications to reason with Universe Six.
Those guys who can even trick Spencer have no right to talk about Order.
Cindy raised his chin and said unceremoniously, "Then please show me."
Geng Shou Gong took out a card and shook it, "Is it okay?"
"Wait a minute," Cindy shouted, "How come the chain underneath Rank B... has become a dark pattern?"
"Expert!" Geng Shou Gong gave a thumbs up, "I just changed my certificate the year before last, and I just happened to go back Zhou Headquarters."
Cindy nodded at Qu Jianlei Diandian, "Boss, there should be no problem with your identity."
"It's so annoying," Qu Jianlei couldn't help but mutter, "I don't rely on this business to make a living."
"Wait a minute," Geng Shou Gong said, "Friend, if you can prove your strength, I can introduce you to a big job!"
Qu Jianlei was really moved when he heard this. He didn't need a small amount of money, but Mutated Crystal... it was too expensive.
And there is a saying on Blue Star - make friends Duo Duo, and make enemies less.
But after thinking about it, he asked again, "Are there any benefits that can be obtained immediately?"
Geng Shou Gong was also stunned for a moment before asking, "Have you read the maintenance technicians' publications?"
Publications? Qu Jianlei's heart trembled suddenly. Now Wasteland... actually still has publications? Fortunately, he always wears a scarf on his face, so he doesn't worry about others seeing through it.
So he asked, "What type of publication are you talking about... materials, power, electronic control, sensing, or integrated detection, attack and defense?"
"Expert!" Geng Shou Gong gave a thumbs up calmly, but his heart was filled with turmoil.
Anyone who does maintenance knows that equipment is composed of various systems and components. It is not surprising to know this.
But if you think there are publications on these details, then if you are not Madman, you are exposed to a very high level!
This kind of news may not be accessible even to Rank A maintenance technicians.
Geng Shou Gong himself has never come across similar detailed publications, but he knows very well that there is such a thing!
So what the other party said shows that he really has a background.
"I'm not an expert," Qu Jianlei shook his head. I have just experienced the era of information explosion.
He has really come into contact with many related publications on Blue Star, and there are too many subdivided fields. What he says is not bragging.
Then he asked, very bluntly, "What can you show me?"
This question is a bit philistine, but he is really not afraid to ask it - want to tell me what to do? Please bring out some Xi Lai.
"I only have comprehensive ones," Geng Shou Gong felt a little hot, "Subdivided items... are not very convenient for the time being."
The maintenance man wearing oil-stained sleeves was shocked, "Sir, are there really subdivisions?"
"Shut up!" Geng Shou Gong glared at him impatiently. If it weren't for you, would I be so embarrassed? The strong man and the woman had been stunned for a long time... We were complaining about someone.
Geng Shou Gong smiled at Qu Jianlei, "I happen to have a journal with me. Can you take a look at it?"
Qu Jianlei didn't do anything, just looked at the other person - just talking, is that interesting?
Geng Shou Gong took out a book from his arms and handed it to Spencer next to him.
Qu Jianlei took it from Old Swindler and turned it over twice. It was really... something.
He has come into contact with many scientific journals at Blue Star, and this is the first time he has come into contact with the scientific journals at Wasteland.
Moreover, the text here is the fourth type of text, and there are many professional terms. He has never been exposed to it before, so he really doesn't understand it.
However, it is undeniable that the civilization of Wasteland before Doomsday was really awesome.
Even though it has declined now, some ideas are still far superior to Blue Star. I cannot accept this.
After a few cursory glances, he had a clear understanding that this journal was really good and could not be bought on the market.
Just as he was thinking about what to say, he felt a sudden pain in his head.
Somehow, he could feel that the artificial intelligence Xiao Hu also seemed to want to include this journal.
However, it's normal. Who can resist the temptation of "the first time"? So he nodded slightly, "Okay, although this journal... forget it, I can give you a reasonable explanation."
"Sure enough, there is no sonic flaw detector?" Geng Shou Gong was immediately overjoyed, this time it really happened! "I will record the entire process of your explanation, and finally... can you sign to confirm it?"
"Signing... please wait a moment for this," Qu Jianlei's eyes looked a little strange, "What process do you plan to record?"
Chapter 84: Thirsty for Talent (Fourth Update) Geng Shou Gong was stunned when he heard Qu Jianlei's question, "I plan to record the explanation process... didn't I agree?"
"I never said I wanted to explain it to you," Qu Jianlei replied seriously, "I just said I can give you an explanation!"
To explain and... to give an explanation, Geng Shou Gong thought for a while and asked, "What's the difference between the two?"
The two are not the same thing at all, okay? Qu Jianlei feels a little helpless.
"Do you think I should explain to you how we can detect hidden dangers in the spindle without a flaw detector?"
"Isn't it this?" Geng Shou Gong became more and more confused, "There is no explanation, how can you confirm it?"
"By the way, I just need a confirmation," Qu Jianlei waved his hand, "Just bring over ten or eight spindles."
"I'll help you detect hidden dangers and non-hidden dangers... is that enough?"
The maintenance technician wearing oil-stained sleeves couldn't help it, "What about the inspection process?"
"Don't ask about the process, I'll just give you the results," Qu Jianlei said without even looking at him, "There are so many people who want to be my apprentice... Are you worthy of that?"
"Hurry up and get the spindle, we're in a hurry to go hunting."
The group of people exchanged confused glances for a while, and finally turned and left.
About half an hour later, several people came over with three spindles.
After putting down the spindle, everyone else left, leaving Geng Shou Gong alone.
This reaction was a bit interesting, so Qu Jianlei no longer avoided him.
He looked around the three main axes, touched them one by one, and raised his hand to knock.
Geng Shou Gong kept staring, frowning tightly: Is this the test? Qu Jianlei After turning it around once, he raised his head and said, "The three spindles... are all scrapped."
"Huh?" Geng Shou Gong pointed at one of them, "Is there something wrong with this one too?"
"There are hidden dangers," Qu Jianlei answered simply. "There are a lot of trachoma inside, so it should be a substandard product."
"Trachoma..." Geng Shou Gong was suddenly shocked. He originally thought that this spindle was good.
In fact, in the eyes of Wasteland people, parts with blisters are not a big problem.
This is the case in a society where materials are scarce. You can barely use it. Trachoma will only lead to a reduction in the strength and durability of the components.
Of course, if it is found to be "substandard goods", it will naturally not be allowed to continue to be sold.
But the next moment, his shock was replaced by stronger curiosity.
He couldn't bear it anymore, so he asked aloud, "Can you tell me how you detected it?"
Qu Jianlei looked sideways at him and found that besides being curious, his eyes were clear.
He looked at it for four or five seconds, then finally sighed and asked helplessly, "What is the principle of the sonic flaw detector?"
"Of course it's based on the reflection of the echo..." Geng Shou Gong replied subconsciously, and then he was stunned.
"Yes, it's an echo," Qu Jianlei asked naturally, "Didn't you notice that I knocked on the spindle one by one?"
Geng Shou Gong has indeed considered this, but this possibility... is really unacceptable to him.
Even after receiving confirmation from the other party, he still couldn't help but say, "Isn't this a little too fake?"
Qu Jianlei doesn't mind the other party's offense, because he knows very well that his answer is a bit weird.
He just said calmly, "Just because you can't do something, doesn't mean others can't do it."
You obviously haven't heard of the story of the eighth-level fitter... There is even the legend of the eighth-level plus.
Geng Shou Gong was stunned for a while, then nodded slightly in disbelief, "So, what's the problem with the other two spindles?"
"It's scrapped anyway, why do you ask so many questions?" Qu Jianlei didn't intend to satisfy his curiosity.
It's enough to show off your skills. To survive in Wasteland, it's very necessary to hide your clumsiness appropriately.
But his attitude wasn't too bad, "You can confirm if you go back and check whether there are sand holes on this spindle."
"I definitely want to check this," Geng Shougong nodded without hesitation.
"It's not that I don't believe you, but this kind of thing is too unbelievable. The craftsmanship of the spindle... how can there be blisters?"
"Yeah," Qu Jianlei nodded Diandian with deep sympathy, "I was also very curious, and I knocked more during the test."
Once technology nerds talk about technology, it's easy to get caught up in it.
However, Geng Shou Gong still has some official status. He asked casually, "Have you ever been certified as a maintenance technician?"
He wanted to confirm whether this person only had this skill, or was also strong in other aspects.
Qu Jianlei did not answer directly, but asked, "Why do you need certification?"
"Why not get certification?" Geng Shou Gong was successfully diverted from his train of thought, "Isn't it good to have a job that guarantees harvests during droughts and floods?"
Qu Jianlei replied calmly, "I don't like the kind of life where the end can be seen at a glance."
This view is somewhat similar to that of the rebellious girl Claire, but he does not like an ordinary, uneventful life.
Geng Shou Gong was defeated by this answer. It must be admitted that some people are indeed unwilling to be ordinary.
Then, there is no need to continue this topic, "If there is a difficult maintenance job in the future, are you willing to take it?"
"It depends on the situation," Qu Jianlei replied lightly, "Actually, I'm not short of this little money."
Small money... Geng Shou Gong continues to be speechless. He made four hundred Silver Coin in less than two days. Do you call this small money?
He could feel that the other party was indeed not short of money, and the equipment and layout in the yard already showed this.
However, do you want to be so loud? "Can you polish a decent engine by hand?"
Qu Jianlei thought about it, then nodded slightly, "An engine that is not too difficult should have no problem."
"But I don't have much interest in this. It's such a waste of time. There's no need to live on this."
Not interested...Geng Shou Gong was speechless again, but through this answer, he basically judged the other party's maintenance level.
Just for this one hand, there is no problem in obtaining a Grade C Repairman certification.
If there are no obvious shortcomings in other aspects, it should not be difficult to obtain Rank B certification.
Why is such a master of mechanical maintenance so uninterested in his own specialty?
Geng Shou Gong I wish I could force this guy into Settlement to stop him from being so dishonest.
But then I thought about it, if this person really takes this path, sooner or later he will be certified Rank A, Universe Six... and there will be no one left.
For him, discovering the Rank A maintenance technician is an achievement, but improving the local maintenance level and prospering the market is also a credit.
So he stopped worrying about this, but there was still a problem.
He had to think of a way to increase the other party's interest in maintenance and not to waste his skills.
Geng Shou Gong thought for a moment before speaking, "You seem to be very interested in mechanical journals?"
"Well," Qu Jianlei Diandian nodded. He didn't hide this, "You don't have to worry about many arts."
"I can provide you with journals," Geng Shou Gong stared into his eyes and spoke slowly.
"In exchange, you have to help Universe Six repair the equipment three times a year when the time is convenient... at a reasonable price."
They emphasized "convenient timing" and "reasonable price". How can you say that they are sincere?
"Forget it," Qu Jianlei shook his head simply, "I don't like any restrictions... I can spend money to buy journals."
"Can money buy this?" Geng Shou Gong was angry and funny, "My conditions are already very relaxed."
Qu Jianlei continued to shake his head, "I don't even know if I will continue to stay at Universe Six after spring."
"Once I agree to your request, I will definitely do it. This will affect my future plans."
Geng Shou Gong Silently, I forgot that this person is still a foreigner.
However, someone who values commitment so much can't do anything bad, right?
In fact, Qu Jianlei is lying. Cindy mother and daughter have already applied for Settlement identity. If no accident occurs, he will live in Universe Six.
However, if you agree to the other party's repairs, you will be somewhat restricted. More importantly, his existence will become very high-profile.
Geng Shou Gong thought about it and asked tentatively, "Can I help you get the identity of Universe Six?"
"What do I need that thing for?" Qu Jianlei asked disapprovingly, "I told you, I don't want an ordinary life."
Indeed it is! Geng Shou Gong tried to make a last-ditch effort, "Mechanical maintenance actually has a lot to offer!"
Qu Jianlei continued to shake his head, "That's only your potential, not mine!"
Geng Shou Gong rolled his eyes and asked tentatively, "Then I'll rent it to you, Silver Coin one copy at a time?"
"Thank you very much," Qu Jianlei replied without hesitation, "I will help with repairs for a fee when it is convenient."
He didn't think the price was outrageous. Strictly speaking, this thing was priceless.
Geng Shou Gong grinned, "How many copies can I get you first?"
He is responsible for mechanical maintenance and has relevant resources. Settlement has published more than a thousand books and periodicals in this area.
"The more, the better," Qu Jianlei replied without hesitation. In this regard, he was really willing to spend money.
Putting aside his nature as a technical nerd, after taking revenge, he still has to survive and practice, and it is important to master the art of making money.
Geng Shou Gong asked calmly, "Then... two thousand copies?"
Qu Jianlei was obviously startled. He really didn't expect that there were so many books related to Universe Six.
The next moment, he nodded simply, "Okay."
When he left Zhou Three, his banknotes were less than two thousand. Fortunately, he didn't spend much money on the road and made a small profit.
It was the same after he came to Universe Six. Although the cost was not small, the four hundred yuan Silver Coin order still helped him regain his health.
Now that he has gathered his money together, he only has Buduo to get to two thousand Silver Coin.
If it's really not enough, you can use Energy Block to top up the account - you can even make a profit from the price difference.
Seriously, this kind of opportunity is so rare that it's worth emptying your pockets for.
Geng Shou Gong was startled when he saw the other party, but he was still laughing secretly in his heart.
After hearing this answer, he was also stunned: No way, is this guy so rich?
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