Ch. 341Firm Direction
Key Plot Points and Events
- Mirage Dragon series' high demand and short supply have led to massive profits for Chinese tech companies like Mirage Technology, Huawei, Xiaomi, and Hasee.
- International giants, particularly Apple, are struggling due to the shift towards holographic phones.
- Apple's market value has plummeted, and they plan to launch Apple OS 21, a holographic phone, to recover.
- Mirage Technology refuses to cooperate with Apple, aiming to dominate the foreign imaging market and set industry standards.
- Nightglow Base's technological upgrade makes it undetectable by satellites, and the Smart Sky City project enters its ascent phase.
- The ten-meter sphere, the final energy component for the Smart Sky City, is being prepared by Academician Du at Huang'an Base.
- Academician Du and Li discuss the progress of the five-meter sphere's preliminary research, emphasizing the importance of material advancements for miniaturization of controlled nuclear fusion.
Character Developments
- The Vice President of Mirage Technology is confident and ambitious, aiming to monopolize holographic technology and lead the industry.
- Director Yu of Huawei acknowledges the value of mastering core technology and the changing rules of the game in favor of Chinese companies.
- Academician Du and Li are dedicated to their work, with Du expressing determination to advance the China Advancement Plan and Li acknowledging the challenges in miniaturizing controlled nuclear fusion.
Significant Themes
- Mastery of core technology leads to industry dominance and national advancement.
- The struggle for market share and technological superiority between Chinese and international companies.
- The importance of long-term research and development in achieving technological breakthroughs.
Character Interactions
- The Vice President of Mirage Technology and Director Yu of Huawei discuss the industry's situation and their companies' strategies.
- Academician Du and Li discuss the progress and challenges of their research projects, emphasizing the importance of their work for the country's future.