Everything Was in Place

On a certain day in a certain month of a certain year, the "Project Starlight" satellite Satellite Cluster had been operating normally for several years, bringing world peace and abundant harvests.

Without warning, the sun suddenly entered a brief period of activity. As the density of the Solar Wind increased, the concave surface of the Fluid Plane Membrane reflector in Geostationary Orbit underwent a slight deformation, causing the focal point on the ground to shift eastward by several kilometers.

The off-center light-receiving area lacked microcrystalline silicon solar cells, preventing the absorption of extremely intense light and heat. As a result, the outdoor temperature there skyrocketed from 28 degrees Celsius to 82 degrees Celsius within seven minutes. Instead of dissipating heat, the ground accumulated a large amount of heat and released it into the air, triggering Foehn Wind. Wherever the Foehn Wind passed, vegetation burned, and most organisms could not survive in this extreme environment.

"This simulation objectively demonstrates that once the ground focus shifts from the preset position, it will cause enormous losses." Shen Qi was reporting to an important leader who was very concerned about the progress of the "Project Starlight."

"Nuclear energy has brought convenience to mankind, but at the same time, nuclear leaks have also endangered mankind. So should every nuclear power plant be shut down? The reality is that nuclear power plants all over the world are still operating. So my attitude is that safety comes first and prevention is paramount. Returning to the 'Project Starlight,' I will now present the next simulation demonstration to the leadership." Shen Qi started the simulation program, and the relevant content was vividly demonstrated on the large screen.

On a certain day in a certain month of a certain year, without any warning, the sun suddenly entered a brief period of activity, causing a slight deformation of the concave surface of the Fluid Plane Membrane reflector of the reflecting satellite, which caused the ground focus to shift eastward by several kilometers.

One second later, the Fluid Plane Membrane carried by the reflector Satellite Cluster rapidly rolled up and contracted, and the huge reflectors in the Synchronous Orbit contracted into a straight line within a minute. They could no longer focus sunlight on the ground and shifted their illuminated areas to avoid disaster.

Shen Qi explained to the key leaders, "The error prevention mechanism worked. Once the ground focus deviates from the preset position, the reflecting satellite in the sky will stop working within one minute."

The important leader asked, "Is the error prevention mechanism 100% safe?"

Shen Qi shook his head and said, "No, that's not it."

The important leader frowned. "Academician Han cited a large amount of data to prove that the error prevention mechanism is 100% safe. But Academician Shen, you are now telling me that the error prevention mechanism is not 100% safe? Shen Qi, what are your reasons? What is your theoretical basis?"

Shen Qi replied, "Please don't be impatient, leader, I haven't finished yet. The safety factor of the error prevention mechanism used to be 100%, now it's 200%."

"Oh?" The important leader gestured for them to continue.

"The ground focus shift error prevention mechanism utilizes Quantum Leap Technology in its design, so its safety factor is 100%. You must know this, otherwise the 'Project Starlight' wouldn't have been able to progress to its current stage," Shen Qi displayed the relevant data on the large screen.

The key leader, who also understands technology, said, "In other words, you've optimized the original mechanism, making the ground focus shift error prevention mechanism even safer on the basis of absolute safety?"

Shen Qi nodded and said, "Quantum Leap Technology is a cutting-edge technology. Only two countries have fully mastered it: China and the United States. The theoretical basis for Quantum Leap Technology is the Riemann Hypothesis... oh, it should now be called the Riemann Theorem. Coincidentally, I proved the Riemann Hypothesis, so I am probably the person in the world most familiar with this theory."

The important leader laughed heartily, "Look, Academician Shen, this is destiny."

"Next, I will explain to the leadership how the 'Project Starlight' ground focus shift error prevention mechanism, based on Quantum Leap Technology 2.0, works..."

Two hours have passed.

The important leaders listened attentively.

In order to optimize the ground focus shift prevention mechanism of the 'Project Starlight' based on Quantum Leap Technology version 2.0, Shen Qi invented a new calculation method and system model within a month.

According to Shen Qi himself, if he were to publicly disclose this new computing method and system model, he could easily win another Fields Medal or Nobel Prize in Physics. However, he doesn't care about these empty titles; he only wants to complete his job.

"... Therefore, after multiple precise simulations and verifications, sudden ground focus shifts caused by external factors will be corrected in the shortest possible time under the protection of the error-proofing mechanism, without causing a huge impact on the ground. There is only one country that has fully mastered the error-proofing mechanism based on Quantum Leap Technology 2.0, and that is China." Shen Qi said confidently and responsibly.

"Good, very good, excellent!" The important leader nodded in praise, saying, "Thank you, Academician Shen, for your tremendous contributions to the country! On behalf of Comrade XXX, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to Academician Shen!"

"Leader, such a massive project is far beyond what I could accomplish on my own. I merely stood on the shoulders of my predecessors and did what I could. Countless grassroots researchers, builders, and migrants who left their homes are the true heroes of the country. I hope the Party and the country will not fail these unsung heroes." Shen Qi rarely had a private moment with an important leader, and he spoke his mind.

The leader agreed, "Academician Shen is absolutely right. Grassroots forces are the backbone of the entire country, and the Party and the state will certainly not fail to reward those who have made contributions."

"I have a question for the leadership. Should I lock the ground focus shift prevention mechanism to completely eliminate the possibility of human error causing the ground focus shift?" Shen Qi asked seriously.

The leader shook his head and said, "There's no need to lock it down for now. This isn't my personal opinion, but a national decision."

"This..." Shen Qi hesitated, then finally said, "Alright, I will obey the country's decision."

"Academician Shen, you should know very well that national interests come first. Faced with the complex international situation, we have long made our stance clear: we do not want to fight, but we are not afraid to fight, and we will have to fight if necessary. We are open to talks. We will fight to the bitter end." The leader said firmly.

"Understood." Shen Qi's role was to resolve scientific issues. He said, "The ground engineering for 'Project Starlight' is complete, and the 120 reflective satellites are expected to launch next month. The most critical issue— the Fluid Plane Membrane of the reflective satellites—has been properly resolved; I personally oversaw this. In short, everything is ready, just waiting for the right day."

Okay, looking forward to good news.

Thanks to the tireless efforts of the research team led by Shen Qi, the trial operation of the "Project Starlight" has entered the countdown stage, and 120 reflector satellites have been delivered to the Wenchang Launch Base.

Shen Qi waited expectantly, hoping everything would go smoothly.