As Everyone Knows

Graphene was first successfully separated from graphite by British scientists Geim and Novoselov using a micromechanical exfoliation method. Geim and Novoselov were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for this achievement.

The "novel Graphene nanocomposite film" invented by Shen Qi Research Center draws on the successful experience of Geim and Novoselov.

After all the twists and turns, the patent development rights for "a novel Graphene nanocomposite film" were taken over by the British. There's not much to say about that; after all, it's all in black and white, and the past is gone with the wind.

Dr. Lowry continued, "China's 'Project Starlight' has amazed the world; it is a miracle in the history of human science and technology."

"Oh." Shen Qi gave a nonchalant snort. This bald guy actually had designs on our "Project Starlight"?

"As we all know, the core of the 'Project Starlight' is the Satellite Cluster in Synchronous Orbit, and the core of the reflector Satellite Cluster is the Fluid Plane Membrane it carries. In fact, BNE has invested a lot of money and manpower in the research of Fluid Plane Membrane. This research has lasted for more than ten years and has also achieved research results in the laboratory under weightless conditions. I have to say that compared with Professor Shen's team, our BNE has not done well enough." Dr. Lowry said, a little envious and jealous.

There are many ways to say "as is widely known" in English.

Laurie used "as everyone knows".

The "Project Starlight" is a series of national strategic projects in China, and its technological secrecy level is five stars.

Now everyone knows the technical details of "Project Starlight".

Of course, "everyone" is a rather exaggerated usage.

Shen Qi is a very detail-oriented person; he corrected "as everyone knows" to "as we know".

We represent industry professionals.

Industry insiders are well aware of the technical principles behind the "Project Starlight," and they also have access to information that the patented inventor of the Fluid Plane Membrane of the most crucial component of the "Project Starlight"—the reflective satellite—is the Condensed Matter Physics Laboratory of the Shen Qi Research Center.

To be honest, Shen Qi did not deliberately increase the number of papers he published.

Publishing 98 papers in a month is not an extraordinary achievement.

If Shen Qi wanted to publish more papers, his total number of papers would have already surpassed Euler's 886.

With just one "Project Starlight," Shen Qi can generate thousands of papers.

The Shen Qi Research Center has produced a large number of papers on the topic of Fluid Plane Membrane for reflective satellites alone.

These papers have not been published yet due to various considerations.

Shen Qi looked at Dr. Lowry and asked, "So?"

Laurie said, "Therefore, BNE wants to collaborate with Shen Qi Research Center."

Shen Qi asked with piercing eyes, "Cooperation on Fluid Plane Membrane?"

Laurie nodded. "Yes."

Shen Qi smiled and continued, "Does Britain also want to do a project to generate electricity by reflecting sunlight from satellites?"

Randolph, representing the British government, chimed in. "It's just a concept at the moment and needs further study."

Shen Qi said sincerely, "Considering your country's actual situation, I do not recommend that your country follow our example in conducting research on focusing Solar Energy power generation using Satellite Cluster reflectors. Nuclear power plants are sufficient to meet your country's electricity needs. So let's talk about the next project. Dr. Lowry."

"Oh..." The British staff made various awkward expressions.

The next speaker was Dr. Lowry, who composed himself and said, "Actually, BNE started academic cooperation with the Shen Qi Research Center several years ago, and we hope that both sides will continue to maintain a friendly cooperative relationship."

"That's a good idea," Shen Qi affirmed.

"The inventors of the H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane are Professor Shen's Condensed Matter Physics research team. The commercial developer of this invention is BNE. The invention of the H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane has been commercialized as an advanced electronic device, supplied to companies in aerospace, automotive, and other industries. Regarding the H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane as a commercial product, BNE is a supplier to NASA, Mercedes, BMW, Land Rover, Volvo, and other institutions and companies, involving an annual output value exceeding Pound Sterling 500 million..."

Dr. Lowry spoke eloquently, and in Shen Qi's mind, he was more like a businessman—a businessman with a doctorate, a top-notch laboratory, and technical expertise.

The patent for H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane was invented by Chinese people, and after changing hands several times, it was finally sold to the British.

The British commercialized this invention and supplied it to institutions and companies such as NASA, Mercedes, BMW, Land Rover, and Volvo.

Apart from NASA and BMW, several other companies have seen a surge of Chinese capital, with Chinese investors acquiring a stake in these well-known automakers.

Therefore, in the context of globalization, we are all interconnected and interdependent.

Shen Qi took sips of coffee every now and then, calculating in his mind. "Our lab's patented invention was sold to you for two million Pound Sterling, and you've built a business with an annual output value of over 500 million Pound Sterling based on that patent. As a high-tech product supplier, the profits won't be low."

"Our factory in Yorkshire specializes in producing electronic devices H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane. Professor Shen is welcome to visit us there," Dr. Lowry said sincerely.

"I haven't been to the UK in a long time. I'd like to visit sometime," Shen Qi said. He then asked, "H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane have already been commercially produced in the UK. Dr. Lowry has talked so much about this old topic. Why not get straight to the point and tell us what the Chinese side needs to do?"

Dr. Lowry: "We hope Professor Shen can recommend a few Chinese companies. BNE is very sincere in cooperating with Chinese companies and providing the best services to China."

"You want to set up a joint venture factory in China, right?" Shen Qi thought to himself, "You've gone off-topic, buddy. Shouldn't you be negotiating with our Ministry of Commerce about joint ventures?"

Shen Qi, representing the Commerce Bureau, suggested. "Angel Technology Company, their headquarters are in the capital, you can go and talk to them."

Business-related matters were not originally under Shen Qi's jurisdiction, but since he was knowledgeable in technology, he was given that responsibility.

From a technical perspective, Shen Qi believes that among China's private enterprises, only Angel Technology Company has the capability to cooperate with BNE on some high-tech projects in fields such as new energy and new materials.

Shen Qi truly has no say in a company of this caliber, a state-owned enterprise.

Shen Qi originally intended to sell the patent development rights for H-type Graphene Nanocomposite Membrane to Angel Technology Company, but unfortunately, Angel Technology Company was not very strong at the time, and the domestic sales deal fell through.

After several years of development, Angel Technology Company has greatly improved its strength. Therefore, Shen Qi made this recommendation.

"Angel Technology Company? Okay, actually we've done some research on this company, and it seems like a good partner," Laurie said, smiling slightly. He continued, "Last month, the Shen Qi Research Center published 98 papers in various journals, 45 of which are in Condensed Matter Physics and new materials. We are very interested in the content of these 45 papers, and we would like to have in-depth academic exchanges with scholars from the Shen Qi Research Center regarding these research projects. I estimate the exchanges will last at least two weeks, so we won't discuss the specific academic details at this conference. I kindly request Professor Shen to arrange for us to exchange ideas on the academic issues covered in these 45 papers in a small group discussion after the conference."

The FASTER FASTER Project Team is a major contributor to the Shen Qi Research Center's output, as evidenced by the number of papers they have published.

The paper has already been published, so there are no confidentiality issues. What remains is to fully communicate and seek opportunities for collaboration.

Cooperation is a two-way street and it is fair.

The British want to expand into the Chinese market and continue purchasing Chinese patents.

So what did the Chinese want to get from the British?

Shen Qi represented China, so he certainly couldn't do something that would be a loss. He said, "No problem, we fully support academic exchanges between China and the UK. How about we have a ten-minute tea break first, and then continue our discussion later?"