Mobile Shelter

Chapter 130 Adding Equipment

Although the proportion of awakened individuals in the Great Xia region is not high, the actual number of awakened individuals with supernatural abilities is not small due to the large population base.

Furthermore, because the Great Xia Dynasty still maintains its original order, the vast majority of awakened individuals are actually under the control of the imperial court.

Those awakened individuals with formidable individual combat abilities might be able to live a life of great influence in other countries.

However, in the Great Xia Dynasty, those Awakened Ones with auxiliary abilities similar to maintenance received much better treatment than those Awakened Ones with strong individual combat abilities.

Therefore, the two requests made by Dong Qi were not difficult for Peng Qi.

Most importantly, Peng Qi concealed his identity as an Awakened from the outside world.

However, Peng Qi's awakened superpower happens to require him to deconstruct various different types of machinery.

Peng Qi's awakened superpower may not have been particularly powerful in the early stages, but after deconstructing a large number of machines in the later stages, the abilities he possesses will be beyond imagination, which can be considered a kind of growth-oriented superpower.

However, even though Peng Qi stayed at the Kyoto Research Institute and held the status of a Level 2 Researcher,

However, it is still quite difficult to get access to some high-precision military machinery, since it is relatively easy to access scientific research equipment while staying in the research institute.

However, if you want to access equipment related to actual combat, unless it is some laboratory products, there is basically no way to access the commonly used products.

The equipment that Dong Qi requested to be repaired this time happened to be the very type of equipment that Peng Qi particularly wanted to disassemble.

Peng Qi originally planned to look for opportunities in the military camp, but with Dong Qi delivering the job to his door, Peng Qi no longer needed to risk a job transfer.

As for Dong Qi wanting to install a robotic arm on his car, if that would be difficult for others...

As long as Dong Qi's requirements for the robotic arm are not too high, installing a robotic arm on his vehicle is not difficult for Peng Qi.

For Dong Qi, the actual effect of the robotic arm is not important. As long as the robotic arm is successfully installed on his vehicle, Dong Qi can quickly improve its strength through upgrades.

"I can help you with both of these things, but whether it's repairing the damaged equipment or installing a robotic arm on your vehicle, it will cost a lot of money. Do you have that much money?"

Let me remind you first, things are different now than before. We can't give you a loan for installation like we did last time.

To resolve these two issues, even if you don't have to pay the full amount upfront, you still need to put up at least 50% as a deposit.

Dong Qi was very happy to hear that Peng Qi could help him solve his needs.

However, when he heard Peng Qi talk about the cost, Dong Qi hesitated for a moment before asking, "At this time, money shouldn't be of much use. I have a lot of supplies from the island nation in my car."

If possible, could you provide an estimate and see if the supplies I brought can help solve these two problems?

However, the damaged equipment not only needs to be repaired, but also needs to be directly connected to the military command center and the vehicle's electronic equipment, as well as matched and connected with the drones and robotic wolves.

Hearing Dong Qi's additional request, Peng Qi thought for a moment before continuing, "The drones and mechanical wolves can be connected to and controlled by the military command center, but you probably don't have the original control password, so if you want to use them normally, you need to find a decryption expert to reset the system."

As for connecting to your car's electrical system, I presume you want to control all the electronic devices in your car in one integrated way, right?

It's actually not complicated. You can use this small military command center as the main unit and then install a touch screen display on your vehicle's control panel.

As long as you're willing to spend the money, getting you a high-definition large screen is no problem.

The main issue now is to assess the actual value of what you can offer in a trade.

Upon hearing Peng Qi's words, Dong Qi didn't hesitate and said decisively, "Do you have a warehouse here? I'll write down the items, and you can give me an estimate."

Hearing Dong Qi say this, Peng Qi asked curiously, "So you're being so decisive? Aren't you afraid I'll quote you a high price if you don't ask someone else?"

And those supplies of yours, why don't you get them appraised by a third party? Aren't you afraid I'll take advantage of you and give you a low price?

In response to Peng Qi's doubts, Dong Qi gave his straightforward answer: "If you doubt someone, don't use them; if you use someone, don't doubt them."

Fortunately, Peng Qi did not intend to cause trouble for Dong Qi in this regard, so after informing the gatekeeper, he prepared to take Dong Qi into the maintenance and renovation workshop inside the research institute.

However, when Peng Qi opened the passenger door, he was surprised to find someone already in the passenger seat. He was stunned for a moment when he saw Suzuki Masako's pretty face, but he quickly recovered.

Dong Qi hadn't expected Peng Qi to open the passenger door directly, so after seeing Peng Qi open the passenger door, he immediately said to Suzuki Masako, "Why don't you go to the rest area in the car and make room for the passenger?"

Under normal circumstances, the passenger seat in Dong Qi's car is quite spacious, and two people can sit side by side without any problem.

But under normal circumstances, who would let their woman sit with another man?

Fortunately, Dong Qi had specially set aside a rest area in the carriage, which allowed Suzuki Masako to go there for a while.

Peng Qi got into the car after Suzuki Masako left.

With Peng Qi leading the way, the gatekeeper finally opened the gate.

Peng Qi first led Dong Qi to a relatively secluded warehouse, allowing the vehicle to enter first. After the warehouse door was closed, Peng Qi explained, "Unload the goods here first, and I'll give you an assessment. If you think it's suitable, then drive the vehicle into the repair shop."

Upon hearing Peng Qi's words, he did not hesitate and immediately opened the rear door of the truck, unloading a pile of supplies brought from the island nation with great efficiency.

Peng Qi picked up a piece of supplies at random, examined the outer packaging carefully, and then said with some surprise, "This is imported goods. You're quite something, kid, managing to get so many imported supplies at a time like this."

Afterwards, he counted the number of supplies that Dong Qi had unloaded and spent some time mentally assessing their value.

He then spoke, "If we follow your requirements and repair and install everything else to the highest standards, are you planning to install a two-linkage or a three-linkage robotic arm?"

What's the difference between two-team and three-team联动 (joint operations)?

Upon hearing Dong Qi's question, Peng Qi explained, "To give a simple example, the arm is like two-part linkage, and three-part linkage is like a three-section staff."

After hearing Peng Qi's simple explanation, Dong Qi pressed on, "Could you explain the advantages and disadvantages of these two types of robotic arms in detail?"

Hearing Dong Qi continue to ask questions, Peng Qi patiently explained to Dong Qi: "Under normal circumstances, the arm span of a three-linkage linkage is longer than that of a two-linkage linkage."

However, precisely because of this, two-linkage systems are more efficient than three-linkage systems when grasping objects or performing certain special tasks.

To give you an example of a scenario you've probably seen before, an excavator uses its robotic arm as a fulcrum to adjust its own vehicle position.

This method can only be accomplished by a two-linkage robotic arm; a three-linkage robotic arm would find it difficult to use itself as a fulcrum to complete this movement.

Upon hearing Peng Qi's explanation, Dong Qi immediately ruled out the three-linkage robotic arm.

After all, Dong Qi had already planned to use the robotic arm as a mechanical leg when necessary, since he installed it on his vehicle.

So after listening to Peng Qi's explanation, Dong Qi immediately said, "Let's choose the two-linkage robotic arm."

After determining the type of robotic arm, Peng Qi continued, "Actually, I also suggest you choose a two-linkage robotic arm. The stability of a two-linkage robotic arm is much higher than that of a three-linkage robotic arm."

If you choose a two-link robotic arm, what tool do you choose to install at the end effector? Is it a general-purpose robotic gripper, a digging bucket, a giant chainsaw, or some other tool?

"Mechanical claw".

Dong Qi gave this answer without even thinking.

After determining the end effector for the robotic arm, Peng Qi began to calculate the specific costs in his mind.

"If there are no specific requirements for the length of the robotic arm, the standard length for a single arm is two meters, and the extension of two linked arms is four meters."

Let's not waste time haggling. I'll give you a fixed price right away. At most, I'll install three pairs of six standard robotic arms for you.

If you have any special requirements, then you'll need to reduce the number of robotic arms accordingly.

Although he knew that the supplies he brought from the island nation were of considerable value, Dong Qi never expected that Peng Qi would assess them at such a high price.

Somewhat skeptical, Dong Qi pressed further, "Are you referring to the price just for installing the robotic arm, or is it the price including all the other requirements mentioned earlier?"

"Of course, it's the price you pay for all your requests combined!"

Don't you trust me?

Although we haven't known each other for long, you should know from our last collaboration that I'm not the kind of person who likes to play word games.

After receiving confirmation from Peng Qi, Dong Qi no longer hesitated and extended his hand, saying, "It's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

Seeing Dong Qi extend his hand, Peng Qi also extended his hand and said, "It's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

"To be honest, you're pretty lucky. There are mechanical arms readily available in the warehouse right now, and the mechanical ability awakener I know just returned to the research institute for a break."

With the supplies you provided, I can ask him to take on some side jobs.

Under normal circumstances, even with a finished robotic arm, it is very difficult to install and debug a single robotic arm completely in less than one or two days.

But with him around, it only takes ten minutes to get it done quickly, and the installation is perfect.

Your EMP-damaged equipment now has suitable Awakened individuals in the Research Institute to repair it.

"It should only take half a day, but I can get everything done for you."

Dong Qi never expected that Peng Qi could solve his incredibly difficult problem in just half a day.

Immediately afterwards, Peng Qi said to Dong Qi, "Have your girlfriend get out of the car. Repair and modification vehicles can't bring outsiders in. I'll take you two to the entertainment area to wait for the vehicle modification."

After Suzuki Masako got out of the car at Dong Qi's invitation, Peng Qi took the two directly to a park in the research institute.

Peng Qi then instructed the two of them: "You two can wander around this park as you like. There are rest areas and water bars that offer free drinks when you get tired."

But until I return, you must not leave the park. Otherwise, if the security personnel at the research institute discover you, you will be treated as spies stealing secrets.

After giving the two instructions, Peng Qi immediately drove away.

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It was almost evening when Peng Qi came to the park to look for Dong Qi.

Upon seeing Dong Qi, Peng Qi finally spoke up, saying, "Why didn't you mention that you actually had a car radar installed in your vehicle? Luckily, Lao Gao discovered it and connected it to your car for you."

Otherwise, if a careless person doesn't notice the car has a built-in radar, adjusting or installing it later will be a very complicated matter.

The two then followed Peng Qi to the vicinity of his destined car.

At this moment, the mechanical arms on both sides of the vehicle are in a retracted state. When the mechanical arms retract, the sides of the vehicle look as if they have been fitted with super thick armor, giving it a very bulky appearance.

Before Dong Qi could even get into the car, he heard Peng Qi beside him say, "I've already told the gatekeeper that you can drive out through the gate you came in through."

Just a heads-up, don't deploy the robotic arm inside the research institute. If you want to experience the robotic arm's effects, leave the research institute first.

If you find any issues with the robotic arm after you leave, come back to me tomorrow and I'll have someone help you adjust it.

Let's be upfront: we can help you troubleshoot any problems with the robotic arm, but if you find it impractical and want to remove it...

We can dismantle the robotic arms for you for free, but even if we dismantle them, we won't return any supplies, and you won't be able to take the dismantled robotic arms with you.

However, I can help you restore your vehicle to its original state before the robotic arm was installed.

After hearing Peng Qi say that, Dong Qi rolled his eyes and then said, "Don't worry, I've never regretted my decisions. Even if they're wrong, I'll swallow my pride and bear it."

Just as Dong Qi got into the car and was about to drive away, Peng Qi couldn't help but remind him again: "The control panel on the car can control individual robotic arms separately, or it can perform intelligent collaborative work."

However, I must remind you that using robotic arms consumes a lot of energy. If you are short on energy, try to use robotic arms as little as possible.

Upon hearing Peng Qi's reminder, Dong Qi waved his hand and replied, "Don't worry, even though the robotic arm is a major energy consumer, it won't have a significant impact on me."

After saying that, Dong Qi stepped on the gas and accelerated, quickly arriving at the gate he had come in through.

When the security guard saw Dong Qi drive over, he didn't ask him to stop for inspection and simply opened the gate of the research institute to let him pass.

Seeing the gatekeeper's actions, Dong Qi was a little puzzled by his behavior, but he didn't think much of it. In order not to attract the other party's attention, he slowly passed through the gate.

After the car had completely left the research institute's gate, it accelerated away.

To try out these devices, Dong Qi deliberately drove to a remote location.

The first thing they did was deploy the robotic arm to check its effectiveness after installation.

As Dong Qi manipulated the robotic arm to open, the robotic arm, which originally resembled heavy armor, stretched out to both sides with the sound of mechanical operation.

As per Dong Qi's requirements, the robotic arm's end effector was fitted with a mechanical gripper that could open and close freely at 180 degrees.

Once the mechanical gripper is fully extended, the robotic arm instantly transforms into a mechanical leg, allowing it to move freely on rugged mountain paths.

Perhaps it was a coincidence, but the awakened one who installed and debugged the mechanical claw had already edited and installed the action mode in the control panel.

Once this mode is activated, the mechanical claws on both sides of the vehicle will directly lift it up, allowing the vehicle to lift off the ground.

Even in this mode, the vehicle can only be lifted off the ground at a maximum height of about three meters.

However, this height is sufficient for the vehicle to pass through some special terrains that the tires would normally be unable to traverse.

Apart from the robotic arm, the military command center, due to its relatively large size, is still located in the rear compartment.

I don't know who was so talented, but they actually installed a drone launch platform on the roof of the car and installed the twenty drones directly on the roof after repairing them.

After the mechanical wolves were repaired, they did not settle outside the vehicle but remained inside.

After confirming that all the devices were working properly, Dong Qi reopened the data panel in his mind to learn about the specific data of his destined car.

My personal item type: Lightly modified vehicles.

Level: Magic Item

Body frame: Reinforcement level LV20

Power System: Enhancement Level 10

Electrical equipment:

Composite Radar: LV10

Oxygen generating equipment: LV10

Thunder Dragon Electromagnetic Cannon: LV10

Intelligent Hub: LV1 (Not integrated, cannot be upgraded)

Robotic arms (six): LV1 (not integrated, cannot be upgraded)

Other equipment:

Hundred Refinement Furnace LV10

Universal Furnace LV10

Miniature space prototype (not yet independent, space size: 100 cubic meters)

Mechanical Guards:

Swarm of multi-functional drones (20 units): LV1 (not integrated, cannot be upgraded)

Mechanical Wolf (Basic Model) (5): LV1 (Not yet integrated, cannot be upgraded)

Manifestation of ideas

Number of occurrences: 3

Unknown special energy value: 12562

(Each manifestation consumes a minimum of 100 energy points, with no maximum limit.)

Compared to other devices with readily apparent uses, smart hubs are rarely used directly in daily life.

However, with the intelligent hub, every aspect of the vehicle will be inseparable from it.

To give a simple example, with the intelligent hub, Dong Qi's original expectation of self-driving cars can be fully realized once the intelligent hub collects enough data.

At this point, the intelligent central hub on the vehicle is essentially an initial state AI that is completely blank and has no material to fill it in.

As long as Dong Qi uses the vehicle normally afterward, the intelligent central processing unit will collect enough data to fill the gaps during the vehicle's operation.

Even if Dong Qi no longer drives himself, the intelligent control center will continue to operate autonomously according to Dong Qi's usual driving habits.