After the solid-state integrated thrust engine rocket was successfully launched and reached the corresponding altitude, the transport module carrying the cable was successfully separated and then slowly flew to the base of the space station and space port.

When the mission reaches this stage, the astronauts in the space station will go out to operate and install the cables.

Because after the Tiangong space station was built, astronauts would basically be replaced every once in a while to conduct various scientific experiments and cabin maintenance. In addition, the entire cable installation process was already very familiar, so it was not difficult to complete it.

Although it was a little off-beat during the process, it was still very successful in the end.

The main thing is that when placing the cable, it should not be too long, and the angular velocity of the head and tail should be the same to prevent it from deviating from the axis and damaging the overall structure.

"Tiangong reports that the cables from the near-Earth space port to the space station have been installed."

Thursday, October 1, 2026.

clear.

Dengtian Island.

Ground station control center.

Xu Lei's face suddenly became relaxed as he listened to the astronaut report coming from the main control screen. He then turned to look at Wu Chuping next to him: "Commander Wu, it seems that our main body splicing work is going quite smoothly."

"This is all thanks to the splicing plan you designed, Academician Xu." Wu Chuping also smiled: "Otherwise, it would be difficult to achieve the current progress."

The rocket was launched successfully, the cable safely arrived at the near-Earth spaceport, and the first stage of installation work was completed. This really gave the entire splicing mission a good start.

It is understandable that Xu Lei is happy about this.

Who asked the main body of the entire space elevator to be spliced ​​and just talk about it? If there is a mistake in the process, not only will there be an accident on the cable, but also the space station and the near-Earth space port will suffer heavy losses. Even if you want to start the splicing work again, the key will be

Wasting a lot of time.

Now that the most important cables from the near-Earth spaceport to the space station have been installed, the remaining section from the space station to the ground station will be relatively easy.

Even if this stage requires the longest cable.

The reason why we chose to carry out the final splicing task on this day was naturally a deliberate decision.

I just want to give you a gift on this special day.

Xu Lei saw Wu Chuping's performance clearly and knew that the other party was also extremely excited at the moment, so he didn't say anything more and quickly turned his attention to the control screen.

"Continue to install the cable from the space station to the ground station."

"Be sure to strictly follow the installation requirements."

After giving the instructions to the installer again, he turned his head and glanced at Xingtong next to him. He also did not let her idle: "Xingtong, monitor the laser positioning to ensure that the position of the cable does not deviate."

"Complete the mission resolutely."

"It's the boss."

With the astronauts and star children responding without hesitation, the main body splicing task was once again carried out in an orderly manner.

The connection point of the cable on the base of the near-Earth space port must be aligned with the ground station tower. Even a centimeter difference will cause the main body of the space elevator to fail to be spliced, and things will become complicated at that time.

Therefore, during the installation process of the cable, laser positioning must be performed at all times.

Leaving this matter to Xingtong will undoubtedly ensure zero mistakes, and it can also be seen that Xu Lei attaches great importance to this work.

The cable gradually extends from the sky to the ground. When looking up, it looks like a ladder extending from high altitude. Anyone who sees this strong visual impact will make the body tremble involuntarily, as if the blood in the body is boiling and burning.

Countless pairs of eyes from all over the world are watching closely.

at the same time.

Dali Rover Island.

In the lounge of the chief executive of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Hayden and Marsne were sitting on the sofa watching the live broadcast of the main body splicing mission.

But judging from the red wine glasses shaking in their hands, they were not congratulating the future technology for building a space elevator, but more like they were simply watching a show.

I wish there would be an accident during the process.

"The number of people online is actually as high as hundreds of millions. Future technology is really good at creating gimmicks."

Masen put the wine glass to his mouth and took a sip, staring at the number of people online in the upper left corner of the live broadcast room. If he said he was not envious, it would be a lie.

Obviously both companies are companies, but his space exploration technology has not achieved such a high level of popularity for manned landing on the moon, so you may be a little unconvinced.

You must know that what they are watching now is an overseas live broadcast room. There are still so many people willing to watch under hostile circumstances. It can only be said that the popularity of the space elevator is indeed much higher than that of the launch vehicle.

On the other hand, a smile appeared on the corner of Hayden's mouth next to him, he raised his glass and said: "I think this is a good thing. When their space elevator has problems, they will lose their face to the whole world without us adding fuel to the fire."

"Chief Hayden is right, I believe the next development of the story will be very exciting." After hearing what Hayden said, Masen was deeply satisfied.

So what if the live broadcast room is very popular?

In the end it will only make you more embarrassed.

His thoughts stayed here, and Masen's mood suddenly improved a lot. He raised his head and drank the red wine in the glass, and continued to look at the live broadcast in front of him.

Just the next second, a familiar voice suddenly came to my ears.

"How is the lunar base project going?" Hayden thought of his own project and casually brought the topic to business at this time.

Several months have passed since they landed on the moon to explore lunar resources. During these months, they have not carried out any new launch missions. Thinking that the lunar base is still blank, he will inevitably feel a little anxious.

Especially during the time when the main body of the space elevator is being assembled.

Regardless of whether the future technology space elevator can operate, their moon base and many subsequent plans cannot be delayed.

Hearing Hayden suddenly ask about this matter, Marsen was not too surprised. He had obviously guessed this question a long time ago and answered it without any hesitation.

"At present, we have determined the specific location of the lunar base, and the modular equipment that allows astronauts to survive on the moon for a long time has been successfully launched. If nothing unexpected happens, a new launch mission will be carried out this month to send several astronauts.

Go to the lunar surface and serve as the first base resource pioneers."

His words were filled with confidence and pride.

No matter how you look at it, you are confident about this mission.

As the head of NASA, Hayden has been under pressure from the commander-in-chief during this period.

It is hoped that the lunar base can be built as soon as possible and enough astronauts will be sent to the base to work and mine lunar resources.

At the same time, the ultra-large laser weapons planned to be installed on the moon are being researched and manufactured under Tripp's instructions. They will be transported to the moon in batches using heavy-duty launch vehicles for assembly.

In this way, we can realize our absolute right to speak on the planet.

Now that he heard that the construction of the lunar base would officially begin soon, Hayden was naturally in a very good mood.

"very good."

"It seems that no matter what this time, Yanfang will not be able to surpass us in the construction of the moon base. This is great news."

He praised Masen's work without hesitation and took the initiative to pour him red wine. The atmosphere was quite harmonious for a time.

As time goes by, when the height of the cable gradually decreases until it passes through the clouds and appears in the audience's field of vision, the barrage in the live broadcast room instantly triggers a burst of refreshes. Fortunately, the barrage settings will not float across the screen.

, otherwise it is estimated that the screen will be completely lost and nothing can be seen.

"Look up to the sky, the cable is coming down."

"This scene is so shocking, it's like some mythical beast sticking out its claws from the clouds."

"Mom asked me why I was kneeling on the sofa watching the live broadcast!"

“It is indeed a super project, and only we can build it.

"The elevator to heaven!"

"This is human wisdom!"

…

Different from installing the cables at the beginning, at this height, all the processes are already very familiar, so the speed is much faster.

Under the gaze of all the viewers in the live broadcast room, not long after, only the last cable connecting the ground station tower was left, causing everyone to hold their breath involuntarily.

At this time, the staff of the ground station were already waiting above the tower, waiting for the successful completion of this miraculous super project.

"The laser calibration is complete and can be installed."

In the ground station control center, as Xingtong's voice sounded, everyone present was immediately filled with confidence and confidence.

Hearing this, Xu Lei did not waste any time, and immediately issued the last command for the cable installation work through the communication equipment in the control center: "Start installing the last section of cable."

When the end of the carbon nanotube cable is connected to the holder of the tower, the rope machine rotates slowly, and the cable suddenly becomes straight.

It is no exaggeration to say that at the moment when the cable became tight, countless people around the world forgot to breathe, and all their eyes stayed on the cable, for fear that the cable would directly collapse due to being unable to bear the force.

Fortunately, their worries did not come true.

The cable played its role perfectly and successfully connected several main bodies of the space elevator.

When I looked up, I was so shocked that I couldn't describe it in words. The majestic momentum connecting the heaven and the earth was probably difficult to express even in science fiction movies.

After a brief period of sluggishness, everyone suddenly burst into endless joy and excitement.

In just about a year, the space elevator project was finally born in the hands of the Future Science and Technology and Space Administration after encountering doubts from many forces at home and abroad. This great super project is enough to be recorded in the history of the development of human civilization.

It will carry the will of human civilization and witness the growth of human civilization until humans completely fly out of the solar system.

"Successful."

"We really succeeded."
To be continued...