Chapter 813 664 Shaping the Industrial System (Part 2) (What Is That)

"actual?"

Dakus muttered in a low voice, looking up at the ceiling slightly, his fingertips tapped on the table, thinking about how to disassemble the complex concepts more intuitive and easy to understand.

After a moment, he turned his eyes and looked at the Val priests sitting on the other side, with a slightly curled mouth, "When you were in Ashrel, you must have seen the Sky-Stick System in the textile factory, right?"

The Val priests nodded after hearing this, and the complex and exquisite mechanical device is still fresh in their memory.

"So, if you follow your current production model, in a group of two people and hand-made, you want to make a sky shaft system with the same specification as a textile factory, how many hours will it take?"

At this moment, the Val priests did not look at each other first, but fell into a brief meditation. The so-called two people are in a group, one is to clarify the purpose and the other is to maintain the tradition. This is like telling a deaf and mute person to act according to my command. But they discussed it in a low voice, each combining the areas they are good at for calculations and deductions.

“500 hours?”

"Maybe it's 450 hours?"

The vague answers are thrown one by one, with uncertainty and hesitation.

In the era of steam engines as power, the sky shaft system is the core power transmission method of factory mechanization. Its core is to distribute the power of the steam engine or water turbine to each production machine through one or more long shafts running through the above factory building. Before the popularization of electricity, this system was the core power structure of industrial production. Because it was deployed above, it was called the Sky axis.

The composition of the sky shaft system is composed of a power source, that is, a steam engine or a water turbine; the sky shaft, a long shaft that runs across the top of the factory, is mostly made of steel or wooden, and is supported on the beams through bearings;

There are usually two transmission devices, one is a pulley, which is installed on the sky shaft and adjusts the speed through pulleys of different diameters. The other is a transmission belt, usually made of leather, rubber or canvas, connecting the sky shaft to the machine.

The speed regulation and clutch device are the same as the transmission device. There are two types: one is the clutch, which controls the start and stop of the machine by moving the position of the transmission belt on the pulley; the other is the speed change wheel group, which adjusts the machine speed through the combination of pulleys of different diameters.

The Skyshaft system has achieved centralized power distribution for the first time, replacing the dispersed water truck, human and animal power drives. Typically used in textile factories, wood processing factories, metal forging workshops, etc. in the 19th century. The structure is simple and relies on mechanical transmission, and there is no need for complex electrical equipment. During this period, there is no electrical equipment...

The Sky-Step System can be regarded as a product of the times. It is easy to use and has defects and limitations. The energy loss is large, and the belt slips, friction and long-distance transmission lead to inefficiency. The high-speed rotating sky shaft and exposed transmission belt are prone to cause work-related injuries and pose safety hazards. The sky shaft needs to run through the entire factory, limiting the flexibility of factory layout and not being able to achieve remote control and precise speed regulation in the power era.

With the emergence of electricity, the Sky shaft system has withdrawn from the stage of history. After all, electricity is better, each machine can be powered independently, the power transmission efficiency is higher, and it supports precise control. However, the sky shaft system also left a technical legacy, and its mechanical principles are still applied to modern conveyor belts, gear boxes and other equipment.

"Then the question is..." Dakus glanced at the Val priests and craftsmen present, paused for a moment, and he spoke slowly.

He leaned forward slightly, tapping his fingers on the table, his tone with a hint of guidance, "If the bearings supporting the sky shaft, or fasteners such as bolts and rivets, need to be replaced over time, do we need to be replaced? Can you directly use another set of manufactured parts and replace them without any obstacles?”

"I can't do it!"

Without any hesitation, Mikum's answer was decisive and direct.

"Why?"

"The specifications are different!" Mikum replied in a deep voice without any hesitation, "As you said just now, there is no standardization and no unified rules, resulting in differences in the size, process and interface of all involved parts. This not only causes the The chaos and inefficient way of operating also means that without parts reserves, we need to spend extra time measuring specifications and creating adaptable parts separately, rather than changing them directly.”

Dakus narrowed his eyes slightly, shook his fingers gently, and then pointed at Mikum, a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"This is why I like to deal with smart people. I can quickly grasp the essence of the problem and avoid unnecessary arguments." He sighed, then slowly stood up straight and withdrew his gestures. His voice was sonorous and powerful, with unquestionable Decision, “So, we need to establish standardization!”

"Standardization is the cornerstone of civilization progress. Whether it is manufacturing, construction, war, or trade, everything needs to operate under unified standards. Otherwise, no matter how high our production capacity and exquisite our craftsmanship are, it will eventually be subtle. The error drags down, affecting the overall quality and efficiency. In the end, we can only fall into endless chaos and inefficiency like those foolish monkeys, and never build a truly powerful system."

He paused, his eyes slowly swept over the people present, making sure everyone was listening carefully, and then continued.

"Now, our machinery lacks uniform standards, resulting in inefficiency and poor compatibility. At first glance, they look almost exactly the same, as if they were poured out of the same mold, but what about it? If you check it carefully, you will It was found that each of their components had subtle differences. Some gears were slightly larger in size, some bolts had slightly deviated positions, and even the materials and processing methods of the transmission shaft were different. "

He slowly withdrew his hand and tapped the table with his fingertips again, the sound was crisp.

"If one of the equipment has problems, workers should be able to remove the same parts from the other machine and replace them, right?" His tone was a bit frivolous and joking, but the truth was cold and ruthless. .

"But the fact is that workers can't do it at all. Only through magic can this problem be achieved. That's the problem!"

Dakus paused slightly, giving everyone time to digest the information.

"Our current factory, whether it is a steel factory or a textile factory, is essentially just a framework, like a house that has been built. The foundation of the house has been laid and the walls have been erected, but the interior is still in chaos. Like the current production system, there is no unified standard. The production of all parts, the maintenance of all equipment, and the operation methods of all workers still rely on their own experience and traditions, rather than a complete set of rigorous and efficient systems. "

"In decorating a house, we will not place furniture randomly, but we must have plans and layouts to maximize the functions of each space. Similarly, when establishing a factory, we cannot allow the production process to develop disorderly, but to have Standards and regulations allow all links to be seamlessly connected."

After Dakus finished speaking, he slowly leaned back to the back of the chair, his eyes still sharp, observing the reactions on everyone's faces. He knew that although all this sounded simple, it was never possible to implement it overnight. Standardization is not only a technological innovation, but also an ideological change. Change has always required guidance, time, and specific people to promote it.

Kolan sat on the other side, seemingly out of the matter, but in fact he was always listening to Dakus's remarks. At first, he felt unfamiliar with these complex concepts and was even a little impatient, but as the discussion deepened, his mood gradually changed.

He vaguely understood that the system built by Dakus was not just a simple technological innovation, but a complete change in his way of thinking. These things sound strange and distant, but he could feel that their appearance would fundamentally subvert traditional ways and might even change the entire Duruci's war pattern.

He slowly raised his head, his eyes falling on Hilses opposite, trying to find a hint of confusion on the other person's face. However, Hilses's expression was calm and natural, as if all this was taken for granted, and it should have been.

Kou Lan was shocked. At this moment, he felt an invisible boundary. He is the commander of the Black Guard, a loyal warrior of Marekis, and his world always revolves around battle, blood and power.

And what about Dakhus? He not only controls the battlefield, but also shapes the future. The dimension he thinks far exceeds the simple battle between swords and swords.

At this moment, Koulan knew where his upper limit was.

He will never be able to have such a clear plan for the future like Dakus, nor can he break away from old ideas and accept and promote such far-reaching changes in a short period of time. All this is not the only way to do. All he can do is accept and understand, and strive not to let himself fall behind.

"Dakus... is really capable." He sighed in his heart, then lowered his head, no longer thinking about it, and listened carefully.

Seeing that the Val priests had basically digested the previous content, Dakhus continued.

"So, the core problem we need to solve at present is to make working mother machines with unified standards!" His tone was calm, but every word was full of power. "Working mother machines are the basic equipment for manufacturing other machines or parts, and they are the entire manufacturing. The pillar of the system is the foundation of industrialization.”

To put it bluntly, the working mother machine is a machine tool.

The lathe uses a tool to cut outer circle, inner hole, thread, etc. by rotating the workpiece; the milling machine uses a rotating tool to process the workpiece plane, groove, gear, etc.; the drilling machine is easy to understand and is used to drill, ream, Reaming, etc.; grinding machine, precision grinding of workpieces through grinding wheels.

There are also boring machines for machining precision inner holes or complex cavity on large workpieces and planers for machining planes with reciprocating tools.

If you upgrade again, you will be a CNC machine tool. If you upgrade again, you will be a black box?

In addition to machine tools, there are special processing equipment and other special machine tools. Cutting machine for cutting metal or non-metallic materials. Gear hobbing machine, gear inserting machine, and grinding machine used to manufacture gears. Press for stamping and forging equipment; bending machines for sheet metal bending forming; injection molding machines for plastic molding equipment.

"I think the combination of working master machine and standardization is the core of efficient operation, and the two are superimposed on each other. Work master machine is a production tool, and standardization is the principle to ensure that these tools can operate stably and efficiently. Only when standardization is established is established Only by ensuring that the specifications of each machine tool and every part are consistent, truly realizing the interchangeability of parts and improving production efficiency."

Dakwus paused, then further explained, "To give the simplest example, the tool installation interface of lathes and other machine tools must be standardized and universal. When manufacturing lathes, we must set standards in advance and unify the taper matching size of the tool and the spindle. In this way, workers can quickly replace drills and milling cutters on different machine tools, reduce downtime, and improve processing efficiency."

He tapped the table lightly and continued.

"At present, almost all of our parts are handmade, which means that the sizes of screws and bolts are bound to be chaotic, which will directly lead to difficulties in mechanical maintenance. Therefore, we must establish thread standards, unify thread angles, pitches, and tooth shapes, and let all machine tools process threaded parts according to the same standards to achieve interchangeability of mechanical parts."

Hearing this, the Val priests began to nod unconsciously. They are good at forging and understand these concepts much faster than ordinary craftsmen. When theory and practice are combined, they have deeply realized the importance of standardization.

Seeing this, Dakuus raised the corners of his mouth slightly, and then emphasized his tone.

"The thread standard is actually the perfect embodiment of the core elements of standardization. It has three key features: unified rules, scope of application, and dynamic update. Unified rules can ensure that all parts are manufactured according to the same standards to avoid compatibility issues; scope of application means that standardization must cover all key areas, not just a few links; and dynamic update is to enable the standard to be continuously optimized to adapt to future technological development and industrial needs."

He paused for a moment, glanced at the people present, and then slowly said.

"Only when the standard is established can we carry out real assembly line production, shorten the cycle, reduce costs, and lay the foundation for large-scale manufacturing mode."

He raised one hand, gestured in the air with his fingertips, and gently tapped the desktop.

"Take the steam engine as an example. The first step we need to do is to develop a complete set of drawings. Then, we need to standardize every part on the drawings, unify the dimensions of key components such as cylinders, pistons, and connecting rods, and specify clear tolerance ranges, such as strictly controlling the inner diameter tolerance of the cylinder within a certain value."

"But just having drawings is not enough. We also need precision boring machines. Only high-precision boring machines can mass-produce cylinders that meet standards and ensure the sealing between pistons and cylinders."

He pressed his palm down slowly, his tone low and powerful.

"When we complete this process, we can further subdivide the manufacturing process of the steam engine and disassemble the entire production process into a series of standardized processes such as casting, boring, and assembly. In this way, workers can operate boring machines and milling machines according to fixed processes for assembly line production."

He looked at the priests of Val with a deep gaze.

"And when all this is done, we will no longer need to rely on those hand-forging skills. Industrial production will completely replace manual manufacturing, and we will move from the custom model to the real engineering model!"

Karahil has been recording carefully, his expression is very focused, and his pen tip slides quickly, almost without stopping.

"By then, the production cycle of a single steam engine will be shortened from several months to several weeks, and the interchangeability of parts will also greatly reduce the maintenance cost." As he spoke, he fiddled with the tableware, treating it as a part of the steam engine. "This marks that we have officially transitioned from the 'craftsman model' to the 'engineering model'. We will no longer rely on the experience and superb magic of individual masters, but rely on precise standardized processes to truly realize the great transformation of assembly line production!"

After these words, the whole dining table fell into a strange silence.

The eyes of the clear-eyed Val priests became brighter and brighter. They were completely immersed in the industrial blueprint drawn by Dacus, as if they could already see that future, a future full of steam and steel, precision and efficiency.

The whole set of Tianzhu system has core components, a Tianzhu connected in sections, brackets adapted according to the factory layout, pulleys corresponding to each machine, and transmission belts adjusted according to the length and distance. Auxiliary components are bearings, fasteners and balance blocks. The core components and auxiliary components add up to about 50-100 parts.

So, the priests of Val reported such a long time.

Steam engine... the working hours are longer, and there are more parts and processes.

He did not use the Tianzhu system as an example because the Tianzhu system is more DIY-oriented. Of course, there are other examples.

In the early industrial age, gun parts relied on manual repair and could not be repaired in batches. After the innovation and standardization of machine tools, the dimensional errors of parts almost disappeared, leaving only tolerances that were invisible to the naked eye. This made it possible to interchange gun parts, greatly improved battlefield maintenance efficiency, and promoted the popularization of the concept of interchangeable parts manufacturing.

This is even more true for railroads. In the early days, the track gauge was chaotic and trains could not run across the line. Until the emergence of standardized track rolling machine tools, that is, rolling mills. The unified production of Stephenson gauge, that is, 1435 mm wide rails, promotes the interconnection of transnational railway networks. The application of wide rails is a model for the formulation and promotion of industry standards.

In Dacus's view, the so-called time traveler treasures such as hydraulic forging hammers are just trifles. The real way is standardization. Of course, the conditions are here. He has the support of the sorceress and the Val priest system. Maybe another one will do better than him?

In his previous life, standardization was improved step by step after a long time, countless trial and error and improvement. Now, under his promotion, Nagaros' industrial system has directly overtaken, and while the working mother machine has not yet been fully popularized, a standardized framework has been built first.

what does that mean?

It means that future industrial production will not go through those lengthy and inefficient eras of manual forging, but will directly enter the stage of precision manufacturing; it means that they will not waste hundreds of years of exploration, but will be in place in one step, so that the entire industrial system will be unified. It starts with high efficiency, standardization and sustainable development.

This is not a simple technological innovation, but a complete change in thinking mode.

Mikum listened to Dakus's story, the light in his eyes became brighter and brighter. His thoughts were running at high speed, trying to incorporate these concepts into his cognitive system. After a moment, he took a deep breath and spoke slowly.

"So... we still need to hand-made parts and assemble the parts into machine tools? Then we establish standardization to allow the machine tools to produce standardized parts, and finally use these standardized parts to assemble standardized machines?!"

At first, there was a little uncertainty in his tone, but as the words continued to take shape, his voice gradually became firm, as if the vague fog in his mind was completely lifted away.

"Yes, that's it! We will completely change from the craftsman model to the engineering model, and we will also transform from the craftsman into what you say..."

He paused, as if chewing on this new concept, and then his eyes lit up and his tone was strong.

"engineer!"

"No, yes, senior engineer!" Dakus smiled and pointed his hand at Mikum, with a rare feeling of relief and appreciation in his voice.

No mistakes, one song, one content, one in 6, one book, one bar, one reading!

This time, the entire restaurant was filled with a happy atmosphere.

The Val priests exchanged eyes with each other, and there was no need for words to be excited and shocked between them. They had already vaguely realized that they were standing at the starting point of a great era. Their names will be engraved in the cornerstone of the future industrial system.

Dakus smiled and glanced at Marekis, wanting to see how the king of Nagaros felt about it. However, Marekis always maintained a cold posture and did not show much emotion, and obviously was not interested in these academic discussions.

Seeing this, Dakus turned his head and looked on Bell Ehall, with the corner of his mouth slightly curled up. He asked in a casual but undeniable tone, "Tell me about your understanding of standardization?"

Bell Eyhall frowned slightly, his expression slightly tangled, and he was still digesting these novel and huge concepts. He was silent for a moment, thinking about how to answer, and finally spoke slowly.

"If the length, weight and width of each sword are strictly consistent, and each piece of armor is made according to the same template, then the soldiers' equipment can be replaced faster and can be replaced quickly after damage without re-customization? ”

There was a little hesitation in his tone and he tried to hide the fear between his words.

Yes, his logic is correct and his understanding is clear, but he has already begun to be scared in his subconscious mind.

Because this is not only an innovation in industry, but also an innovation in war mode.

Even though Dakus never mentioned military applications directly in this conversation, as an Asul nobleman, he could avoid the terrible impact of standardization in war.

If weapons, armor, ships, and siege equipment can all be mass-made, then war will no longer be a protracted war to compete with craftsmen's skills, but a continuous collision of war machines driven by the industrial system.

And Truqi has already walked on this road, and Asul...

Bell-Ehall's throat tightened slightly, and the corners of his mouth trembled slightly without notice.

"Not only that, the benefits of standardization are far more than the army." Dakus smiled, his tone still relaxed, as if he had not noticed the tension of Bell-Ehall. "It covers all aspects of our lives, buildings, bridges, Boats, machinery, and even…the meal we are having.”

As he said that, he picked up a piece of dry and hard bread with a fork, stared at the bread for a few seconds, then frowned helplessly, and finally put the bread back.

He sighed lightly and then quipped.

"If the standards of ingredients, cooking processes, and distribution methods can be optimized and unified, then perhaps what we have today will not be this difficult lunch that is difficult to swallow?"

These words stunned everyone, and then the depressed atmosphere was broken, and a low laugh sounded around the dining table.

In fact, Dakus is not kidding, and in his opinion, pre-made dishes are an important application field of standardization. The production, processing, packaging and storage of the products must follow unified standards to ensure food safety, stable quality and large-scale production.

Raw material procurement is standardized and the types, origin and specifications of ingredients are determined. Cleaning, cutting and cooking require quantitative operation. Limit the amount of preservatives and pigments in accordance with the "National Food Safety Standards". The oxygen residue, freezing temperature, etc. of vacuum packaging must meet the standards.

In short, pre-made dishes are a typical product of standardization in the food industry, and their development depends on the full-chain specifications from raw materials to consumer terminals.

But actually...but, but...right?

"Previous skills rely on experience, not cold numbers..." A Vaal priest frowned and sighed, with a bit of hesitation and reluctance in his tone.

Experience is the wisdom passed down by the master to the apprentice, and it is the treasure accumulated by generations of forging craftsmanship.

Now, he chose to embrace the new system, but he was still quite emotional.

"That's why we need to change." Daquus responded calmly, his tone was neither hurried nor slow, as if he had anticipated this question.

"Numbers don't lie, they are more reliable than experience. Experience belongs to individuals, and standards belong to everyone."

His eyes swept over everyone present. Every Vaal priest and every listener was thinking. He knew that he had planted a seed in their hearts.

Experience is valuable, but it is inevitably subjective and limited, and standardization is a tool to transcend personal limitations and establish universal consensus.

This is also a tool and rule to fight against Tzeentch.

Tzeentch's power comes from change, conspiracy and unpredictability. Manipulating reality through tricks, magic and chaotic rules, trying to break order and create endless chaos. Standardization, as a tool of order, regularity and predictability, can effectively fight against the chaotic nature of Tzeentch.

Specific...

Malekis did not speak, he just listened quietly, his eyes flickering slightly, as if he was thinking deeply about something.

"If standardization can really be achieved, then we can build more ships of the same specifications, making supply and maintenance more efficient; we can also make more stable equipment so that they can be more accurately applied in life, construction, and even on the battlefield."

Karahir nodded thoughtfully, and a perfectly standardized fleet emerged in his mind. Every warship has the same specifications, every part can be quickly replaced, and every sailor can seamlessly connect on any ship.

"Standardized weapons and armor can make soldiers adapt faster, the array is more neat, and maintenance is simpler." Koran said lightly. He is a warrior. He can clearly realize that when all soldiers' equipment is completely unified, training will be more efficient, supply on the battlefield will be smoother, and even the execution of tactics will be greatly improved.

"Architecture can also benefit."

Kolonia smiled lightly and added, "Standardized bricks and beams can speed up the construction period and expand each city several times faster. In the past, it took us decades or even hundreds of years to build a city, but in the future, it may only take a few years to build a stable and large city."

"But this... will it become stereotyped and rigid? If everything is made according to the same standard, wouldn't it lose diversity?" Just as everyone began to think about the widespread application of standardization, a Vaal priest frowned and showed a puzzled look.

Diversity is the pride of the elf world. Every craftsman has his own style, every city has its own characteristics, every sword, every set of armor, and even every statue, carries the soul and creativity of different craftsmen.

If everything is standardized, will the art and personality of the elves be obliterated?

"This is not a conflict. The construction industry uses unified safety standards, but the appearance and structure can be diversified." Dacus knew that this question would be raised sooner or later. He stood up slowly, folded his hands on his chest, and looked at everyone calmly. Then he raised one hand and made a gesture.

"Just like our body! All elves have the same bone structure and limb proportions. Our blood vessels, organs, and muscle tissues all follow the same biological laws."

"But this does not prevent each of us from having different appearances, different personalities, and different specialties."

"Standardization is like our skeleton, giving society a stable foundation, but this does not mean that we have to erase individuality. On the contrary, on this basis, we can create a more diverse, richer, and more distinctive world."

"That's my idea!"

Dacus gently put down his hand, his tone was not a little excited, but it was very contagious.

"Establish standards and promote them to the entire Nagaros, and even the entire elf world!"

His tone was calm, but with a certain unquestionable certainty.

"So, standards are not just for producing more weapons and equipment, or making factories run more smoothly. Its ultimate goal is to shape a new social structure and achieve material unity."

"Not only that, it is also a way of thinking and a symbol of order."

"When everything has standards, our world will become more orderly and efficient, allowing everyone, whether workers, soldiers, businessmen, or scholars, to find the most suitable position for themselves in this system and maximize their value."

He paused, stretched out his hand, made a lifting gesture, looked directly at Malekith, and his tone became deeper.

"And you! Malekith, will be the founder of this order!"

There was a dead silence.

Darkius's ordinary words were like a silencing spell, which made everyone present speechless and made everyone present speechless.

Everyone felt the weight of these words, and even the air seemed to become heavy.

Kolan and Hirsis looked at each other, their eyes full of unspeakable shock and confusion.

What does standardization have to do with Malekith?

How did it get to the point of order?

But what confused them even more was...

This flattery was too advanced, far beyond their comprehension!

After a few seconds of silence, Malekith sneered softly, and looked at Dacus with a deep fire. The corners of his mouth behind the mask slightly raised, revealing an ambiguous smile.

"Continue..." (End of this chapter)