Institute of Semiconductors, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

The lab is as busy as ever.

As a comprehensive research institute of semiconductor science integrating semiconductor physics, materials, devices and their applications, it is not only a top semiconductor research institution in China, but also one of the participants in the Longteng series chip project.

Some time ago, because of the Longteng chip, this research institution that participated in the R&D center as a cooperative unit has been in the limelight all over the world.

But it is precisely because of this heavy glory that the people here feel the pressure on their shoulders.

No one dares to take it lightly.

The change from the chaser to the chaseder changes not only the status of the industry, but also a responsibility for the industry itself. And if the advantage can't be maintained, the previous effort is meaningless......

At present, the most important task of the entire research institute is to do everything possible to improve the integration of carbon-based transistors per unit area of carbon-based chips, so that the efficiency of carbon-based chips can be further exerted, and not give their competitors a chance to breathe, and squeeze silicon-based chips out of the market as quickly as possible......

Now.

Somewhere in the office of the IC Design Center.

Director Li was wearing a professional version of the virtual reality helmet, and like Academician Liu Changqing sitting opposite him, he leaned motionless on the sofa, and under the leadership of this academician, he visited the new department of the Institute of Semiconductors of the Chinese Academy of Sciences——

"This is our new lab, the development tools that Star Tech has customized for us, and we're now working with them to test the software - oh yes, I almost forgot the most important thing, it's called the Virtual IC Workshop, and we usually call it the IC Workshop."

In the blank room, the flowing light and shadow were like visible entities, which were reassembled into a vertically suspended square sheet in the hands of Academician Liu Changqing, and the functions of this development tool were briefly demonstrated to Director Li next to him.

“…… All tools and operations can be performed through an interactive interface, whether the object is moved, rotated, or partially modified. And these jobs can be done by one person or by multiple people...... Isn't it amazing? ”

"It's not just magical, it's just amazing...... face was full of shock, but while saying the first half of the sentence in an emotional tone, Director Li's face couldn't help but write a trace of confusion, "But what's the use of it?" ”

"It's very useful," Academician Liu smiled and continued, "With some simple geometric images and parameter settings, we can use this development tool called 'IC Lab' to simulate the integrated circuit of a carbon-based chip in a virtual reality environment and design the details of the circuit." ”

His eyebrows suddenly raised, and Director Li said in surprise.

"You mean, this thing can replace experiments?!"

That's awesome!

"It's definitely not possible to replace experimentation, but this technology can help us save a lot of time spent on design."

As he spoke, Dean Liu Changqing turned his wrist and moved a few fingers, and the pale yellow lines suspended in his hand were like upside-down puppets, quickly switching shapes under the traction of the invisible threads, dazzling Director Li.

“…… All the components are scaled up, and with its help, we don't have to stick to traditional drawings and computers to work. In short, according to the young people in the institute, it is easier to get inspiration for groundbreaking work in this virtual IC design lab. ”

Compared with other old academicians of the same age, Liu Changqing is the kind that is more receptive to new things, so when he contacted them on the side of Star Technology, he immediately promoted the introduction of this technology in the institute.

And it turned out to be the right choice, as the development tool not only made the boring design work more fun, but also more than doubled the efficiency of their IC design department.

It's not just IC design.

In fact, the same type of technology can be applied to many fields, from the modular design of a product to the simulation of urban layout.

The positive impact of freeing creative work from rigid drawings is far more than just making the work look more interesting in form, but completely liberating creativity and inspiration, and giving wings to the whole creative work.

Of course, these are just some of the assumptions he made from the perspective of a scholar, not to mention that he also believes that with Professor Lu's cleverness, he must have thought of these things a long time ago.

Otherwise, the people of Star Technology will not take the initiative to come to the door and sell them this service called "IC Workshop".

After taking Director Li on a tour of the details of the IC workshop, the two of them exited the Phantom system together, took off their helmets, and returned to the office.

The two cups of tea on the coffee table had already cooled down, but Director Li's eyes were hotter than before he put on his helmet.

Before that, he didn't expect that this thing, which was originally just a game console in his opinion, would have such a big effect.

Reaching out and picking up the teacup, Academician Liu continued with the topic that had not been finished before.

“…… Anyway, it's a good thing. The IC design industry in our country can be fully promoted, starting from universities and then implementing it to enterprises...... However, I believe that the enterprise side does not need us to promote it at all, and after seeing the functions of this thing, no enterprise will refuse such an excellent development tool. ”

He took a sip of tea and moistened his throat, and after a pause, his tone was a little emotional.

“…… There are some things that I know are redundant, but I've always wanted to say them. Since Academician Lu returned to China, I really feel that we are familiar with things, whether it is life or work, it is really the same every year, and it is getting stranger and stranger every year. ”

Hearing this, Director Li waved his hand.

"Hey, don't mention that guy, he still owes me something."

"What do you owe you?"

Looking at the curious expression on Academician Liu's face, Director Li sighed and said. "Actually, it's nothing, it's fun to say that it's funny, it's that he promised me the whole awesome thing at the end of last year. But this guy is really good enough to hang his appetite, and it's been a few months now, and he refuses to reveal any rumors! ”

Academician Liu said with a smile.

"Perhaps, he has his considerations too."

Director Li shook his head and said.

"I don't see it."

There is no particular reason.

Because he knows this guy too well.

At this moment, a mobile phone rang suddenly, interrupting the conversation between the two.

"I'll answer the phone," Director Li took out his mobile phone, glanced at the screen, was slightly stunned, and said with a smile, "Yo, it happened that Cao arrived, and it happened to be Academician Lu calling." ”

Academician Liu took a sip of tea and said with a smile.

"Maybe there's a result."

"I hope so, but I guess it's something I need help with."

Saying that, Director Li didn't get up to avoid it, and directly pressed the connection and put the phone to his ear, without the previous complaining attitude in his tone, and said with a smile.

"Hey, Academician Lu, where have you made a fortune lately?"

was forced by Director Li's words, and Lu Zhou, who was just about to talk about business, paused slightly and said hesitantly.

“…… Make a fortune? ”

Director Li said with a happy smile.

"I heard that your helmet was sold for tens of billions?"

That's it......

Lu Zhou: "...... Well, it seems so. ”

Director Li: "You seem to be reacting very flatly. ”

"It's not a big deal, and I didn't call to discuss this matter with you," Lu Zhou on the other end of the phone continued, glancing at the time on his watch, "...... I have solved the puzzle of topological quantum technology. ”

“…… Topological quantum? ”

Subconsciously felt that this word didn't seem to be very simple, but Director Li couldn't remember where he had heard it before for a while, so he frowned and asked, "What the hell is it......?"

Seeing that Director Li didn't seem to react, Lu Zhou added succinctly.

You can directly understand it as...... A quantum computer in the popular sense. ”

The moment he heard this, there was silence on the other end of the phone for a few seconds.

Swallowing his saliva, Director Li's voice trembled.

"You, you mean ......"

Lu Zhou, who was holding the phone, nodded.

"Well, quantum computers, I've got it done."

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