Master of Thermodynamics

Chapter 185 Trimaran

Five days later, just after another storm, the Odin set sail again.

No, there is no sail.

In the stormy season, who has a brain cramp will hang the sail.

But this time, the Odin looked obviously different.

On its left and right sides, there are a pair of “wings”, just like the wings of a fighter plane on the earth, two large “wood wings” extend from the ship’s side and connect to the top of a shuttle boat.

The two shuttle boats are more than 20 meters long, and the decks are empty, with all their masts and sails removed.

From a distance, it looks like three ships of different sizes are connected.

The purpose of this is to ensure the stability of navigation.

Once the side of the ship encounters turbulence, part of the thrust on the hull will be transferred to the boat on one side, forming a downward “pressure”, which will be completely offset by the buoyancy of the sea.

The boat on the other side will be lifted, and under the action of gravity, it will pull the “wood wing” to restore the balance of the hull.

In other words, the impact of turbulence on the hull will be greatly reduced, and the shaking of the hull will be minimized.

During the first trial voyage of the Odin, after the side of the ship encountered turbulence, Elon, the Director of the Department of Navigation, proposed this targeted improvement measure.

After just 3 days of modification, the Odin was transformed into a “trimaran”.

Strictly speaking, it is not a trimaran in the true sense.

Because this is only a temporary modification, if necessary, the wooden wings and boats can be removed at any time and restored to their original appearance.

In fact, some voices have appeared in the Department of Navigation, hoping to “design and build a real catamaran or trimaran.”

It’s a bit funny that when the matter is still in conjecture, before a written proposal has been formed, the Department of Navigation has split into two factions. One faction supports catamarans and the other supports trimaran. The two factions are arguing and arguing against each other. .

On the earth, multihulls also have a large number of supporters due to various advantages, but it has a fatal shortcoming-high manufacturing costs.

Compared with monohull, it is not only a little bit higher.

There are no weird things like “storm season” or “turbulence” in the oceans of the earth, so of course, savvy businessmen did not choose it.

In military applications, catamarans have been abandoned by the navy due to their poor flexibility, so multihulls have completely become a non-mainstream.

But in another world, the multihull can kill the monohull for just one reason.

Multihulls can sail throughout the year, and monohulls can only sail for half a year!

There is no doubt that the multihull is bound to shine in other worlds!

As a traverser, Renault understands this better than everyone else, but there is one thing that makes him a little bit painful, that is the warship.

Just think about it, there are a large number of catamaran battleships and trimaran cruisers floating in the ocean, and he can’t help but feel that this style of painting… is so beautiful that it is hard to look at it directly.

Of course, the BB party will only cheer, because double the hull means double the main gun!

Imagine that if a ship’s hull is equipped with 4 triplex main guns, a catamaran battleship will have eight terrifying triplex main guns.

A volley is 24 shells, just ask if you are afraid!

When Renault was sitting in the “lord’s seat”, which is the top of the mast, thinking about it, he suddenly felt that the thick mast under his **** shook suddenly, and then swayed vigorously.

Unprepared, he almost fell off the mast.

However, Lord Lord’s response was extremely quick. [Nian Motive Force] instantly supported his waist and made his leather boots close to the mast. From the eyes of the people on the deck, Lord Lord still remained motionless, as if connected to the mast.

It’s turbulence!

Still the turbulence on the side of the center!

Renault turned his head to look at the boat on the left, and saw that the waterline of the hull rose significantly. This was obviously due to the pressure passing along the “wood wing” and directly “pressing” the boat into the sea. Kind of situation.

However, compared to the encounter in the previous test voyage, the shaking of the Odin this time was slight, and the angle of the hull was not more than 5 degrees.

This also shows that the structure of the “trimaran” can effectively deal with side turbulence.

Renault looked down at the sailors on the deck again. Most of the island guards clung to the ship’s side or railings, and a few hapless ones fell to the ground. Only a few of them, such as Moose and Ronald, were agile. Man, still standing on the deck, did not hold anything.

The fallen guard island team quickly got up and returned to the queue.

But this time, everyone’s expressions became more solemn, and they began to adjust their body postures unanimously, their shoulders slightly lifted, and the range of feet opening increased significantly.

It is worth noting that everyone’s hands have left the side of the ship, and everyone has learned the way of Moose, without relying on anything, just standing on the deck.

At the same time, a very subtle atmosphere appeared on the deck.

This kind of atmosphere can only be felt by the members of the island guard. The passing sailors just felt that they were a little silent, and no longer talked and laughed in a low voice.

After seeing this scene, Renault couldn’t help showing a smile in his eyes.

He knows very well that this strange “atmosphere” is called competition!

When Moose stood on the deck with his bare hands, Ronald had to do the same.

When both captains are like this, naturally there will be island guards who will learn from the two captains. As long as one island guard does this, other island guards have to emulate this behavior in order not to be ashamed.

Thus, a silent competition began quietly.

This kind of internal competition is exactly what Renault hopes to see.

An army without internal competition must be a lifeless army and an army with low combat effectiveness.

The reason why the Guardian team has such a “competition everywhere” atmosphere is that their lord is the biggest behind the scenes, and Moose is the number one accomplice.

Renault only did one thing-internal evaluation!

Every month, the island guard team will hold a small-scale competition. From the ordinary island guard players, one “island guard star” is selected, that is, the island guard player with the best performance this month.

The selection process includes internal selection, secret voting, and public display, which are absolutely fair, open and just.

Evaluation items are also very extensive, including a series of indicators such as combat skills, training performance, team spirit and so on.

Finally, the selected “Star of Protecting the Island” will be formally received by the Lord Lord, and will receive a generous bonus issued by the Lord Lord himself-a special allowance equivalent to 2 months’ salary.

But is this over?

Of course it is endless, Renault has many tricks!

Next, the Government Affairs Department will send a few civil servants to bring special customized gifts to the home of the “Island Guarding Stars” to give cordial condolences and thank them for their contributions to the territory.

Fanfare!

Get as much momentum as you can!

Let the neighbors know, let the whole street know!

In this way, the meaning of Lord Lord’s expression is obvious. Your honor is not only yours, but also belongs to your family. They will share your honor with you.

Not only that, Lord Lord also hopes that more people will know your glory.

So, after receiving such high-standard treatment, what would the island guards who won the “Star of Protecting the Island” think?

What else can I think?

Before joining the Island Guarding Team, these island guards were almost all in the lower class of society. They were “untouchables” in the eyes of the noble lords, and they would not usually look at them.

But once you become the “star of protecting the island”, even the lord will meet on the most formal occasions, and will personally encourage them, and the gang of lords from the government affairs office will visit and communicate with him on an equal basis. They will also give gifts that are not available to the outside world. one’s gift.

In other words, from this moment on, he is no longer a low-level untouchable, but an absolutely decent person, and even the neighbors will look at him with upwards.

Will he feel satisfied?

Can’t be satisfied anymore!

Because this is an honor that money can’t buy, it’s much more expensive than that bonus!

What will the “Star of Protecting the Island” do in the future?

Of course, I am more strict with myself and regard honor as life.

More importantly, I am grateful to the Lord Lord, and swear to protect the interests of Lord Lord.

If there is a war, he will definitely not hesitate to break his body to repay the lord’s great favor.

And what did Renault pay?

He just patted this Goshima player on the shoulder, handed him a red envelope that was not too big at all, and it was over.

Just this trivial matter, in exchange for a stunted fan, a loyal fan, and a person who is willing to serve him at any time.

What a bargain!

In addition to gaining a hardcore, there is another huge gain.

Since this honor is so coveted, naturally everyone will want it. Everyone has one head and two eyes. Why can’t you become the “star of protecting the island”?

Isn’t it about competing against who works harder and who obeys orders?

As a result, a competitive atmosphere quietly formed.

“Lord Lord, in 20 minutes, the Odin will arrive at Ironclad Island…”

At this time, the respectful voice of First Mate Lutherford reached Renault’s ears.

In the next moment, Moose’s roar spread across the deck, “Boys, prepare magical air guns and metal nets for labor and management, ready to land on the island…”