MTLNOVEL Chapter 1078: Technological Strength
AVIC's warehouse is located within the Djibouti base of the old motherland…
There are 24-hour sentries at the massive warehouse entrance, and mobile patrols around it, all contributing to an atmosphere as if facing a great enemy throughout the base.
Joe Ga originally planned to greet the soldiers inside the base, but unexpectedly, these guys were extremely serious. After a rigorous identity check, they were finally let into the warehouse.
Joe, however, did not feel offended; on the contrary, he quite admired the soldiers' state of readiness.
The external mercenaries of P.B probably won't have a chance in this lifetime. Only when the local Xiao Hei soldiers grow up can there be some breakthrough in terms of military appearance and demeanor.
In this relatively solemn atmosphere, Joe Ga and Old Li, under the lead of a stern-faced major, walked into the warehouse.
Joe Ga immediately saw a pile of large boxes stacked together…
Anti-radiation Missile Pl-16!
This is currently the most advanced anti-radar missile from the old motherland!
Legend has it that once activated, this device can autonomously seek out enemy radars for attack, and can strike not only ground but also airborne targets, known as an AWACS killer.
This time, the old motherland sent a total of 40 rounds, filling up the support completely.
When the major opened the box for Joe Ga to inspect the goods, he scanned it with the Omnipotent Toolbox…
Joe didn't understand much of the technical aspects, but once he had seen them, he owned them.
In case of trouble in the future, a slight modification in design would allow direct usage.
But merely anti-radiation missiles are not enough; the truly advanced technology lies behind the missile boxes…
Six suitcase-sized boxes were opened, containing drones similar to the Springblade.
Old Li watched as Joe Ga picked up a drone and fiddled with it in his hands, smiling and said, "This is our latest product…
Don't underestimate these small items; the built-in signal transmitters can simulate multiple fighter jet models to deceive enemy radars.
You should know the use of such things…"
Looking serious, Old Li continued, "These small items aren't particularly confidential, but I still hope they won't be exposed to the French.
These launch boxes can be directly mounted on the weapon racks of the JF-17, allowing them to lure enemy air defense fire and coax hidden radars to activate.
Once targets are discovered, anti-radiation missiles can be used to strike them."
Joe Ga nodded seriously…
He now counts as a professional soldier, with increased insight leading to a deeper understanding of modern warfare than in the past.
We're beyond the era of simple massive ships and cannons; the real contest has shifted to more complex levels of digitization and intelligence.
The contest for air superiority starts with the battle between radar and anti-radar technologies.
Why do American reconnaissance planes always loiter around other countries? To detect radar positions and analyze radar signals.
Once enemy radar signals are mastered, large airborne early-warning aircraft can even simulate fighter signals to confuse enemy radars or use electronic countermeasure systems to block radar detection and disrupt enemy missile attacks.
In aerial domains, the contest between spear and shield is never-ending.
The only entities currently keeping up with the pace are two and a half countries: America, China, and half counting France.
The old motherland's contest with America in the first island chain might seem like a few lines of angry text in the news, but in reality, it involves a collision of two enormous technological systems.
Many people do not truly understand the significance of the first island chain for the old motherland!
It's not just a matter of face but a new demand for self-defense following the rise in national power.
When things were destitute in the past, it didn't matter; no matter how powerful America was, we could rely on strategic depth to wage a defensive war.
But as the coastal areas became the richest regions, this approach no longer works…
The old motherland needs new defensive depth, and the first island chain lying there is essentially like having a gun to its head.
In an actual war, America has the capacity to rely on the Guam base, in alliance with the Island Nation and the Peninsula, to inflict severe damage on the old motherland's affluent coastal areas.
Although the old motherland possesses unrivaled long-range strike capability, reputedly capable of breaking the island chain, such a defensive battle is always disadvantageous.
Tearing open the first island chain to establish new defensive depth is the old motherland's crucial defensive demand.
Huangyan Island is just the start; look at the map to see how those reefs guard the waters between Bay Island and the Philippines.
As long as the old motherland holds the Bay Island strait and the surrounding waters of Huangyan Island, it's akin to how America holds Malacca, able to suffocate the Island Nation and Peninsula if necessary.
Seizing such an advantage allows holding the upper hand in military and political matters in East Asia.
The only problem now is America's naval power is too formidable; an actual fight would result in immense losses for the old motherland!
Thus, both sides continue to probe each other, and technological forces continuously upgrade; the contest of spear and shield has reached a level incomprehensible and unmatched by other countries.
The stuff sent by AVIC proves that the Matriarch's family didn't merely limit themselves to the defender's position.
Under normal circumstances, it's impossible for any country's ground-based radar to be fully operational, as that would be akin to exposing oneself to a sniper's crosshairs.
This unmanned drone that can emit decoy signals creates an urgent situation, revealing enemy radar, and when combined with anti-radiation missiles, can tear open the enemy's air defense radar network.
The shift in regional air superiority means that a three-pronged sea, land, and air attack will follow, and the technologically backward side basically has no chance of winning afterwards!
Advancements in technology have taken warfare to another level; at times, a small gap can mean tens of thousands of lives lost.
The depth of defense is the last straw to grasp; several of the Matriarch's eastern neighbors lack this, which is why they cling tightly to America's military power.
Major powers wield nuclear weapons to create a deterrent balance; smaller nations with limited technology, once caught in a major power's war, their soldiers and civilians are bound to suffer badly.
Joe Ga fully understands the Matriarch's generosity and Old Li's concerns. After scanning those small drones, he waved his hand to Old Li and said: "This little thing along with anti-radiation missiles can only be used by the Falcon, and now there are only two Falcons. I need to ensure the greatest striking force.
I want to modify and attach these little things to other planes."
Old Li, upon hearing this, expressed some concern: "You can't attach them to other families' fighter jets, actually, just two Falcons are enough. The base organization won't have much air defense power."
Joe Ga shook his head, smiled, and said: "Then you're underestimating them. Many people probably know about Shah losing two frontline air defenses recently.
But what you don't know is that over the past few years, the Yemeni Government has lost most of its air defense power.
Someone spent big money buying a batch of S400 air defense missiles from the Houthi forces."
Seeing Old Li looking worried, Joe Ga waved his hand and said: "Don't worry, Old Li, I understand the importance of these things, they won't be used on other family's planes.
Haven't you all forgotten? Actually, I'm also a notable fighter plane owner in Africa!
And don't forget you sell drones; just a bit of modification and it can be launched from a drone.
This is real battlefield verification; whether the drone can execute reconnaissance and electronic warfare tasks in a complex environment — you'll know by testing it in real combat."
Old Li, upon hearing this, slapped his forehead and said: "Hey, with what you've said, the already deployed Rainbow 4B is no longer suitable now.
I understand. I'll make a report and have the homeland send over two more suitable models."
Joe Ga, seeing Old Li's excitement, smiled and nodded, and said: "Don't underestimate those guys across the sea!
This bunch has fought countless battles, and has received lots of external support.
I can responsibly say landing in Yemen will be a tough fight.
And honestly, apart from America's strike on Iraq and NATO's bombing of Yugoslavia, Yemen will be the most intense battlefield in the past decade; Syria was small scale because Russia's ineffective intervention made America hold back."
Old Li's gaze sharpened upon hearing this, and he said: "Hu Lang, how confident are you?
Lately, the base organization has been acting arrogantly; don't let a good dish end up with grit.
I visited Russia's MiG warehouse; their R-37M air-to-air missile and Kh-31PD supersonic anti-radiation missile's performance is mediocre.
The air-to-ground Kh-38 is Russia's latest missile developed in 2010 for stealth fighters, with almost zero combat data.
Now, the French and Swedish only provide a small number of air-to-ground missiles, mainly for live demonstration.
Hu Lang, if your missiles aren't up to par, even more fighter jets won't help.
There's still time, give me a list and I'll report it upstairs to fight for something."
Joe Ga decisively waved his hand and said: "No need to exaggerate, these anti-radiation missiles are already enough.
I'll handle the rest; anyway, there'll definitely be enough bombs for these fighters to use.
Falcon is actually just here to put on a show, make a splash, then can head back to the defense exhibition for sales."
Old Li looked at Joe Ga doubtfully, finally gritting his teeth and said: "I'll try to get a batch of YL-14 small-diameter guided bombs over, that thing is technically low-key and not conspicuous, you can use it freely.
A 1000-kilogram rack can carry four rounds at a time, with a maximum range of 300 kilometers depending on the situation, surely better than your bombs equipped with Pathfinders."
YL-14 is akin to the Gryphon Missile in Joe Ga's hands, combining a gliding wing and a small jet engine, capable of accurate guidance with GPS, radar, infrared, and semi-active laser in various modes.
YL-14 can be modified as needed, its basic version being a bomb plus wing and GPS navigation, then the guidance version can be customized or an engine added to extend the range.
This gadget can't compare to those famous air-to-ground cruise missiles, and even lacks the Gryphon Missile's terminal rocket acceleration penetration capability.
Faced with enemy anti-missile and close-in defense systems, this thing can't escape, but it's great for military contractor companies like P.B.
Moreover, Joe Ga has the ability to apply the modular upgrades and various navigation mix advantages of the YL-14 onto the Gryphon Missile.
The bomb equipped with Pathfinder is good enough for the Gryphon-1. Using this in jet fighters is really shameful; P.B. can have an air-to-ground missile fully its own in the future.
In fact, 'Professor' has organized a team, preparing to develop Seville's own guided bomb to enrich Seville's air force strike power; cheap bombs won't be easy to get in the future.
Joe Ga really couldn't refuse Old Li's goodwill...
Sincerely thanking Old Li for his support, Joe Ga pulled him away from the warehouse and returned to P.B.'s base...