mtl008 Chapter 100: Watching the First Launch of the Crew Dragon
Chapter 100: Watching the First Launch of the Crew Dragon
"Boss, how did you do that?"
"You knew Russian before, right?"
The cowboys simply couldn't believe it, and dared not believe it, that their boss had learned Russian in just one night. It was impossible!
They suffer terribly from learning Chinese.
It's tough!
Even passing the HSK Level 1 exam is extremely difficult!
HSK Level 1 requires proficiency in listening to and writing 150 of the most commonly used Chinese words and mastery of the simplest grammar.
Foreigners generally need 100+ class hours.
I can barely pass the HSK Level 1 exam!
Level 2 300 Vocabulary (Beginner Level)
Level 3 600 Vocabulary (Daily Level)
A vocabulary of 1200 words (equivalent to fluent conversations with Chinese people/unimpeded travel in China)
Level 5 2500 vocabulary words (work level)
5000 Vocabulary Words for CET-6 (Translation Level)
The HSK Level 1 exam is the most difficult because everything is difficult at the beginning; you need to learn a lot to master the basics.
Once you have a foundation, levels two and three are relatively easy!
After reaching the professional level at level four, you'll find your brain not enough, and it will feel increasingly difficult, making it hard to break through.
For the cowboys, Level 1 requires a lot of effort, but Levels 2 and 3 are much easier and not a big problem.
It's probably unlikely that I'll pass the CET-4 or higher!
difficult
Passing the HSK Level 4 exam is considered a great success, as it meets the requirements for daily communication, study, and work.
A raise of two thousand dollars is not unreasonable.
Zhou Kai and his colleagues weren't envious at all. Really, looking at the pained expressions on their American colleagues' faces, what was there to be envious of?
In comparison, they take the English Level 8 exam.
That's a piece of cake!
Moreover, they travel to the United States on business and receive standard American salaries and benefits, earning over ten thousand US dollars per month.
A single business trip can cost tens of thousands of RMB!
Easily support your whole family for a year in the country!
Are you unhappy?
Although cowboys earn high wages, they also have high expenses. Even with a monthly salary of $8,000, they can't save more than a fifth of it.
After all, Americans have always been known for their extravagant lifestyles.
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Chen Qiuning and Zhao Muqing explained to Eva and the others, "I already told you! The boss is a language genius!"
"How's it going? Are you convinced?"
"A bet's a bet, and you have to accept the loss!"
(→_→)
They both winked mischievously.
Eva, Anna, and Caroline pretended not to hear, blushing and acting spoiled, unwilling to fulfill a certain bet.
Zhou Kai and the others also explained to everyone:
"The boss went from English level 4 to level 8 in just two or three days. He is a genius in languages."
"I can memorize thousands of words every day!"
"You're comparing yourself to him?"
"You asked for trouble!"
The security team members all burst into laughter.
His face was full of mockery.
The cowboys and the two Russian girls were stunned.
"Holy shit!"
"How can this be?"
"Thousands of words a day?"
They were dumbfounded, their faces full of admiration. The BOSS was indeed no ordinary person; he was a true genius!
No wonder he learned to fly so quickly!
Shooting too~
Fighting too~
Is he a super genius in academics?
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They refused to admit defeat, so they dragged their Chinese colleagues along to patrol duty, help with cooking, and learn foreign languages together.
quickly
Musk's helicopter also arrived, and he greeted Jiang Feng and his group warmly, chatted with them, and extended an invitation:
"Jiang, in a few days my Crew Dragon spacecraft will be preparing for its first manned spaceflight. Would you be interested in watching it live at the Florida National Space Center?"
This is the first manned flight of the Crew Dragon!
Multiple test flights were conducted in the early stages.
As for the [Cargo Dragon], it has already flown many times!
It is the main cargo spacecraft of the International Space Station.
This is the first time in the world that a rocket manufactured by a private company has launched a manned spacecraft, which is of great significance.
The glorious history of the [Manned Dragon] is about to begin!
In just two years, SpaceX launched seven Crew Dragon spacecraft, outperforming Boeing.
It has transported a large number of astronauts to and from the space station.
Even developing space tourism—
On September 15, 2021, Japanese billionaire and renowned collector Yusaku Maezawa, along with three artists, embarked on a space tourism trip aboard a Falcon rocket and a Crew Dragon spacecraft.
The most impressive event was in 2022, when three Dragon spacecraft were simultaneously docked at the International Space Station, two of which were crewed Dragons.
What about its competitor, Boeing?
They made a complete fool of themselves!
After Boeing's Starliner spacecraft delivered two astronauts into space, it malfunctioned and was unable to return normally, ultimately having to return to Earth without crew.
(The return flight order has been transferred to SpaceX)
It should be noted that it is not that the United States is unable to bring back its astronauts; SpaceX has Crew Dragon spacecraft ready to launch at any time, but this is an order from Boeing.
Therefore, Lao Ma was very happy to see Boeing make a fool of itself, leading to many netizens in China blindly celebrating their success.
The US lacks the capability to bring its astronauts back.
Actually not!
Old Ma had already offered $350 million to help Boeing bring back its astronauts, but that price would only get them six people, and Boeing would become an international laughingstock.
How could Boeing possibly agree to that?
Last (August 26, 2024)
I was forced to agree...
This is a heavy blow to Boeing!
Closer to home
Jiang Feng readily agreed: "Of course, it's a great honor. I've never seen a rocket launch up close before!"
"Can we bring a few more people?"
He could see the cowboys, Zhou Kai and his group, Su Meng and Xu Jiao, and the little kids all looking on with envy and longing. Jiang Feng was also very helpless!
Musk laughed heartily: "Of course, no problem. You're all welcome to come along. It's an open event."
"You can basically watch it whenever you want!"
"But I can arrange for you to take close-up photos, and even photos with the astronauts. Anyone want to see that?"
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"I!"
"I!"
"I!"
...
Gaimer's son and Doug's daughter, along with the little kids, were shouting and jumping around excitedly.
Jiang Feng felt like his ears were about to explode from the noise!
He quickly raised his hand and said, "OK, OK, OK, everyone can go visit, but each person must write a reflection."
"Agree?"
"Agreed!"
Yang Chen: It's time to write another essay!
How can one article be enough?
I'm going to write it in three parts!
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The gathering was as lively as ever, and just as the atmosphere was getting into full swing, a dilapidated pickup truck drove into the farm.
The truck bed was filled with layers upon layers of wild boars.
Lambert, a tough guy, was unshaven, unkempt, and looked tired, but his eyes were bright and piercing.
He gave Jiang Feng a concise report:
"Sir, we've wiped out another nest of wild boars."
Jiang Feng smiled and invited, "Thank you for your hard work delivering this to the freezer. Come back and have a drink! It's alright, don't be shy!"
Lambert thought for a moment and quickly agreed:
Thank you, sir.
Watching the lively gathering and listening to the laughter, even the tough guy couldn't hold back anymore, secretly thinking to himself:
"This farm feels so nice!"
"Ah~"
"I wish I could join!"