Indeed, Gawain was deeply impressed by this iron star's ability to transform metal forms at extremely fast speeds, and at first he was indeed amazed by this guy's efficiency in processing metal parts, but soon he Realizing that compared to this processing speed, his accuracy may be a greater asset.
Speed is nothing - Gawain knows this very well. Although the processing speed of Nicholas eggs can scare everyone at the scene, Gawain knows very well that in the real industrial production mode, no matter how fast an individual is, It’s amazing but meaningless. Is it fast to process a hundred parts in a few minutes? It is indeed faster than a blacksmith's hammer, but in the industrial era, if you just shoot a few production lines, your machining speed will be so fast that even your mother will not recognize it!
Although Gawain can't just take a picture of the production line now, the prototype of the magic engine already exists. He believes that one day he will be able to take a picture of the production line with a wave of his hand. Nicholas Sooner or later, the egg's efficiency advantage will become obsolete as more and more machines are put into production. However, his other advantage is not so easily replaced by machines. At least compared with his efficiency, this advantage is replaced. The one will be slower -
His accuracy.
The parts he "kneaded" out of scraps were not made at random. Gawain could tell at a glance that they were actually miniature versions of some of the exposed parts on the prototype of the magic engine, and each part was so exquisite. They are far beyond the handmade products of those blacksmiths. Those metal sculptures are even made of hair... This is simply crazy!
"Precision?" Nicholas Egg seemed to realize something. He thought about it carefully and answered confidently, "It depends on how many things are processed at the same time. If you process a hundred at a time, there will definitely be a problem." The error is small, but only single-digit parts are processed each time, and if you let me process it slowly... the error is probably dozens of times smaller than your hair. Of course, the specific speed depends on the complexity and volume of the part, but. In my opinion, the most complicated part of the machine you made is also very simple."
Gowen: "?"
The metal ball didn't hear Gowen for a long time. He couldn't help but float over and touch the latter's arm: "Hey, why didn't you say anything?"
"I'll leave the first-generation industrial machine tools to you!"
"Huh?"
Gawain didn't explain much to the other party, because his heart was completely filled with excitement and he could hardly spare the energy to say anything else.
Yes, the first generation of industrial machine tools, or the so-called "work machine", is the foundation of everything and the most important link that allows the entire industrialization chain to be established. Instead of letting Nicholas Egg go to work on a large number of Repeatedly manufacturing those mass-produced parts should allow him to take advantage of precision and efficiency to create a working machine that can be used to produce other machine components in the shortest possible time - whether it is a variety of processing parts. Machine tools, or "rune drawing machines" that engrave simple runes in batches, can only use theseOnly by building something can he tie his foundation to the surging power provided by the magic engine, and gain the confidence to fight before the weak wall on the other side of the mountain is destroyed!
At this time, he was even a little regretful as to why he had not realized the talent of this metal ball earlier. If he had been directly involved in the development of the magic engine prototype, this day might have come earlier.
But he did not let this feeling of regret last too long, because before seeing it with his own eyes today, who would have thought that this metal ball's ability to control metal would be so powerful? To be honest, Gawain even suspected that Nicholas Egg himself had not thought of it...
And there is another point, he was not dazzled by Nicholas Egg's ability: this Iron Ball Star Man is a special individual, a Individuals are non-replicable and non-renewable, and under any circumstances, it is extremely irrational to pin the entire system on one individual. It’s great that Nicholas Egg can process the first generation of industrial machine tools, but what if something unexpected happens? What if he loses control over a critical metal material? What if he had an accident? What if a device unique to this world cannot be made of metal?
So Gawain quickly calmed down and realized that Mr. Nicholas Egg (or Miss? Is this a boy's ball or a girl's ball?) may be the biggest help he has encountered so far, but he You cannot rely entirely on the other person.
He still has to ensure that ordinary people participate in the process of establishing the industrial base.
So he looked at the anxious old blacksmith and rune craftsmen, and nodded slightly: "Don't worry that your skills will not be useful in the future - the territory will always be short of people, at most The way you work will change a little bit in the future."
Then he looked at Nicholas Egg: "Are you willing to be my machinery manufacturing supervisor?"
Nicholas Egg answered. Simply and neatly: "Dang, why not - it's rare to find something to do."
"Well, you will be responsible for helping me build the machine, and I will give you some drawings and processing tasks soon. You try to get those things out as quickly as possible - considering the convenience of materials, this shed next to the steel factory is used for you. In addition, your first task is to make three more magic machines. I want to use it in key places such as mines and steel plants.”
Although Gawain positions Nicholas Egg as a “work engine manufacturer”, at this stage, the latter is not yet complete. He had spare power to help expand the scale of those mass-produced machines. In line with the principle that people should make the best use of the ball, Gao Wen did not hesitate to assign a lot of production tasks to the ball.
The other party seemed quite happy...
Looking at the energetic Nicholas Egg, Gawain gradually calmed down.
With the help of such a stupid level time-traveling egg, if he does not consider the social form and only considers the technology tree, he feels that he can develop not only by leapfrog development, but also by leapfrog development...…
While in such a happy mood, he keenly noticed that the face of the old blacksmith Hamel still had a slight gloominess standing in the corner.
But Gawain did not persuade him in the end.
After all, Hammer is an old blacksmith who has been dealing with hammers and anvils for decades. He believes in his hammer and is proud of it, just like a knight believes in his sword and anvil. His martial arts skills were average, but the sudden appearance of an iron star, a "metal master" who was born with the ability to control metal, completely shattered the old blacksmith's confidence.
This may not be a fatal blow, because before the Nicholas Egg appeared, there were already "dwarf craftsmen" in this world who were far superior to human blacksmiths. Hammer was not a "dwarf craftsman" Stimulated by the crushing of his own individuality by "craft", what really makes the blacksmith feel heavy is probably that he has been vaguely aware of the future -
A future in which machines drive sledgehammers and manpower becomes increasingly insignificant. It seems not far away.
Hammer possesses a keenness that is rare among ordinary people in this era.
But what can Gawain say now? Tell Hamel to adapt to his role as "Steel Manager" as soon as possible and stop thinking about his blacksmith career. Or tell him that craftsmen will not completely decline. Even in another highly industrialized world, blacksmiths will still have problems. Shaken living soil? It's too early to tell Hammer this.
I hope he can adapt to the changes in the world quickly, because faster changes are coming soon.
Gawain sighed in his heart, and then broke the silence: "The newly formed department needs a name, let's call it Cecil Machinery Manufacturing Institute for the time being. Nicholas Egg, you are the mechanical supervisor and the first The director is at the same level as Hammer, who is the steel supervisor. In addition, you can select some people from the hundreds of craftsmen to serve as long-term assistants, but the list needs to be reviewed by me."
"Okay, someone can help. After all, it’s faster than me completing the entire process with one ball. They can help assemble it.” Nicholas’ egg floated up and down in agreement.
On the way out of the machinery manufacturing plant, Hetty looked at Gawain frequently.
"What's wrong?" Gawain asked her curiously.
"It's nothing, I just rarely see you so happy," Hetty showed a warm smile, "You are usually very serious and have a straight face, but you smiled today. Many times."
Gawain was shocked: "Am I usually very serious?"
He thought that his usual psychological activities were quite intense, and he was with Amber all day long. After much training, I am now almost a semi-professional fan. Although I don't often lose the majesty of my ancestors, I still don't have a straight-faced image, right?
Unexpectedly, Hetty nodded seriously: "You may not have noticed, but your expression is usually very serious."
Gawain suddenly touched it with worry. touchHe touched his hairline, then touched his chin, thoughtfully: "It's most likely a problem with the Chinese character face and beard..."
"Huh?"
Gawain immediately waved his hand: "No, it's nothing."
Hetty still had a lot of internal affairs to deal with, so she said goodbye to Gawain halfway and looked at Hetty The figure gradually disappeared from sight, but the joyful expression on Gawain's face gradually faded, and a hint of seriousness appeared.
He did not return directly to his tent, but took a slight turn on the road and came to a wooden house located in the southwest of the camp.
This wooden house is larger than the surrounding houses. There is a large nursery in front and behind the house. A variety of plants grow in the nursery, most of which are medicinal materials with various functions. The remaining half are relatively common plants that can be used as casting materials after processing.
Just from those nurseries, you can tell how special this wooden house is.
This is the residence of Druid Pittman, and it is also where he works - although the person looks quite unreliable, this residence and studio are quite stylish.
Gawain came to the wooden house and saw a sign hanging on the door, with a few lines written in dragon and phoenix characters:
Pitman's Pharmacy sells all kinds of medicinal herbs and finished alchemy. Pharmacy, selling druid amulets, transport accessories, part-time antique appraisal, divination (currently learning), professional lock picking, lock repair, roof repair, home cook (you can take care of children, but not under three years old).
Gawain looked at the wooden sign with a dull expression, his heart unmoved.
The little old man knew that illiterate civilians could not understand the words on the sign, but he still insisted on hanging this thing at the door. This can probably only be explained as a personal hobby?
Gawain shook his head and stretched out his hand to knock on the door, but before his hand was about to touch the door, the wooden door had already opened from the inside.
Pitman's wrinkled face appeared in sight: "Ah, I have been waiting for you for a long time."
Gawain was stunned: "You know I'm coming? ”
Has this old boy really mastered divination?
As a result, Pitman shook his head: "I was lying by the window just now and saw you walking this way."
Gao Wen: "..."