According to the literature records of the stalls, the most important part of the large-scale production of nitroglycerin is temperature control, and the large amount of heat released during the reaction can easily cause the explosion of sensitive explosives. As long as the temperature of the large reaction vessel can be kept constant, nitro*glycerol can be safely produced in batches.
Ice cubes can be used to cool down in laboratory trials, but ice cubes are not enough for mass production. The endothermic effect of ice-water mixture is limited. When a large amount of heat is released, the cooling speed is slow, the self-consumption is fast, and the preparation is also very good. trouble. And Agatha's ice coffin can easily generate a low temperature of nearly 100 degrees below zero, which is undoubtedly an excellent guarantee for cooling the container.
Roland didn't know whether the news was reliable or not, but it didn't prevent him from trying them one by one. Even in the event of an accident, Nana is the last insurance.
Back in the office, he wrote a letter of introduction to the guards, and asked the latter to take Agatha to the chemical laboratory and deliver the letter to Kaimer Strell.
In the letter, in addition to introducing Agatha's abilities, he also fabricated an aristocratic identity who came from a high-class family, but accidentally drifted here, so that the alchemist would restrain his temper and treat this person well, who would bring great benefits to chemical experiments. Help the witch. After the personal guards left, Roland was still a little worried. Kaimo was a straight temper, and Agatha was an ancient witch with a high self-esteem. I hope they don't quarrel.
Just when he wondered if he should go to the laboratory to see for himself later, Scroll opened the door and walked in.
"His Royal Highness, the results of the second batch of education popularization assessments are out," she said with a smile in the corner of her eyes, "This time there are 762 qualified candidates, half of them are adults."
"So much?" Roland was overjoyed. Compared with the first batch of more than 50 children from Carr College, half of the adults graduated this time, which means that the evening school training has achieved results. Feasibility of lesson plans.
"Yes, it has been almost half a year since you launched universal education, and these students are generally under the age of twenty-five. It is not too difficult to master basic reading and writing."
Maybe it has something to do with the text itself. It's definitely not so fast to change it into Chinese, Roland thought, although he always felt that the earthworm-like text was as awkward as it was.
When he started to implement universal education, he had no idea how far he could achieve it. After all, this was the first time in Greycastle, and there was no precedent to follow. In accordance with the principles of encouragement and subsidies, he discussed with the book for a long time, and worked out a set of education plans to open classes for minors during the day and classes for workers at night, supplemented by a series of incentive policies to lure workers to come and study. It's not bad.
Of course, all of this is inseparable from the responsible management of the specific implementers and books.
"You've worked hard," Roland nodded.
"It is my honor to serve you, Your Highness." She bowed slightly.
As the oldest witch in the Witch League, it is difficult for Roland to compare her to little girls like Anna and Lightning. The scroll gives him the feeling that he is always in a hurry and is well organized. When discussing issues, he can listen to his own thoughts quietly and also He pointed out his mistakes bluntly, and sometimes, he even felt like a junior in front of the other party.
Probably... She was born to be a teacher.
Roland shook his head with a smile and put these thoughts aside.
In short, a new batch of new troops has now been added, and some factories that have been in preparation for a long time can finally start construction.
"Please call Barov for me," he said cheerfully.
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The town hall superintendent quickly arrived at the castle. Since he started to build the city, his workload has increased day by day, there are more and more blank areas on his forehead, and even several wrinkles have grown. However, there was no exhaustion and distress on his face at all, and his spirit was getting better and better.
"Your Highness, are you looking for me for job recruitment?"
The other party probably also knew the news of a new batch of graduates in the town, and asked.
"That's right," Roland nodded. "Taking advantage of the advance of this year's evil moon, and Tifeko's inability to harass the West, I want to expand the army in Border Town to cope with the war in the coming year, and at the same time expand the number of existing factories."
"And the city hall," he added quickly. "After the city is built, your territory will be five to six times larger than it is now, and the city hall personnel will also need to be expanded to a corresponding size in order to manage such a vast land."
"Don't worry," the prince smiled, "I won't forget you." He took out a piece of paper and said while writing, "Among the more than 700 people graduating in the new class, the city hall will provide 20% of the jobs, and the acid factory will provide 20% of the jobs. Forty percent, the steam engine factory and the bicycle factory absorb the rest, of which the bicycle factory needs at least 100 people. The salary is set according to the previous standard, and the acid factory can raise the required number as soon as possible. "
As for the soap factory and perfume factory, the main work is done by witches. Ordinary people only need to repeat a few simple operations, and they can do it without literacy, so they are not included.
Roland believes that education can not only improve a person's knowledge and vision, but also improve his sense of responsibility and sociality. The meaning of enlightenment lies in this. This is also the reason why high-end factories need a large number of elementary-educated workers. A worker who has opened up his social attributes understands the importance of collaboration, altruism, and self-consciousness better than the ignorant ignorant. This is critical for delicate work with complex processes and numerous steps.
"Yes, Your Highness." Barov replied, "How many people does the army need to expand?"
"At least 1,000 people will be recruited for newly promoted civilians and refugees from the East," Roland ordered. "As before, the city hall will issue a notice, and the First Army will be responsible for reviewing and recruiting."
"One... 1,000 people?" Barov was stunned, "This is equivalent to the total number of the current First Army, Your Highness. If they are all equipped with materials and weapons according to the First Army's specifications, the cost is not low. ."
"I've thought about it all, so let's do it."
Now that he knew that the danger of the devil's invasion was imminent, he naturally couldn't do it as slowly as before. In addition to bringing the entire Western Territory under his control, when the next spring arrives, the first thing to do is to completely defeat Tifeko. As long as this tit-for-tat regime is eliminated, even if other areas are not occupied, the West Border New City will become a veritable "royal capital". At that time, whether it is to expand the population or promote trade, it will be free to do anything, instead of being restricted everywhere as it is now.
However, these plans do not need to be disclosed to Barov for the time being. He only needs to arrange financial distribution and material distribution for himself.
After the chief of the city hall left, the guards brought a new message.
Margery's caravan has arrived.
(., Your support is my biggest motivation.) 16-10-09 10:08:22