King of Industry

  Chapter 703 They actually want to make a big topic

  Listening to these graduate students from McGill University singing the famous opera "Orfeo", which is not very smooth, Zhao Guoyang couldn't help shaking his head secretly.

  To be honest, the singing of these students is really not very good, at least it is several grades worse than the version Zhao Guoyang heard in the opera house in his previous life.

  The key point is that what Zhao Guoyang listened to in the opera house was only at the level of the provincial performance team, not the top international level.

   One can imagine how amateurish these students are in singing.

  Although their singing is really average, their attitude and courage are still very good.

   In front of so many people, there was no sense of stage fright at all, and everyone was generous and full of energy.

  The self-confidence and optimism unique to young people made Zhao Guoyang appreciate them a little more.

  After the song was sung, several young people bowed to the citizens and tourists who were watching the excitement, and then took out their hats to ask for rewards.

  The quality of these students is very high, no matter whether the people around them give money or not, they will bow down and say thank you.

  Seeing the end of the performance, the spectators around gradually dispersed. Only a few people took out their wallets and tipped a few coins.

  Seeing that the students were about to come to her side, Huo Xiufen couldn't help reminding Zhao Guoyang: "Head Zhao, we should go..."

  Zhao Guoyang didn't seem to hear her words, but just looked at the six polite and energetic young people with great interest.

  Seeing this, Huo Xiufen looked helplessly at Chang Linda and Duan Ruixiang.

  The two of them were also at a loss, and it was difficult to say anything at this time, so they could only stand there motionless and see what would happen.

   At this time, among the six people, the girl who was the leader had already walked in front of Zhao Guoyang.

  When she saw the tall Asian man with piercing eyes, the girl froze for a moment.

  In Canada, although the number of Asians is small, they are concentrated in major cities such as Ottawa and Vancouver. It is not surprising to see Asians on the streets.

  However, in mainstream Canadian society, it is generally believed that Asians are relatively boring in life. Apart from reading and studying, only work is left.

   Few Asians would be bored to come to the "Royal Plaza" to watch the performances of entertainers, let alone give tips.

  So after seeing the Asian man in front of him, the young female student was a little surprised.

   Just when she was thinking about whether she should try another person, Zhao Guoyang had already taken out two 100 Canadian dollar bills from her pocket with a smile, and put them gently into the girl's hat.

   "Uh...that's too much, sir!" The blond female student couldn't help saying in half-baked English when she saw the two banknotes.

  In Canada, most Asians or Chinese can speak English.

  So whether in a French-speaking province like Quebec or an English-speaking province like Ontario, people basically use English when dealing with Asians.

After hearing what this female student said, Zhao Guoyang just smiled slightly, and said in standard Apennine language: "Miss, you are welcome. I want to ask, are you all graduate students of the School of Mechanical Engineering? This project you are raising funds for is another what?"

  Just now when Zhao Guoyang was looking at the fundraising boxes of these graduate students, he caught a glimpse of the words "School of Mechanical Engineering" on it, so he made such a move.

  The academic level of McGill University is unquestionable. Among its postgraduate majors, mechanical engineering, radiation physics, and mineral engineering are all ranked high in the world.

  These students don't seem to be fooling around, but are serious about raising funds, which shows that they must be very confident in their project.

   Their actions naturally aroused Zhao Guoyang's interest.

  Seeing that Zhao Guoyang could speak Apennines at this time, the blond female student's face was filled with surprise.

  She replied sincerely: "Sir, you are right. We are graduate students in the School of Mechanical Engineering. Our research topic is the application of driverless vehicles in daily life."

  Hearing this, Zhao Guoyang was surprised.

  At first, he thought that the research projects of these students were just the application and improvement of some mechanical equipment, but he did not expect that it turned out to be such a big topic as "unmanned vehicles".

  If the research on such a large-scale subject is placed in a domestic university, it is absolutely impossible for a few graduate students to start it.

   Zhao Guoyang probably knows a lot more about the field of driverless cars than all the engineers and scientists in the world.

  In the era before Zhao Guoyang's rebirth, driverless cars had developed to an amazing level.

  This technology, which integrates many technologies such as automatic control, architecture, artificial intelligence, and visual computing, is a product of the highly developed computer science, pattern recognition, and intelligent control technologies.

  At the same time, this technology is also an important symbol to measure a country's scientific research strength and industrial level, and has broad application prospects in the fields of national defense and national economy.

   At this time, I heard that the research projects of the six young people in front of me are actually related to this. Of course, Zhao Guoyang will not let them go lightly.

Thinking of this, Zhao Guoyang touched his chin and said, "Well, driverless cars use on-board sensors to perceive the surrounding environment of the vehicle, and control the steering and speed of the vehicle based on the road, vehicle position and obstacle information obtained from the perception. This enables the vehicle to travel safely and reliably on the road."

   "Frankly speaking, this is a good research project with a cross-age, but..."

   Zhao Guoyang's words have already stunned the blond female student and her companions.

  In fact, although they have already started research on "unmanned vehicles", their level is only entry-level.

  Seeing that Zhao Guoyang clearly explained the principle of "unmanned vehicles" without any effort, these students were naturally full of surprise and amazement.

   "Sir, do you have any doubts about our research project?" The leading female student asked expectantly.

  Zhao Guoyang shrugged and said relaxedly: "It's not a question, but you are facing many difficulties in this project."

"To give the simplest example, since the 1970s, countries such as the United States, England, and Germany have begun research on unmanned vehicles. At present, in terms of feasibility and practicality, unmanned vehicles have achieved great success. A breakthrough has been made."

   "Accordingly, the technology has gradually matured. But why so far, driverless car technology has not been popularized, or even applied in real life at all?"

  After hearing the question Zhao Guoyang asked, the blond woman was even more surprised.

   Zhao Guoyang ignored her surprise, and explained to himself: "The reason is very simple, that is, this technology lacks an industry standard."

   "To put it bluntly, driverless cars, like airplanes, also need a response system to communicate directly, such as sending coordinates, driving speed and destination to each other."

   "It's a pity that the world's major automakers are willing to support the same car-to-car communication standard. Uniqueness and uniqueness are what these car manufacturing giants are after?"

  After Zhao Guoyang said these words, the six students in front of him were astonished.

  The blond woman in the lead couldn't hold back her excitement, she took Zhao Guoyang's hand and said, "Sir, after listening to your explanation, we are really enlightened."

   "If my guess is correct, you must be an expert in mechanical manufacturing, right? I wonder if you can make some comments and suggestions on our research project?"

   "We... We're willing to pay a price for this!"

  After hearing this, the other two female classmates behind the girl couldn't help but blush slightly, while the other three boys looked embarrassed and helpless.

  Zhao Guoyang waved his hand with a smile and said: "The price is unnecessary! To be honest, although I have doubts about your project, I am still very interested in it."

   "I want to hear your explanation of this project. If I can get my approval, it is not impossible to sponsor you to continue to study this project!"

   "Ah! It turns out that you are a patent investor, sir! How wonderful!" the blond girl exclaimed.

  The melon-eating people around were startled by this bluffing female classmate, and all cast their attention on Zhao Guoyang.

   Zhao Guoyang, who was taken aback, quickly shook his hand and said, "Student, I think we should find a coffee shop and sit down and have a good chat. This is not a place to talk..."

Seeing Zhao Guoyang looking around, the blond female student nodded embarrassingly and said, "Okay sir, let's go to the Monica Cafe in front. By the way, my name is Olivia... I am a Canadian of Apennine descent. people."

   "Zhao Guoyang, from Huaxia!" Zhao Guoyang smiled and shook hands with the blond female student.

   Huo Xiufen on the side looked at Zhao Guoyang who had won the trust of these "performer" students with just a few words, and couldn't keep her mouth shut.

   Just when she was stupid and didn't know what to do, Zhao Guoyang had turned around, nodded to her and said: "Huo Chu, let's go to the cafe in front to have a rest. I'll chat with these students casually!"

   "Ah, good... good!" Huo Xiufen was in a daze, and was finally reminded by Chang Linda and Duan Ruixiang next to her, and followed quickly.

  Olivia was very interested in what Zhao Guoyang had just said on "Driverless Cars", so she took him, Huo Xiufen and the others to Monica's Cafe three steps at a time.

  After taking their seats one by one, Olivia couldn't help asking Zhao Guoyang: "Researcher Zhao, how much do you know about 'driverless cars'?"

  After hearing this, Zhao Guoyang let out a "huh" and said unhurriedly: "It's hard to say how much you know, anyway, it should be enough to point out the direction for your research..."

   "Uh..." Olivia and her companions were stunned after hearing Zhao Guoyang's big words that didn't seem to be fake.

  (end of this chapter)