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The national flag hangs low, and the sorrow and music are melodious.

A memorial ceremony was held today for the officers and soldiers who died on the 361st boat, and an atmosphere of grief enveloped the entire base. Han Yu did not dare to go to the venue. To be precise, he did not dare to face so many families of the martyrs. He hid alone in the guest house room and looked in the direction of the venue to pay silent tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives.

The submarine had an accident at sea. When the rescue ship found the submarine based on clues provided by the fishermen, the hatch could not be opened from the outside due to air pressure. The officers and soldiers participating in the rescue were unable to enter and had to drag it back to the port for cutting.

After finally entering the boat, the scene inside was chilling.

All seventy crew members died, and most of them died at their respective posts. Their expressions were peaceful when they died, and it could be seen that they did not feel much pain.

There were no signs of fighting in the boat. Through repeated inspections of the scene and the identification report issued by the forensic doctor, it can be determined that the crew members died of suffocation. They died of suffocation in a very short period of time and did not die of poisoning or harmful gas poisoning. They didn't even know the danger was coming until they died.

In order to find out the real cause of the accident, the investigation team, with the assistance of the fleet, dismantled most of the entire submarine and carefully studied the submarine's power system, cabin oxygen supply, and the operation of various instruments and equipment.

After nearly a month of investigation, the cause of the accident was confirmed: there was a mechanical failure in the diesel engine intake valve!

On April 16, the submarine was recharged on its way back to Haiwei base.

According to the procedure, the diesel generator must be started when charging, and the diesel generator needs to burn a large amount of oxygen when starting, so the submarine must float close to the sea surface, extend the periscope and air intake valve above the command platform to the sea surface, and inhale air.

The investigation found that when the diesel generator was started, the intake valve was not opened due to mechanical failure, which directly caused the diesel engine to absorb a large amount of oxygen in the boat after it was started. After repeated calculations by power experts, the oxygen content of the gas in the boat dropped to zero in less than two minutes!

The submarine was conducting "silent" training at the time, cutting off all telecommunications communications with the outside world, so that the fleet headquarters was completely confused when it received the message from the coast guard. Moreover, according to the requirements in the operation manual, all hatch covers were closed at that time. Because the internal oxygen was absorbed and the air pressure was unbalanced, cabins 1 to 7 were under negative pressure and it was impossible to open the hatch covers from the inside, even if the officers and soldiers inside the boat At that time, it was discovered that the oxygen was plummeting and there was no way to escape.

This seemingly small fault actually led to such terrible consequences.

In the confined space, the oxygen was quickly exhausted, and the officers and soldiers fell into a situation of suffocation. They could not escape this ruthless fate and eventually sank into eternal darkness. The seventy officers and soldiers were all brave warriors. They did not experience fierce battles, but lost their lives in a peaceful mission...

The more Han Yu thought about it, the more uncomfortable he became, and his tears couldn't be controlled.

At this time, there was a knock on the door outside.

He quickly wiped away his tears and walked over to open the door.

The "Millennium Staff Officer" looked around to make sure there was no outsider in the room, walked in and asked in a low voice: "Why didn't you go to the memorial service?"

"I don't dare to go because I'm afraid I won't be able to control it."

"I don't dare either."

Staff Wu locked the door and followed Han Yu to the window.

Han Yu poured water for him and asked solemnly: "Are the families of the martyrs okay?"

"I don't know, but my superiors are prepared. There are dozens of military doctors at the venue and a dozen ambulances outside the venue."

"Is the chief okay?"

"not good."

"Did the chief mention me?" Han Yu asked after hesitation.

Staff Officer Wu knew very well what his old friend was worried about. He lit a cigarette, took several puffs in succession, and raised his head and said, "The chief praised you and said that you are very competent. You have completed the investigation work very well."

"The chief is not angry?" Han Yu couldn't help but ask.

"Are you talking about the eight words you summarized as 'outdated equipment and insufficient training'?"

"Um."

"The chief didn't get angry. He even added 'lax management and poor command' at the end."

"The chief added it himself?" Han Yu was shocked.

Staff Officer Wu nodded and said solemnly: "The chief has been reflecting on the situation these days. The day before yesterday, the chief told Team Leader Shen that the scientific and technological training over the years was just a formality, otherwise such an accident would never have happened."

"Yes, this is an accident that should not have happened!"

Han Yu confirmed that the chief had accepted the investigation results, sat down and said: "In today's technologically advanced world, it is unimaginable that even though we know that the submarine space is airtight and that the diesel generator set will burn a large amount of oxygen as soon as it is started, there are no detections in the boat. There are no sensors for oxygen levels.”

Staff Officer Wu stared at him closely and asked, "You didn't know this before?"

"I really don't know. I thought they should all have them. Not to mention submarines, they are all on commercial ships built now. You have seen the Chinese Customs 825 boat. When we received it, we required a comprehensive upgrade of the ship's environmental monitoring system, real-time The oxygen content, temperature, humidity and other parameters of each cabin are detected. Once an abnormality occurs, the system will automatically sound an alarm and take corresponding measures."

"A ship is different from a merchant ship."

"What's different?"

Staff Officer Wu could understand Han Yu's mood at this moment, so he put out his cigarette butts and explained helplessly: "First of all, not all officers and soldiers are like you who can both sail and repair ships. What they learn in military schools and teaching teams is How to operate a submarine, how to conduct combat, and how to repair simple faults.

Secondly, the ship is not a commercial ship, and it cannot be upgraded if you want to. In fact, not only on warships, but also on military uniforms issued by superiors, if they don't fit, you can't just go to a tailor to change them. As for the large-scale scientific and technological training, not everyone has all the conditions like you. "

"Can you only operate and perform simple maintenance?"

"To put it bluntly, it's pretty good to be able to do this."

There are many rules in the active military, and it is true that officers and soldiers cannot just upgrade and reform if they find problems and want to. Moreover, the level of education and professionalism of officers and soldiers is there. It is obviously unrealistic to expect them to be proficient in operation and combat while also conducting research on equipment. After all, there are specialties in the art industry.

Who can be blamed for such an accident? After thinking about it, I can only blame the technology that is not advanced enough. The education level of the officers and soldiers, especially the professional and technical level, is not high enough.

Han Yu sighed secretly, not knowing what to say, when Staff Officer Wu suddenly asked: "Brother, did Jiang Zxi and Hu Zxi say anything when they listened to the report?"

"Hu Zxi didn't say anything, he just listened to our report. Jiang Zxi has a very high level and asked a lot of questions, and the questions he raised were very professional."

"Xi Jiang is an alumnus of your Jiaotong University. He studied electrical engineering before. As soon as he graduated from university, he went to work at the Donghai Grain and Service Experimental Factory. He served as an engineer, engineering section chief, electrical workshop director and power workshop director!"

Staff Officer Wu thought for a while and then said: "Later he was transferred to the Second Design Bureau of the First Machinery Ministry, where he presided over the design of our first domestically produced turbine generator in New China. Later he participated in the formation of FAW and went to Moscow Stalin Automobile Manufacturing Plant for an internship. After returning, I worked as the deputy director of the power department, deputy chief power engineer, and director of the power plant at the First Automobile Manufacturing Plant. I am a professional in mechanics, and it is normal for me to know everything."

Mr. Jiang is proficient in mechanics, understands geology and water conservancy, and the leaders of the Central Committee are very powerful.

Until this moment, Han Yu still felt like he was dreaming. He couldn't believe that he had the opportunity to report to two Z chairs at the same time, face to face!

Staff Wu didn't know what Han Yu was thinking, so he hesitated and said, "Xianyu, the chief will go back after the memorial service. Do you want to go with us to see the chief off later?"

"Shall I see the chief off?"

"In the future...it may be difficult to see the chief in the future."

Han Yu was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized: "You mean the chief..."

Staff Officer Wu didn't wait for him to finish speaking, then nodded with a grimace: "If such a big thing happens, someone has to take responsibility, otherwise there will be no way to explain it to the superiors and the subordinates."

"But the superiors have already announced the order to adjust the fleet commander and political commissar. How come even the commander has to be transferred?"

"I've told you more than once before that accidents determine the outcome."

"If something goes wrong, the main leaders will be held accountable. Who will dare to train strictly in the future? Especially the navy. If the ships do not leave the port or go to sea in bad sea conditions, then nothing will happen. If things go on like this, how can we improve our combat effectiveness?"

"If the main leader does not need to take responsibility, it is also inappropriate."

The chief treats himself well.

Han Yu was worried about the leader from the bottom of his heart. He was silent for a moment and asked, "Do you know who will succeed the leader as the navy commander?"

Staff Officer Wu was also reluctant to transfer his leader, but this was not something he, the "thousand-year-old staff officer", could decide. He frowned and said, "The former deputy commander of our navy is now the president of the Academy of Military Science."

"The president of the Academy of Military Sciences serves as the commander?"

"The new leader is half a fellow countryman to you. He is from Donghai. He graduated from a submarine school. He has served as a submarine intern fish and mine commander, staff officer of the nuclear submarine office of the headquarters, submarine deputy captain and captain, deputy detachment leader of the submarine detachment, and fleet staff officer. Assistant to the commander and chief of staff of the North Sea Fleet, he has stepped up step by step and is proficient in business."

Han Yu subconsciously asked: "The resume of the new leader sounds similar to that of the new leader of the fleet?"

"Well, they all graduated from the submarine academy. They have all worked on submarines and have rich work experience."

"Brother, there are no outsiders here. Let me tell you the truth, this arrangement by the superiors seems a bit like treating a headache with a headache, and it is suspected of going backwards, which is not conducive to the construction of the navy."

"What's the meaning?"

"The navy is not only equipped with submarines, but also with other types of ships. When economic conditions improve in the future and the troops have funds, they may even be equipped with aircraft carriers! Do you know how excited the military fans were when the chief took office? But the chief I’ve only been doing this for a few years.”

The outgoing commander is a naval aviation pilot and has served as squadron commander, deputy group commander, deputy regimental commander, deputy commander of the North Sea Fleet Aviation, naval aviation division commander, deputy commander of the naval aviation, deputy commander of the navy...

Military fans are really excited to have such a leader serve as the commander of the navy, because through such personnel arrangements, it can be seen that the Chinese military attaches great importance to the construction of naval aviation, and may even be determined to build China's own aircraft carrier.

Personnel is politics.

It is conceivable that with the adjustment of the head of the Navy Headquarters, although the aircraft carrier dream of military fans will not be shattered, it is estimated that superiors will not have plans to build an aircraft carrier in the next ten years.

Han Yu felt a strong sense of frustration and watched Staff Wu hesitate to speak.

Staff Officer Wu could understand his mood and patted his arm: "Every party in the world must come to an end. As for what you are thinking about, the conditions are not mature now. But I believe that there will be what should be there. Even if our generation cannot achieve it, we The next generation can also achieve it.”