<h4>Chapter 184 The nning Part 2</h4>


    The transaction was smooth, and the satellite was promptly added to Richard''s inventory.


    "Now that we have a satellite on our hands, how are we going tounch it into space?" Graves asked, addressing a crucial logistical challenge. "The Philippines doesn''t have an existing aerospace infrastructure to support such aunch."


    "We can build ourselves aunch pad," Mark chimed in. "It''s very easy as long as it is modr and can be bought from the system. Right, Sir Richard?"


    Richard checked his shop tab again and browsed for the specificponents needed to construct a modrunch pad.


    "Yes, Mark, you''re correct. We can purchase a modrunch pad from the system, it''s avable here. But I don''t know where to look. Sara, do you have knowledge aboutunch pads?"


    "I do…wait…let me list it down," Sara said as she began to write on her notepad.


    Then she continued.


    "First, we need a stable and reinforcedunch tform. This tform needs to withstand the intense heat and force generated during a rocketunch. It will be constructed from high-grade steel with a heat-resistant coating. Then we''ll need a service structure. This will include a gantry with adjustable arms to amodate the satellite anduncher. The gantry is essential for facilitating ess to the spacecraft during the final stages of preparation. Next, we require a fueling system. This system must safely deliver the necessary rocket propents – liquid oxygen and kerosene, or whatever specific type theuncher uses. It includes storage tanks, pumps, and pipelines, all designed to handle cryogenic temperatures in the case of liquid oxygen.


    "Additionally, we need aunch control center. This will house theputers,munications equipment, and monitoring systems to oversee theunch process. It''s vital for coordination and ensuring the safety and sess of theunch.


    "And finally, we''ll set up telemetry and tracking stations. These are necessary for monitoring theunch and satellite once it''s in orbit. They''ll provide us with real-time data on the satellite''s status and trajectory."


    Richard nodded, impressed with Sara''s knowledge. "Excellent rundown, Sara. Now I''m going to need you to provide me with specifics because that''s too broad."


    Sara chuckled. "Oh…yeah, let me get into the specifics."


    She adjusted her notepad and began detailing theponents. "For theunch tform, we''ll need reinforced concrete foundations, capable of supporting the weight and vibration of theunch. The tform itself should have a me trench to divert the rocket exhaust. It''s crucial for protecting the structure and the surrounding area."


    "For the service structure, we need a mobile gantry. This will allow us to transport the satellite and theuncher to the tform and then provide ess to the spacecraft. The gantry should be equipped with tforms at various levels for technicians to work on the spacecraft."


    "The fueling system should include cryogenic storage tanks, specifically designed for liquid oxygen and kerosene. We''ll also need insted pipelines to transfer the propents to the rocket and high-capacity pumps for efficient fueling."


    "For theunch control center," Sara continued, "we need a reinforced building with shielded cables andmunication lines to prevent any electromaic interference. The center should be equipped with high-speedputers, video monitoring systems, and securemunicationworks for coordination with ground teams and the satellite."


    "Finally, for the telemetry and tracking stations, we need parabolic antennas, signal processing units, and data ry systems. These will track theunch vehicle''s trajectory, monitor the satellite''s systems during ascent, and establishmunication once it reaches orbit."


    Richard listened intently and began canvassing for theponents Sara had listed. He navigated through the system''s shop tab, finding each item and adding it to his order.


    All in all, it cost him about three million gold coins. It was pricey but it was an investment that was going to be worth his while.


    "Okay, purchasing those items isplete," Richard announced. "Now, the third problem is…?"


    "We need a site," Markpleted the thought. "Should we build it in New rk City?"


    Graves shook his head. "We have been hiding the fact that most of our equipment and resources came from Sir Richard''s system. We can''t let the civilians know of it. So we should construct it in a ce that is discreet. I''m thinking of Man International Airport."


    "What are the chances of the survivors hiding near the Man International Airport?" Mark said.


    "It should be slim," Graves guessed. "Like, we have been operating in and around Man for quite some time and there hasn''t even been a civilian except from the Resorts World Man that we found. Besides, it''s not like that person witnessing the construction of theunch pad would have the power to spread it across the world. The Inte has been long down, there is no social media to interact with. So why worry about one or two civilians seeing rockets beingunched in the center of the Man International Airport? We have used the airport for cargo aircraft like the A400M and no one even approached the airport."


    Richard nodded, considering the practicality of Graves'' suggestion. "I agree with Graves. The Man International Airport is isted enough to maintain discretion and has enough open space for the construction of theunch pad. Additionally, its existing infrastructure could be beneficial for our operations. "Like the air tower, we can use it as our makeshiftmand center for theunch," Richard continued. "It provides a good vantage point and is already equipped with some of themunications infrastructure we need."


    Sara added, "We should conduct a thorough sweep of the area first, just to be sure there are no civilians or unforeseen obstacles that could hinder our operations."


    "Let''s move quickly then," Richard urged. "Time is not on our side. Mark, and coordinate the transportation of theponents to the airport. Graves, arrange for a security detail and oversee the area''s clearance. Sara, you''ll be in charge of setting up theunch control center and ensuring all systems are operational."


    Everyone nodded and they quickly dispersed to begin their respective assignments.


    Alone in the meeting room, Richard mumbled to himself. "Master…whoever you are…you have been sending your pawns to finish us…now…we are bringing the fight to you."