Chapter 622: Chapter 286: Weirdo_2
Of course, this satellite experience type is different from a standardized private satellite.
Although each TubeSat kit includes satellite components, safety hardware, solar panels, batteries, power management hardware and software, a transceiver, an antenna, a microcomputer, and necessary programming tools. With these kits, one can build a real satellite that is powerful enough to let users receive signals on the ground with handheld amateur radio receivers and can also act as a private amateur radio relay station.
But it can basically only be used for a few weeks, at most a month or two.
Allen Zhang also asked Big Beard about the difference between TubeSat satellites and these micro-satellites, and where he got them from.
“Users’ TubeSat private satellites will be launched into Earth’s low orbit at an altitude of 310 kilometers on Interorbital’s Systems NEPTUNE 30 rocket along with 31 other satellites. These small satellites will not become long-term space debris as they can only operate for a few weeks before they depart orbit and burn up in the atmosphere.”
Big Beard Nami said, “But these private satellites developed jointly with the Mayweather Rocket Research Lab can stay in orbit for at least 3-5 years, and their functionality and materials are military-grade, offering smoother network signals than ordinary satellites. Moreover, they can circumvent internet blocks, providing access to ecological and geographic information from other regions and countries.” Google seaʀᴄh N0velFire.ɴet
“My friend works in the Rocket Research Lab; this is also their joint research success with Mayweather, but they are currently researching new types of satellites, so this set of micro-satellites is no longer valued. I bought it from them, originally planning to find someone to launch it myself, but subsequent events disrupted my plans.”
After finishing, Big Beard affectionately looked towards his girlfriend, “I met my true love! We decided to sell some useless stuff at home, then take this money to travel to other countries. Admire the world’s beautiful scenery, and then return to the starting point where we first met, to get married in a church!”
The ‘bride’ also showed a shy smile.
Allen Zhang fell silent. He then asked, “So, how much are you willing to sell this set of private satellites for?”
“$300,000. The cost of manufacture for each is ten thousand dollars, totaling 27 micro-satellites, along with a mature matrix database containing geographic data and GPS programming, featuring many adept functionalities. I want to sell it for three hundred thousand dollars,” said Big Beard Nami logically.
Allen Zhang immediately put on a pained expression, thought for a moment, then took out his Dragon Slayer Sword and fiercely slashed at this deranged LGBT.
“Alright, Nami, you are right, the cost of these private satellites indeed warrants this price, but you forgot the most important thing, these are at least two years old research results, didn’t you also mention the Rocket Research Lab is currently researching the latest private satellites with Mayweather? This implies they also know this model will soon be outdated, and the new model will definitely be stronger in functionality and lifespan.”
“Currently, private satellite research companies also have their new products, ArduSat’s nano-satellites target a cost of $200,000, with launching fees around $100,000, meaning, with $300,000, I could also buy the latest, most complete, and easiest to use private satellite, then why would I spend $300,000 to buy your second-hand satellites? Moreover, I will need to find a rocket launch company and spend at least another $100,000 to send them into orbit. Not to mention, I’ll need people to maintain the network to avoid accidents, satellites are very fragile.”
“You make a good point…” Big Beard Nami was stunned. Successfully persuaded by the General Sect Leader’s foolproof argument, “So, how much are you planning to spend on these satellites?”
“I’m not some unscrupulous merchant; I genuinely wish for a smooth global tour for you two, and then getting married in a California church, leading a blissful life. Considering its cost value and future pre-purchase value, I’ve decided to buy it for $175,000!” Allen Zhang offered his price.
“…” Big Beard seemed slightly dissatisfied, seeking half less than he expected.
“Buddy, the cost price of these private satellites is more than that.”
“But didn’t you buy them from your friend at a discount price? How much did you pay?” the General Sect Leader pointedly inquired.
“I only spent $122,000 at that time,” Big Beard honestly replied.
“Congratulations, you’ll still make a profit of $50,000 by holding onto it. You bought it for $120,000, and now you want to sell it for $300,000. I reckon it’s impossible for you to sell, besides me, no one else would likely buy such a thing,” Allen Zhang smiled, “$175,000, that’s all I can offer you, otherwise I’d rather purchase the latest satellites.”
“Okay! Deal.” Big Beard eventually agreed, shaking hands with the General Sect Leader, and before Allen Zhang could say anything, he expressed his astonishment, “Buddy, your hands are so white, so soft, so beautiful. Brother, you smell so good, completely odorless… My goodness! Buddy, you have such a great physique!!”
Allen Zhang watched as Big Beard leaned in, touching his hand and chest, his mouth twitching.