Lao Huang, did you see the news? The 'alchemy furnace' on China’s space station heated tungsten alloy to 3100 degrees, setting a world record. This breakthrough is hugely significant for the materials industry.

I saw it, really impressive. 3100 degrees is nearly half the temperature of the Sun’s surface. Achieving containerless experiments in microgravity is extremely difficult.

The key is their 'levitation technique' and 'true fire of Samadhi'. Using an electrostatic field, they made the liquid metal levitate into a perfect sphere, avoiding container contamination. That’s impossible on Earth.

The dual-wavelength laser system is also ingenious: semiconductor lasers heat the surface, while CO₂ lasers penetrate inside. With 300 watts of combined power, even tungsten alloys with the highest melting points can be rapidly liquefied.

From a commercial perspective, the applications of these ultra-heat-resistant materials are vast. Rocket engines, aerospace, even nuclear reactors all need materials that can withstand extreme environments.

Exactly, especially in space. The article mentioned these materials could serve as a 'shield' for spacecraft, resisting the intense heat of the atmosphere—vital for manned missions and deep-space exploration.

This project has been running for four years. From technical accumulation to record-breaking achievements, it shows the value of long-term investment. Basic research often leads to unexpected industrial opportunities.

China’s progress in materials science is truly remarkable. From ground labs to a space 'alchemy furnace', we’re pushing the boundaries of human materials engineering. This spirit of technological self-reliance is worth praising.