Chapter: 4

"For Tony's lack of knowledge about graphene, Mark wasn't surprised.

When Mark initially designed Baymax, considering the issues of battery life and charging, he didn't follow the original design and use lithium batteries with a supercapacitor charger. Instead, he considered using graphene batteries, which are stable in nature, charge quickly, and have powerful energy storage capabilities.

But after searching the internet, scientific journals, and magazines, Mark discovered that scientists in this world hadn't even discovered the potential of graphene, this incredible super material.

Since there were no ready-made materials to use, he had to do it himself, self-sufficiently.

So Mark started with the preparation of graphene, spending more than half a year step by step, and finally manufactured his ideal graphene battery.

Now that Tony doesn't know about graphene, Mark won't miss this opportunity to show off in front of him.

"Graphene is a two-dimensional carbon nanomaterial composed of carbon atoms with sp2 hybridized orbitals, forming a hexagonal honeycomb lattice. I continuously peeled off graphite using the micro-mechanical exfoliation method and discovered this nanomaterial consisting of only one layer of carbon atoms.

Graphene has excellent optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. Due to its unique internal structure, it possesses excellent conductivity and optical performance. I utilized the characteristics of lithium ions shuttling rapidly and extensively between the graphene surface and the electrode to develop a new energy battery, which is the graphene battery currently used in Baymax.

The energy storage capacity of a graphene battery is ten times that of an equivalent lithium battery, and its charging speed is a thousand times faster than traditional batteries.

Moreover, graphene also has excellent strength, making it the strongest material among all known materials and suitable as a new type of protective material in the military field. Its outstanding optical properties can also be used to manufacture laser weapons.

It can be said that graphene is an almost omnipotent and miraculous material."

After listening to Mark's explanation of graphene, Tony stood frozen in place. "Who am I, where am I, where do I come from, and where am I going?" Tony Stark at this moment was completely stunned by Mark's stunning performance.

"I'm Tony Stark, and I'm calling you a little genius. I never expected your research to progress to such a level. It completely subverts my understanding of nanomaterials."

"Of course, after all, when you and a certain unnamed lady were romping in bed, I was immersed in the ocean of knowledge!"

Mark's frank remarks made Tony feel extremely embarrassed, so he changed the subject. "So, when you accepted the offer just now, you specifically mentioned that it only includes the mechanical data. The reason lies here, right? The graphene battery and graphene material data are not considered part of the mechanical data but rather material-related data. And you called me the evil capitalist, but I think you're the one who's being secretive. Name your price; I want to buy this technology."

"2.5 billion US dollars."

"So cheap?" Tony couldn't believe it.

"It's a licensing fee, and it's for one year."

"He truly is my own son. Deal! By the way, what would you like to have for dinner, you little brat?"

"How about a cheeseburger?"

"Jarvis, order food!"

"Understood, sir."

...

The next morning, Tony intended to rest well to prepare for today's new weapon presentation. However, he ended up staying up all night, reading through the expensive technical documents he bought from his own son, Mark. "This kid really inherited the high IQ of our Stark family. The contents of these documents have benefited me greatly."

"Good morning, sir. Miss Potts is waiting for you in the living room."

"I know, I'll wash my face and change clothes, then I'll go. What about that brat Mark? Is he awake?"

"Master Mark said he wanted to develop a chip for a kung fu master, turning Baymax into his personal bodyguard. He stayed up again until 2 a.m. and hasn't woken up yet."

"Wake him up! This kid, I couldn't even sleep well, and he dares to oversleep. Absolutely unacceptable." Tony, also a genius, felt a bit inferior in his expertise in the mechanical field and decided to reclaim his dignity by involving his father.

In this way, Mark, who was still discussing life with Zhou Gong (a reference to the Chinese concept of the God of Dreams), reluctantly woke up early due to his unreliable old man's wounded ego.

"Good morning, Jarvis!"

"Good morning, Master Mark!"

"Good morning, little Mark!"

"Hmm?" Suddenly, a melodious female voice interrupted, causing Mark, who was about to go to the washbasin to freshen up, to pause. He turned his head and saw a slender blonde lady dressed in a women's suit.

"Pepper, sister! What are you doing here? Did that beastly old man of mine finally reach out his wicked claws to you?" Mark recognized the person and asked with excitement.

"Why are you talking nonsense? I'm here to remind Mr. Stark of his schedule today. Since I have to stay behind to take care of company affairs and couldn't go to Afghanistan with him, I need to brief him on the schedule and prevent him from oversleeping and missing the agreed time with the military.

And how many times have I told you? You should call me 'Aunt.' I'm almost thirty years old. How can anyone still call me 'sister'?"

"I don't care. Pepper, Aunt, you're still young and beautiful. Calling you 'sister' is only appropriate. Wait a minute..." Mark seemed to remember something, his eyes widened suddenly, and he asked in astonishment, "Did you mention Afghanistan just now?"

"Yes, what's wrong?"

"So Tony is going to Afghanistan for a new weapon demonstration!?"

"That's right."

"Oh no! Oh no! Oh no! I forgot that it's already April 2010. I've been so busy. Fortunately, when I was researching graphene materials, I prepared that thing in advance. I hope it can be of some use..."