After discussing with Jin Xiuzhu about meeting tomorrow, Zhao Guoyang turned the topic to other aspects.

"Miss Xiuzhu, from next month, a batch of rare metal ores will be in place. I wonder if you need it?"

"Rare Ore?" When Jin Xiuzhu's face turned aloof when she heard this term.

In the early 1990s, with the significant improvement of the world's industrial level, the importance of rare metals in industrial development became increasingly prominent.

Since rare metals are of great significance in many modern industries, they are sometimes divided from non-ferrous metals internationally and become a single category.

It is ranked alongside ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals and has become the three major categories of metals.

In other words, as long as a certain ore is mentioned as "rare metal", the price will definitely rise "ruggedly".

Looking at Jin Xiuzhu's hopeful look, Zhao Guoyang nodded calmly and replied: "Well, it is a lithium ore among rare ores..."

Indeed, Susanna had just called him a few days ago and said that she had acquired another rare metal mine - lithium mine in Santa Catarina State in the southern part of Samba.

The element lithium is definitely a special existence among rare metals and is used in many industrial fields.

Its previous main industrial use was to use lithium stearate as a thickener for lubricants.

Lithium-based grease has high water resistance, high temperature resistance and good low temperature performance. If lithium lubricant is added once to some parts of the car, it will be enough to be used until the car is scrapped.

In the metallurgical industry, lithium energy is used to strongly react with substances such as oxygen, nitrogen, chlorine, and sulfur to act as a deoxidant and desulfurization agent.

For example, during the smelting process of copper, adding one to one ten thousand to one ten thousand of lithium can improve the internal structure of copper, make it denser, and thus improve the conductivity of copper.

In addition, lithium can remove harmful impurities and gases in casting high-quality copper castings. Among the high-quality special alloy steels needed in modern times, lithium is the most ideal material to remove impurities.

Because Zhao Guoyang has memories of his previous life, he naturally knows more about the future application of lithium alloys.

In the era before his rebirth, the lithium-ion batteries used were rich in lithium elements in the digital products such as laptops, mobile phones, Bluetooth headphones, etc.

Due to the rapid development of lithium-ion batteries, the derivatives have driven the vigorous development of companies such as lithium ore and lithium carbonate.

Of course, the world's major industrial powers have not yet understood the uses of lithium alloys so deeply, but their value cannot be ignored.

At this time, when Zhao Guoyang said that his company had purchased lithium mines from overseas, Jin Xiuzhu immediately became a little uneasy.

"Guoyang, needless to say, we need as much as your lithium ore! As for the price, as long as your ore is of good quality, it is easy to negotiate!"

In cooperation with Jin Xiuzhu, Zhao Guoyang has always focused on the future, and he has no intention of grasping the other party in terms of price.

When Zhao Guoyang heard that Jin Xiuzhu was going to take it all down, he nodded and agreed.

Although Shagang Group may not have the ability to smel lithium alloys.

However, when Zhao Guoyang talked about lithium ore transactions with the other party, he did not get the enthusiasm there.

Indeed, Huaxia is the country with the largest storage of lithium ore. The content of lithium ore accounts for almost one-fifth of the world.

Under such circumstances, Shagang Group is naturally not interested in the imported lithium ore provided by the "Xingtai International Trading Company".

Since there is no need in China, Zhao Guoyang naturally turned his attention to the "Dayu Group".

It is obvious that the "Daewoo Group" is still very enthusiastic about this rare metal ore.

"By the way, Miss Xiuzhu. Are you increasing your investment in electronics and communications?"

"I saw it in the newspaper a few days ago that you have set up another electronic communications branch? Are you planning to compete with 'Samsung'?"

Listening to Zhao Guoyang's casual question, Jin Xiuzhu nodded slightly and said, "Yes! Our group has held several meetings during this period to discuss whether to further expand the e-commerce sector."

"You also know the final decision, 'Daewoo Electronic Communications Company' is officially established!"

Zhao Guoyang said "hum" and thought about it carefully, feeling that it was necessary to remind the other party.

He touched his chin and said, "Miss Xiuzhu, from the perspective of me, the stall under your 'Dayu Group' is a bit too big."

"In terms of electronic communications, it will be very difficult for you to compete with the industry giant 'Samsung Electronics'..."

Kim Soo-joo nodded in agreement and said, "Yes, I know this too! But there is no way. My father insists on doing his own thing. Who dares to object to the other people on the board of directors?"

Zhao Guoyang said "hmm" and continued to speak: "In fact, against industry leaders like Samsung Electronics, the Daewoo Group is not without opportunities. The key is technology. You must be one step ahead!"

"Guoyang, what do you mean?" Jin Xiuzhu seemed to understand something, and a look of relief appeared on her face.

Zhao Guoyang smiled slightly and said as he said, "It's like the 'lithium ore' I just mentioned to you. I saw an article in a scientific magazine before."

"In the article, I imagined what kind of 'lithium battery' will be when it is about to enter the 21st century..."

"After reading the article, I felt that it was analyzing the application of 'lithium batteries' in electronic communication products, and there was some reason!"

"Lithium batteries? Apply to Idea communication products?" Jin Xiuzhu's face showed some disapproval when she heard this word.

Indeed, the lithium battery technology was first proposed by a scientific researcher named Gilbert in 1912 and began research.

In the 1970s, Mr. Witham re-posed this issue and began to study lithium-ion batteries in depth.

However, due to the very active chemical properties of lithium metal, the processing, storage and use of lithium metal have very high environmental requirements. Therefore, lithium batteries have not been used for a long time.

As the future helmsman of "Daewoo Group", Kim Soo-joo naturally has a certain understanding of this.

Therefore, after hearing the three words "lithium battery", she showed a little disdain.

Obviously, in the opinion of this young lady, the acquisition of Zhao Guoyang's "lithium ore" is not for "lithium batteries", but for other industrial projects.

When Zhao Guoyang noticed the change in Jin Xiuzhu's expression, he knew it.

He picked up the cup and drank it to moisten his throat, and then told Jin Xiuzhu all the way to his research on "lithium batteries".

"Miss Xiuzhu, in fact, one of the important reasons why many industrial giants were not so enthusiastic about the 'lithium battery' project before is that they lack technical support."

"But now, a large part of this problem that has troubled everyone has been solved, and the rest is to further research and improve..."

"Uh? Guoyang, what did you say? The technical problems of lithium batteries have been solved?" Jin Xiuzhu asked in disbelief.

Zhao Guoyang nodded vigorously and said, "That's right! That's true!"

Looking at Miss Jin, who was confused, Zhao Guoyang explained solemnly: "Because I have always been interested in 'lithium batteries', I often pay attention to collecting some information on this."

"As far as I know, in the field of lithium iron phosphate materials, two core technology patents have been born in recent years. One is carbon encapsulated technology and the other is carbon thermal reduction technology."

"The former is exclusively owned by Canadian Fosterke and has been patented in many countries."

"The latter patent rights are owned by the American Goffor Corporation. At present, it has not applied for patents in other countries except the United States."

"However, the company has now established two companies in Samba, South America, responsible for the production of lithium iron phosphate materials, battery testing and manufacturing..."

When Zhao Guoyang said this, Jin Xiuzhu's expression was a little frozen.

Indeed, if it is true that as my partner said, then the information about "lithium batteries" between me and Daewoo Group will be a little delayed.

If companies in Canada and the United States really build up the "lithium battery" project, their electronic communications industries and chemical industries will be greatly impacted.

When Jin Xiuzhu was restless, Zhao Guoyang's story continued.

He stretched out his two fingers and said, "Miss Xiuzhu, I don't need to say more about the significance of the 'lithium battery' project, you should also know it."

"If we allow Fosterek and Gaobo Company to step by step touch on the core areas of this project and apply for patents for important core technologies, if we want to take over this industry in the future, we will face high patent licensing fees, which poses a huge potential threat to the future development of our two companies."

Listening to Zhao Guoyang's warning, Jin Xiuzhu nodded silently.

Although she has not had much contact with Zhao Guoyang, she still has some understanding of the ambitions of this partner.

Jin Xiuzhu knew very well that Zhao Guoyang’s ideal was to establish a comprehensive industrial giant enterprise.

If you want to achieve this goal, you cannot give in to the core industry projects like "lithium batteries".

After understanding this, Jin Xiuzhu smiled and said, "Guoyang, you don't have to lobby me anymore. What should I do? You have an idea in your mind, right?"

"Let me tell you, as long as it is reasonable, I will support you with my own attitude!"

Zhao Guoyang said "hmm" and shrugged, "Miss Xiuzhu, what I mean should be very clear, right?"

"I think that by taking advantage of our Xingtai International to provide you with lithium ore to Daewoo Group, your newly established Daewoo Electronic Communications Company can start to engage in research in this area..."

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Chapter completed!