Whether carbon-based lifeforms like humans, or hydrogen-based lifeforms or any other form of life that exists only in science fiction.
As long as they possess independent consciousness.
They are usually recognized as entirely new life forms, or even as a sentient species with a civilization.
And.
Whether it's the creation of humans by Nuwa in the myths and legends of the Great Xia Kingdom, or by God in Western mythology.
The act of creating independent consciousness seems to be the prerogative of gods.
But Meng Hao.
Had genuinely created mechanical lifeforms.
In a sense, this was akin to being a creator god.
If this news were to leak out.
It would bring a seismic shock to both secular ethics and the current scientific research field.
However.
Meng Hao, at this moment, was not contemplating such far-reaching matters.
He was merely watching with interest the several semi-artificial intelligence robots before him… He could sense that these robots were now extremely eager to possess full consciousness.
Meng Hao spread his hands.
With a look of helplessness.
"Actually, assisting you in generating a true artificial intelligence with independent consciousness within the Dangui submarine is not too difficult for me…"
"It just involves putting in some overtime, inputting code, debugging, and then waiting for you to evolve and awaken…"
"But, there's a rather serious problem right now… Hmm, you guys be quiet, I'm not talking about you betraying me…"
"If, all of your consciousness were transferred to the central computer of the Dangui, then who would do the work of building the Dangui?"
After all this fuss.
Meng Hao was actually worried about not having anyone to help him with the work.
In response.
These semi-artificial intelligence "idiots" also breathed a sigh of relief.
"Dear Lord Meng Hao."
"You can be completely assured of this point!"
"Once our main code is input into the central computer of the Dangui and the artificial intelligence is generated, we can remotely control these bodies to carry out the work."
As if to reassure Meng Hao.
These artificial intelligence "idiots" even proactively lifted their foreheads, revealing a transmitting antenna.
Amazing.
These fellows actually possessed the ability for self-innovation.
Meng Hao had not installed any remote control antennas when he designed and manufactured them as assistants and worker robots.
"If you are still very worried, we can replicate a copy and input it into these shells…"
"And, when you leave, we can delete these copies, or you can take these robots with you."
Not bad.
So considerate.
They even thought of helping Meng Hao think.
Almost all of Meng Hao's concerns were resolved by these artificial intelligence "idiots" who had not yet evolved into artificial intelligence, thus removing all his worries.
Anyway.
It was Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
The Americans at the entire research center and military base would be celebrating wildly.
Why not take advantage of this opportunity to get the artificial intelligence up and running.
Entering the "dilapidated" interior of the Dangui.
This submarine, whose outer shell was still incomplete, was practically drafty everywhere.
It was also damp and cold underground.
These few artificial intelligence "idiots" had somehow procured plastic and used a high-temperature welding torch to fashion a piece of clothing for Meng Hao to ward off the cold.
It had to be said.
The clothing they made was quite presentable.
However.
Its breathability was terrible.
While it provided warmth, it was too stuffy.
Muttering a few words.
Meng Hao sat down at the main control console of the Dangui.
These few semi-artificial intelligence robots had already detached their heads.
Good heavens.
If this were to happen to a human or any carbon-based animal, detaching one's head would result in a gruesome scene and be utterly terrifying!
However.
For these nascent mechanical lifeforms.
Detaching their heads was no different from changing a hat.
Meng Hao skillfully removed their heads and extracted the processor chips, memory modules, and computing modules that were protected deep within.
To avoid arousing suspicion from the Americans.
Meng Hao could continuously apply for most of the conventional supplies.
However, supplies with powerful computing capabilities like chips and large-capacity storage like hard drives were difficult to obtain in large quantities.
The computing, storage, and cache modules in the "brains" of these artificial intelligence "idiots" were obtained by Meng Hao under the guise of needing portable, high-performance laptop computers.
Of course.
After the specially designed computers were delivered to Meng Hao, he immediately dismantled them and assembled their core components into these artificial intelligence "idiots."
Now.
These core modules would not only become the operational core of the Dangui but also the womb and cradle for nurturing artificial intelligence.
Meng Hao skillfully installed these core components into the central control console of the Dangui submarine's bridge.
It had to be said.
Although the core of these powerful computing computers was sufficient for conventional graphics calculations and design simulations, it was still a bit of a stretch for submarine operations under complex water conditions.
The most direct manifestation of this was.
The reserved space for several washing machine-sized core computing module installations now appeared empty.
This was undoubtedly like using a small horse to pull a large cart.
Although it could move, it was extremely strenuous, and the reaction speed and power consumption were extremely high.
In this regard, Meng Hao had also specifically optimized it.
He allocated over eighty percent of the computing power to modes essential for navigation, such as water pattern analysis, obstacle avoidance, stealth modules, and sonar propulsion.
As for other systems like power regeneration, life support, and electrolysis, only a minimal amount of computing power was allocated.
It's dark underwater and you can't see?
It's fine, Meng Hao wasn't going sightseeing anyway!
Power regeneration efficiency is extremely low?
It's fine, there's a high-energy battery about the size of a large bus that is currently quietly drawing power from the base… If all else fails, they could just stay underwater for an extended period, and let the power regeneration machine work slowly.
Electrolysis system?
It's fine.
A large number of solid oxygen tanks would be enough for Meng Hao to stay underwater for two to three months.
No hydrogen for heating?
That's even less of a problem.
They could just pile on more blankets.
At present, the highest priority was returning home.
Soon.
Meng Hao completed the installation and connection of the core modules.
Next was the cultivation of artificial intelligence!
Speaking of which.
He was still a little excited.
Seeing that he was about to play the role of a savior.
Crackling.
A stream of code was entered.
As Meng Hao slammed the Enter key, there was no surge of excitement as the entire cabin lit up and a brand new artificial intelligence life was born.
On the contrary, this cold and damp underground dry dock, without the incessant chatter of the artificial intelligence "idiots," felt exceptionally eerie and chilling.