"And the other solution?"
Tang Li was not entirely satisfied with Song Pinxuan's first proposed solution. In the apocalypse, why would anyone restrict their own strength when the goal was to enhance it? Reducing the effect of the brain-computer interface on strengthening brainwave signals was like cutting off one's feet to fit a shoe.
"The second is to increase the carrying capacity of the simulated neural components."
"Simulated neural components are crucial elements that convert brainwave signals received by the brain-computer interface into electrical signals, transmitting them to the various parts of the mechanical exoskeleton."
"However, if the carrying capacity of the simulated neural components is strengthened, then more, and more precise, machinery can be controlled. Simply installing it on the existing mechanical exoskeleton would be a bit of overkill."
"Miss Tang, if you're willing, I can tailor-make a personalized mechanical exoskeleton for you based on your mental power threshold, maximizing the potential of your formidable mental strength!"
Tang Li was very tempted by Song Pinxuan's suggestion. However, she understood that there was no such thing as a free lunch. If Song Pinxuan was willing to create a custom mechanical exoskeleton for her, she would surely have to pay a corresponding price.
Thus, she asked, "Are there any conditions?"
Hearing Tang Li's question, Song Pinxuan felt gratified. He hadn't expected this girl to be not only powerful in combat but also incredibly intelligent, grasping things at a single hint. Of course, individuals with strong mental power would naturally be intelligent.
"It's very simple; we need you to participate in some brain-computer interface interaction experiments."
Song Pinxuan stated his condition and explained: "Among everyone we've met, you possess the strongest mental power, and by dozens of times!"
"Others, after receiving simulated biological signals from the brain-computer interface, can only endure for 2 to 3 hours before experiencing mental fatigue and exhaustion."
"We want to see how long your immense mental power can last. Perhaps it can pave the way for a new direction in the future applications of the brain-computer interface."
Song Pinxuan paused before continuing, "Furthermore, if it's proven that your mental power is sufficient to receive simulated biological signals from the brain-computer interface and interact with the machinery, I can also add some feedback-enabled components to your custom mechanical exoskeleton."
"For example, we could equip it with infrared night vision and thermal imaging devices, allowing you to perceive your surroundings even with your eyes closed. We could install a small radar to detect things beyond your line of sight."
"Even, after measuring your mental power threshold, and according to your tolerance, we could add sensors to the mechanical exoskeleton, allowing you to experience tactile sensations from the machinery!"
Tang Li felt that participating in the brain-computer interface interaction experiments for all these benefits was quite worthwhile. However, she still had some reservations and hesitated, saying, "Mechanical exoskeletons are already not cheap. If these features are added, the price will be even higher, right? My points... I might not be able to afford it."
The most expensive standard mechanical exoskeletons cost over 20 million points. This was a custom-made, personalized mechanical exoskeleton that required even more effort and resources than the standard version, with enhanced simulated neural components and potentially various interactive devices connected to the brain-computer interface. If she had to pay for it herself, even with a discount, it would take a long time to accumulate the necessary points.
Upon hearing Tang Li's concerns, Song Pinxuan immediately replied, "Don't worry, we won't charge you a single point!"
"This mechanical exoskeleton will be our compensation for your cooperation with our experiment."
Tang Li agreed immediately upon hearing this. However, she then heard He Xiao quietly say to Song Pinxuan, "The materials required for manufacturing brain-computer interfaces and mechanical exoskeletons are extremely expensive."
"There are regulations in our institute stating that materials in the laboratory are for experimental use and cannot be taken out privately. You can't even take them yourself, so how can you gift them to others?"
Song Pinxuan replied in a low voice to appease him, "Don't worry, I won't take advantage of the institute. I will pay for all the materials myself with points."
He Xiao exclaimed in a hushed tone, "Are you crazy? That's tens of millions of points!"
Song Pinxuan frowned, showing slight displeasure at He Xiao's exclamation. He said seriously, "As long as it can further develop the brain-computer interface, no matter how many points I have to pay, it will be worth it!"