《Artisans of great powers》 is a documentary series launched by CCTV News during May 1st, 2015, with a total of eight episodes.This series focuses on the unknown but highly skilled ordinary workers in China's manufacturing industry. By telling the stories of eight workers in different positions, it shows their ultimate pursuit of professional skills and their contribution to “Made in China”.

These craftsmen include Gao Fenglin, a senior national technician who welded engines for the Long March rocket, and other skilled craftsmen who have created one "Made in China" myth after another through inheritance, study, concentration and perseverance in their respective fields.By showing their decades of concentration and unremitting pursuit of professional skills, the program promotes the spirit of craftsmanship, which is the attitude of striving for excellence in work.

《Artisans of great powers》not only records the personal stories of these craftsmen, but also deeply reflects the transformation of China's manufacturing industry from tradition to modernity, and how in this process, the craftsmen use their hands and wisdom to promote %The transformation from "Made in China" to "Created in China" reflects China's journey from a manufacturing power to a manufacturing power.Through these stories, the program inspires people to respect labor, advocate skills, promote the spirit of craftsman, and contribute to the realization of the two centenary goals of the United States.

Sichuan-Tibet Railway: A magnificent chapter in national construction. As a key project in the 13th Five-Year Plan, the construction of the Sichuan-Tibet Railway is unprecedentedly difficult.And behind this, there are countless builders like Peng Xianghua who are working silently.Since 1994, Peng Xianghua has devoted himself to railway construction and participated in many national key projects.His perseverance and dedication have contributed significantly to the prosperity and stability of the motherland.

Xu Liping: A craftsman who dances with danger In the field of rocket manufacturing, the surface shaping of solid rocket motors is an extremely dangerous and important task.And Xu Liping, a craftsman who has been carving gunpowder for thirty years, used his exquisite skills and firm belief to ensure the safe launch of the rocket.His work is a dual challenge to life and technology.

Guardian of UHV Lines - Wang Jin UHV technology, as the power transmission and transformation project with the highest voltage level, largest capacity and longest transmission distance in the world, its live maintenance work is undoubtedly a great test for technical personnel.And Wang Jin, the live maintenance worker on the UHV line, uses his professional knowledge and skills to protect the safety and stability of the power grid.His work is a challenge to the limits of technology and a guarantee of national energy security.

The brilliance of tank clusters and welding masters

The clusters of tanks galloping across the vast land demonstrate the excellence of China's tank manufacturing capabilities.Behind these steel behemoths are highly skilled welders.Lu Renfeng, the chief welder of China Ordnance Industry Group, is one of the best.Although his left hand is disabled, he has developed superb welding skills with his right hand, especially his manual arc welding single-sided welding and double-sided forming technology, which is regarded as an industry leader.

LNG ship construction and welding elite

LNG ships, known as "super refrigerated trucks at sea", are extremely difficult to build.In the extremely cold environment of minus 163 degrees, this type of ship must ensure the safe transportation of liquefied natural gas.Globally, only a few countries have the ability to build LNG ships.In our country, Zhang Dongwei is one of the elites who have mastered this welding technology. His skills have won our country an international reputation in the field of civilian shipbuilding.

Guardians of Nuclear Power Plants—World-Class Welders

As a clean energy source, nuclear power has extremely high safety requirements.The welding of the pipelines connecting the nuclear reactors inside the nuclear power plant is extremely difficult and must be done manually.Wei Xiaopeng, a world-class welder, is a leader in this field.The welding work he completed on the main pipeline of the nuclear power plant ensured the safety and stability of the reactor during its 40-year operation cycle.

Zhou Pinghong’s innovation: the invisible revolution of POEM surgery

In traditional POEM surgery, patients are at higher risk of esophageal injury.However, Dr. Zhou Pinghong used his outstanding innovative spirit to cleverly construct an invisible tunnel in the dissection of the patient's esophageal wall.This innovation not only greatly alleviates the pain of patients, but also puts China at the forefront of minimally invasive digestive endoscopic resection technology in the world.

Zhang Xinghua’s wisdom: a watertight fishing boat

Wooden boats are an important tool for many fishermen to survive.In order to ensure the safe voyage of the villagers, Zhang Xinghua, the platoon master, created a unique shipbuilding technology based on his rich experience and exquisite craftsmanship.His hand-made fishing boats are not only sturdy and durable, but also watertight, winning widespread praise from the folks.

Zhou Yonghe’s ingenuity: the perfect splicing of FAST project

As an important milestone in human exploration of the universe, the FAST project is difficult to construct beyond imagination.However, crane worker Zhou Yonghe successfully solved this problem with his extraordinary wisdom and perseverance.He drew on the ancient thoughts of Mozi's compass and combined it with the Eastern wisdom that followed the trend. He successfully spliced ​​more than 4,000 panels to create this large spherical mirror that can talk to the stars.

The legend of rice paper reappearsMao Shengli’s continuation of the ancient method

“ As thin as cicada wings and as clean as snow”, this is the ultimate pursuit of rice paper craftsmanship.Mao Shengli knew this well. He pursued ancient methods and adopted more traditional rubbing and baking techniques to bring the best rice paper to the world again, continuing to write a new chapter in the legend of rice paper craftsmanship.

Meng Jianfeng's chiseled silver pieces are as thin as hair and convey ancient charm

Inspired by ancient chisels, Meng Jianfeng skillfully carves delicate textile textures on a silver sheet that is only 0.6 mm thick. His skill is so superb that it is breathtaking, as if he is recreating the ancient craftsmanship today.

Wangjin's two-horse carriage clock is restored, and the historical treasure regains its glory

Wang Jin studied ancient methods deeply, kept in mind the teachings of his ancestors, and after unremitting efforts, finally brought the long-lost two-horse bell to the world.This historical treasure once again amazed the world. Wang Jin's skills and wisdom are admirable.

Wang Yarong rejuvenates with wonderful skills, re-weaves ancient fabrics and inherits silk culture

The ancient fabrics unearthed in the underground palace are extremely fragile, breaking at the touch and dissolving in water.However, under Wang Yarong's skillful hands, these precious cultural relics were woven and restored, seeming to recreate the beauty and delicacy of ancient silk.Her unique skills not only allowed the silk culture to be passed down, but also gave this ancient art new vitality.

Zhu Wenli used his unique ingenuity to recreate Ru porcelain treasures and demonstrate the pinnacle skills of Chinese porcelain

Ru porcelain, as the pinnacle of Chinese porcelain firing techniques, was once extinct for 800 years.However, under Zhu Wenli's careful development, this rare porcelain reappeared in the world.His unique ingenuity not only shows the exquisiteness of Ru porcelain, but also inherits the exquisite skills of Chinese porcelain firing.

Li Renqing uses rubbing technology to make historical classics more accessible

Li Renqing is well versed in rubbing technology. He uses this ancient technique to make historical classics smart and approachable.In his hands, ancient characters and patterns are vividly reproduced, as if traveling through time and space, having a spiritual dialogue with people.

Striving for excellence, Li Feng grinds tools under a high-magnification mirror

Li Feng operates hand-ground tools under a high-power microscope with as much care as hair and a gentle technique.He strictly controls the tolerance of 5 microns and resolutely reworks even if there is a slight deviation, which reflects his ultimate pursuit of craftsmanship.

Sensing the subtleties, Gu Qiuliang measured the thickness of the steel plate with his hands

Gu Qiuliang's craftsmanship is exquisite. He can accurately sense the thickness of steel plates as thin as a hair by just pinching and rubbing them with his hands.He has sincerity in his heart and skill in his hands, showing extraordinary skills and keen observation.

Master of blind plugging, Li Gang leads “Made in China”

Li Gang's plugging skills are superb and he can plug in freely even when blindfolded.He can connect hundreds of lines within a small area. This extraordinary skill has achieved his world-leading “Made in China” status.

Pei Yongbin: Flexible oil tank expert at Harbin Electric Machinery Factory

Pei Yongbin, as a lathe at Harbin Electric Machinery Factory, has been working on the processing of elastic oil tanks for hydro-turbine generators for more than 30 years.His skills are so superb that when his fingers touch and measure, it seems that he can see through the material. Even under the challenge of CNC machine tools, his cutting operations are still accurate.

Fang Wenmo: Guardian of high-precision parts for J-15 carrier-based aircraft

Fang Wenmo focuses on processing high-precision parts for the J-15 carrier-based aircraft.He made and modified hundreds of tools in pursuit of zero-tolerance machining accuracy.His work provided a solid guarantee for the performance of carrier-based aircraft.

Ma Rong: A leader in RMB portrait sculpture

Ma Rong is a top master of RMB portrait sculpture.In the process of transitioning from traditional engraving techniques to modern digital engraving and plate making, she accomplished the engraving and plate making task brilliantly.Her skills are exquisite, whether it is a knife or a pen, they can shine with extraordinary brilliance in her hands.

Gao Fenglin: Artist of Aerospace Welding

Gao Fenglin, a welder from the First Institute of Aerospace Science and Technology Group, is a national special technician.With a deep dream for the aerospace industry, he carefully welded the flying arrow with a stable attitude and skillful techniques, and contributed his own strength to China's aerospace industry.

Ma Yu: The Reborn of the Terracotta Warriors

In the cultural relics restoration room of the Qin Shihuang Emperor's Mausoleum Museum, Ma Yu used his skillful hands to reproduce the unparalleled terracotta warriors and horses that have endured thousands of years of wind and rain.His skill and patience brought new life to these ancient works of art.

Wang Wei: Craftsman of China’s Large Aircraft

Wang Wei, a senior sheet metal worker from China's Gaofei Group, used his superb craftsmanship to create exquisite arcs amidst errors that are difficult to discern with the naked eye.These arcs not only hold up China's large aircraft, but also support China's aviation dream, allowing China's large aircraft to fly freely in the blue sky.