Huang Xuhua, the pioneering engineer behind China's first nuclear submarine and a recipient of the nation's highest scientific honor, passed away at 99 in Wuhan this week. 🕊️ His groundbreaking work in the 1970s laid the foundation for China's naval advancements, earning him the title \"Father of the Nuclear Submarine.\"
🔬 Huang, who received the 2020 State Preeminent Science and Technology Award, dedicated his life to strengthening China's maritime capabilities. His submarine design marked a leap in self-reliance during a pivotal era, blending engineering brilliance with patriotism.
🌊 Tributes poured in online, with netizens calling him a \"guardian of the sea\" and \"hero of our times.\" While details about memorial services remain private, state media highlighted his humility: \"I’m just a sailor on the ship of national progress,\" he once said.
