On September 4, it was learned from relevant departments on September 4 that Professor Liu Chao of Yangzhou University made a breakthrough in the research on pumps of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. The project of "Formulation Optimization and Decision-making of Pump Units in the Eastern Route of South-to-North Water Diversion Project" declared recently was designated as " Basic research project. It is reported that Professor Liu Chao developed low-lift two-way open axial flow pump unit efficiency greatly improved, leading in the country; for the source of South-North Water Diversion Project - Jiangdu pumping station renovation and development of large flow, high efficiency axial-flow hydraulic model, obtained Significant economic benefits.