An artisan in appearance, a scholar at heart
He withdrew to forge swords, then emerged to write books
A true master never deceives; his words are always backed by evidence.
[ Passing the Torch ]
Hu Xiaojun, Director of Jiancun and Founder of Rusheng.
Senior Master of Arts and Crafts; External Master's Thesis Advisor at the University of Science and Technology Beijing.
Having studied under a master using traditional methods for eight years,
It combines iron smelting, forging, quenching, the fusion of swords and porcelain, and research on celestial iron.
The Pinnacle of Craftsmanship
Observe the proper sequence of the Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions,
Restore the "Hundred Refinements," "Uzi," and "Steel Infusion" special techniques.
A sword forged from meteorite iron, which has been granted a national invention patent,
It has been sent into space twice for field testing.
The Fusion of Swords and Porcelain
For the first time, he bridged the gap between the melting points of celestial iron and clay, pioneering a new realm of “celestial iron porcelain.”
The Model of Scholarship
Published nine papers in Chinese and English,
It holds ten invention and utility patents and more than sixty design patents.
In collaboration with the University of Science and Technology Beijing and Zhejiang University School of Medicine,
Empowering traditional methods with materials science and biomedicine.
Soul of Light and Shadow
From *Red Cliff* to *Fengshen*,
More than thirty large-scale control systems are in use,
Won the first “Golden Prop Award” in the 100-year history of Chinese cinema.
The Importance of the Collection
Dozens of one-of-a-kind items have been added to the collections of the World Skills Museum and other institutions
A national-level institution,
It has won more than ten national gold awards.
The Sword Village's Legacy,
Having shed the label of “folk craft,”
Bearing the title of “National Academic.”
The Vision of Passing on the Lamp
The Way is not lonely; there must be companions.
Cultivating Skilled Craftsmen at Home, Sharing Unique Methods Abroad
To transform the Eastern Way of Art into the language of the world
Yu Jiang: Passing on the Torch in 3D
Adhering to the ancient tradition of master-apprentice transmission,
Supplemented by new dimensions of academic theory and science and technology.
Hands-on experience throughout the entire process, from material selection to carving and assembly.
In collaboration with universities such as the University of Science and Technology Beijing, Tongji University, and Zhejiang University,
Establish a base and launch a lecture series.
With the Jiancun Research Institute and the Taoye Studio serving as incubators,
To cultivate contemporary, well-rounded artisans who understand history, are proficient with materials, and are capable of innovation.
Sermon: The Whole World Watches
Exhibited in the Hall:
Exhibitions at the Los Angeles Art Fair, the Jao Tsung-I Cultural Center in Hong Kong, and the “In Pursuit of Light and the Sword” exhibition at the Palace Museum have elevated Chinese swords to the pinnacle of the global art world.
Broadcast to the Four Seas:
Featured on CCTV, CGTN, and overseas media outlets in the U.S., Canada, South Korea, and elsewhere, telling the story of Eastern sword-making in multiple languages.
Power Across the Globe:
Register trademarks in the EU and the U.S. to protect intangible cultural heritage intellectual property under international law.
Chain to Star Network:
Establish a digital spiritual sanctuary that operates ceaselessly around the clock, ensuring that the Eastern way of craftsmanship reaches every corner of the world.
