621-mile range EV battery charges in six minutes and works in any weather

Plus: Scientists are developing a sci-fi-like tractor beam to clear up space junk Unleashing the full potential of electric vehicles (EVs) has long been hindered by two major challenges: limited range and time-consuming charging. Anxiety about waiting for in a long line for a charging station threatens to put the brakes on universal adoption of EVs. However, a Chinese startup has made significant strides in addressing these obstacles with their groundbreaking Phoenix cell: This battery charges in the time it takes to fill a car with gasoline and promises an impressive range of 621 miles (1,000 km) on a single charge. This game-changing technology that could revolutionize the EV industry, so read on to discover how the Phoenix cell achieves these remarkable feats in our [Must Read story]( below. But first, here’s [your video of the day](. Good morning. I’m Tim, an Editor at IE. This is the Blueprint. We've a full charge and we're ready to go. Last Sunday, Blueprint subscribers learned how picking up new skills and interests in old age may have the power to slow cognitive aging. Don't miss out — [subscribe to IE+]( today to receive exclusive interviews, features, and much more. VIDEO OF THE DAY [RPG-7: The art of simple destruction]( [RPG-7: The art of simple destruction]( The RPG-7 anti-tank grenade launcher is an impressively robust, simple, and deadly weapon. It's capable of launching different types of grenades depending on the scenario. MUST READ [621-mile range EV battery]( [New 621-mile range EV battery charges in six minutes and works in any weather]( Greater Bay Technology, a Chinese startup, has developed the Phoenix cell, an electric vehicle (EV) battery that boasts a range of 621 miles (1,000 km) on a single charge. This innovative battery utilizes superconducting materials and thermal management technology, allowing it to quickly heat from freezing temperatures to its optimal operating range in just five minutes. Once at the right temperature, the battery can be rapidly charged, reaching full capacity in only six minutes. Greater Bay Technology, founded by automotive industry veterans, is set to deploy the Phoenix cell in their own EV models, such as GAC's Aion, as well as collaborate with other carmakers. This breakthrough in EV battery technology signifies a significant step toward making EVs more practical and convenient for everyday use. [Read More]( INNOVATION Scientists are developing a sci-fi-like tractor beam to clear up space junk According to the team of US engineers, a [tractor beam]( — which has so far been limited to science fiction — may soon become a reality and could pull space debris out of Earth's orbit. 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