Stories
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16-07-2020 Drone-in-a-box solution for first responders
Avy takes part in Drone2Go, a collaborative project initiated by 5 national first responder organisations searching for a drone-in-a-box solution. In our first demo, we take on the challenge of deploying a VTOL fixed-wing drone out of a box.
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27-05-2020 Medical Delivery Drones in the EU
We dive into the challenges that are currently faced in healthcare logistics, exploring the purpose of delivery drones in the medical field and developments within the EU.
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06-05-2020 Lake Kivu Challenge: Emergency Drones
Avy heads down to Rwanda for the Lake Kivu Challenge. A flying competition organised for VTOL drone manufacturers and operators to help advance the safe implementation of drone solutions for last mile delivery, in the Lake Kivu Region of Rwanda.
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25-03-2020 How can tech help fight the coronavirus?
With the world at a standstill because of COVID-19, Avy explores the different ways tech have helped fight the virus. More specifically, medical delivery drones that have been used to transport samples in China, proving to be a more efficient means of transportation for epidemic prevention and control.
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07-02-2020 Avy goes to Rwanda: Emergency Delivery Challenge
The Avy team heads down to Rwanda in preparation for the Lake Kivu Challenge. They recount the days leading up to the flight of the Avy Aera VTOL drone performing a BVLOS flight, to deliver an emergency package of 1,5kg.
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03-02-2020 Bridging the last-mile gap: How to reduce costs in healthcare logistics?
We explore the challenges that are currently found in healthcare logistics and linked to the storage of medical goods in bulk. We dive into the reasoning behind these challenges and explore possible solutions to overcome them.
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12-12-2019 Recap: Amsterdam Drone Week 2019
A recap of what went down during Amsterdam Drone Week. The launch of the Avy Aera VTOL drone, Avy's keynote during the opening session and 3 live demonstrations.
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28-11-2019 Launch of the Avy Aera
Avy launches its lifesaving VTOL drone at the Amsterdam Drone Week (4-6 December 2019). The drone flies autonomously, has a one hour flight time and can cover up to 70 kilometres.
