Drone Revolution: Blood Samples Flown Safely Between Osterzgebirge and Dresden
A drone has been successfully transporting blood samples between the Osterzgebirge region and Dresden, reducing transport times significantly. The project, an innovation hub of Dresden, is managed by German Copters DLS GmbH and monitored by experienced pilot Matea Zivkovic.
The drone, equipped with three SIM cards for constant reception, can fly at up to 120 kilometers per hour and has a flight time of around two hours, sufficient for the 12-minute net speed test route. It can bypass traffic jams and construction sites, potentially reducing transport times by up to 60 percent compared to ground transportation.
The quick and safe arrival of blood samples is crucial, especially during the pandemic, with a target evaluation time of up to four hours after collection. Around 50 blood samples are flown daily by the drone, which is monitored by Zivkovic. She can make decisions based on weather conditions and other factors, ensuring the drone flies automatically but safely.
The test route has been successful, paving the way for larger projects, such as flying to the entire Free State of Saxony. The competent authority for issuing drone operation licenses for German Copters DLS GmbH in new routes in Saxony is the Federal Aviation Office (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt, LBA).
The drone project, a testament to Dresden's innovation hub, has shown promising results in transporting blood samples quickly and safely. With successful test routes, it looks set to expand its operations, potentially revolutionizing transport methods in Saxony.
