This demonstration is based on the 'Demonstration Project for the Promotion of Drone Logistics Service Implementation in
Following
(*1) 'First ever Demonstration of Level 4 Drone Flights for Pharmaceutical Delivery in
(Based on research by KDDI, KDDI Smart Drone,
Level 4 drone flight: Unmanned flights beyond visual line of sight in populated areas.
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1.Overview of the Demonstration
(1)Outline
The verification of the effectiveness of drone ports and operational flows were conducted from
In order for drone logistics services to be widely utilized in society, it is necessary to ensure the safe operation of drones and achieve safe and reliable delivery and receipt of goods. Additionally, improving convenience and reducing the labor required for delivery and receipt management are crucial factors.
Previous demonstrations required personnel for safe landing of drones and receipt of deliveries. Therefore, in this demonstration, a takeoff/landing site with drone port capable of storing packages was constructed in a location adjacent to a medical facility. The verification focused on the safety during takeoff and landing, as well as the convenience of supply management which is required for a drone-based pharmaceutical delivery service.
(2)Operational Flow of Drone Ports
(3)Cooperation
2.Results of the Demonstration
During the demonstration period, approximately 40 hospital personnel visited the booth to experience pharmaceutical delivery using a drone port. Among them were individuals such as
Many participants expressed their desire to have compact drone ports installed in spaces such as the rooftops of hospitals.
Regarding the social implementation, the need for drone ports of appropriate sizes for installation sites, the need for system integration between drone ports and drones, and the demand for drones capable of landing with high accuracy and carrying larger payloads were recognized. Based on the issues and expectations identified through this demonstration, efforts will be made to realize pharmaceutical delivery services in
3.Future Developments
The technical, operational, and business challenges identified through this demonstration and previous pharmaceutical delivery verifications will continue to be examined. The focus is on establishing a safe operational system and a viable business model for the drone-based pharmaceutical delivery service.
In addition, there are plans to conduct a long-term drone service demonstration with Level 4 drone flights in
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