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Jedsy’s medical delivery solution: Saving lives with drones @ CES 2024



Jedsy medical delivery droneIn recent years, drone technology has emerged as a game-changer across various industries, and the healthcare sector is no exception. Among the pioneers in this field are Mirko Cesena and his team at Jedsy, who have developed an ingenious drone platform with life-saving capabilities.

Jedsy’s innovative solution

Unlike traditional drones that touch down on the ground, Jedsy’s creation takes a different approach. Their drone is equipped with a remarkable feature known as “Mailbox 2.0.” This innovative mailbox can be seamlessly attached to a window or balcony, allowing medical professionals to load essential packages onto the drone without physical contact. Once the package is secured, the window is closed, and the drone initiates its mission.

Jedsy’s drone boasts impressive capabilities. It can cover distances of up to 100 kilometers (approximately 60 miles), making it ideal for reaching remote locations. With a payload capacity of 2.4 kilograms (5 pounds), it can transport critical supplies such as medicine, blood samples, and emergency medical equipment.

Saving lives in challenging environments

The genesis of this technology lies in the urgent need to save lives in regions with limited access to medical facilities, particularly parts of Africa. Mirko and his team recognized the gaps in existing transportation methods and set out to create a reliable solution.

The development journey began three years ago, with meticulous planning, design, and testing. The drone’s unique configuration, featuring both horizontal and vertical motors, was a breakthrough. This design not only ensures stability during flight but also allows for efficient takeoffs and landings.

Jedsy’s drone platform received a patent for its innovative design, validating its effectiveness in real-world scenarios. As the technology continues to evolve, it holds the promise of transforming healthcare delivery, bridging geographical gaps, and saving lives where it matters most. Jedsy’s drone technology represents a beacon of hope for remote communities, demonstrating that innovation knows no boundaries when it comes to improving healthcare outcomes.

Mirko’s impact: From helicopter pilot to drone innovator

Mirko’s journey from helicopter pilot to drone technology pioneer has been nothing short of remarkable. His background in aviation played a crucial role in shaping the development of a groundbreaking solution that could transform healthcare delivery.

During the initial testing phase, Mirko’s skills as a pilot were put to the test. The drone’s flight behavior was unpredictable, and crashes were a constant threat. Mirko’s aerobatic expertise allowed him to navigate and control the drone effectively, saving it from disaster time and again. His commitment ensured that every glider was retrieved, providing valuable data for continuous testing and improvement.

However, the turning point came with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). As software advancements took center stage, the drone evolved beyond its human operator. Today, it operates autonomously, surpassing even Mirko’s capabilities. The drone can now fly beyond the pilot’s line of sight, reaching remote areas with ease. Its ability to control attitude, even in challenging weather conditions, is a testament to AI’s impact.

Leveraging AI algorithms, the drone identifies the fastest routes for transportation. It optimizes delivery paths, ensuring timely and safe transport of critical medical supplies. In addition, the AI-equipped drone detects potential trouble areas, such as adverse weather conditions or obstacles. This proactive approach enhances safety and reliability.

Healthcare revolutionized

The impact of Jedsy’s drone platform extends far beyond technology. In regions with limited access to medical facilities, this innovation becomes a lifeline. Imagine remote villages in Africa receiving urgent medicine, blood samples, or emergency supplies promptly-potentially saving countless lives.

The autonomous nature of the drone reduces reliance on human pilots, minimizing human error and maximizing efficiency. As technology advances, the possibilities for drone applications in healthcare are limitless. Jedsy’s success story serves as a beacon of hope, bridging geographical gaps and improving medical outcomes where it matters most.

Glider drone for medical deliveries

The concept of glider drones for medical deliveries has emerged as a transformative force. These bird-inspired drones, designed to land on windows, utilize thermals to extend their range while conserving battery power. Jedsy, a company with a laser focus on the medical sector, aims to outperform cars in terms of cost per kilometer and reduce CO2 emissions.

Jedsy’s glider drone isn’t merely a technological marvel; it’s a lifeline for medical deliveries. Its unique design, coupled with artificial intelligence integration, positions it as an attractive alternative to traditional transportation methods. As technology evolves, the possibilities for drone applications in healthcare are boundless. Jedsy’s success story offers hope-a bridge connecting remote regions to improved medical access and outcomes.

In conclusion, the glider drone developed by Jedsy presents a promising solution for medical deliveries. Its unique design and integration of artificial intelligence, along with its potential to be cheaper and more efficient than traditional transportation methods, make it an attractive option for the healthcare industry. As technology continues to advance, the possibilities for drone applications in healthcare are vast, offering hope for improved medical access and outcomes, particularly in remote areas.

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MACA’s revolutionary carcopter: The future of flight @ CES 2022



MACA carcopterFor decades, we’ve been promised flying cars. In The Jetsons, we were told that flying cars were not new and had been around for years. But, the show takes place in 2062 – only 40 years from now. So, where are the flying cars? We’ve seen a few at CES in the past few years, but MACA is poised to make them far more interesting and usable.

Who is MACA?

Maca is a new company that started with an idea that appeared in Airbus in 2018. The idea was a flying car with hydrogen as an energy vector. The prototype was being developed for three years inside of Airbus before the founders decided to move the project outside of the company and into a new company at the end of 2020. The concept consists of using this aircraft in the racing environment.

Given that there are fewer constraints in the racing environment, MACA can develop the technology at a faster rate. The hope is to use this technology in future flying taxis. Mr. Thierry de Boisvilliers also mentioned that this concept will accelerate social acceptance. He supports this claim by giving the example of how cars were used for racing in the past. Then eventually, cars were accepted by society.

MACA is poised to revolutionize the flying car industry with its upcoming release of the S11. Unlike other flying cars that rely on combustion engines, MACA’s carcopter uses clean-burning hydrogen-based fuel cells for longer flight times and green energy sustainability. With a focus on speed, safety, and sustainability, the company is leading the charge into the future of flight!

How does it work?

The MACA carcopter is a hybrid that uses racecar technology integration. It has four rotors that provide lift and two rear-facing propellers to provide thrust. The carcopter runs on hydrogen fuel cells, which gives it a longer flight time than other flying cars. Additionally, the MACA Carcopter is designed with safety in mind. It features an autopilot mode as well as backup systems that will keep you safe even if one of the rotors fails.

The MACA Carcopter has a top speed of 200 km/h and a flight time of 45 minutes. It can carry up to 400 kg, making it perfect for small cargo or passenger transport. And, like other electric vehicles, the MACA carcopter produces zero emissions!

So mark your calendars – 2022 is going to be an exciting year for flying cars! MACA is leading the charge with its innovative S11 model that uses clean-burning hydrogen fuel cells and racecar technology integration. With a focus on speed, safety, and sustainability, MACA is paving the way for the future of flight! Stay tuned for more information about this revolutionary product.

Summary

So what are you waiting for? 2022 is going to be an exciting year for flying cars, and MACA is leading the charge with its innovative S11 model! Head to the website for more information about this revolutionary product – you won’t want to miss out on the future of flight!

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Knuckles 5 puts all the drone control you need in one hand @ CES 2021



Knuckles 5 single-handed drone controllerKostiantyn Borysov is the creator of Knuckles 5, a multi-faceted, one-handed drone controller.

Drones are a big business in the U.S. Of the nearly 2 million drones registered with the FAA, about 1.3 million of them are recreational drones. There are currently over 200,000 certified remote pilots. By 2025, it is estimated that the market for commercial drones will exceed $13 billion per year (Stastica). So Knuckles 5 made a prime time entry at CES 2021, with some promising new developments in accessibility and functionality.

Designed initially around the idea of a flight stick, Knuckles 5 utilizes a single 5 button, 3 analog joystick with eight axes, and two modes. The device features two trackballs – one moved by the index finger and the other by the thumb – to control a drone along a combined four axes. Two more axes controlled by a mini-joystick, and another two axes by an IMU (inertial measurement unit) that picks up controller tilt. Using GUI (graphical user interface), it is technically possible to have 19 possible axes or 40 different buttons configured through the custom set up feature – all controllable with one hand. Borysov said the controller also provides for faster drone control than current controllers offer.

Still under development, the controller will be able to potentially control everything from pocket drones to commercial UAVs. And more intriguingly, the controller makes it possible to control two drones at the same time. Knuckles 5 opens up drone flying to people with disabilities, and Borysov is currently seeking people to test the device. While designed for flying drones the controller can also be used for video game play.

Knuckles 5 is expected to be available some time this year, and will retail at around $250 to $300. Visit the company’s website to learn more.

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Flir Duo Flies with Autel at CES



Flir created a minor sensation few years ago with the Flir One thermal imaging attachment for smartphones costing only a few hundred bucks. Building on this, Flir have launched the Duo, a dual sensor compact camera designed to be carried by drones. John gives Todd a quick demo of the new Duo and see if you can spot the GNC cameraman.

The Flir Duo combines both visible light and thermal sensors into a single camera which can be carried by any drone that attaches GoPro cameras.  The visible resolution is full HD at 1920 x 1080, whereas the thermal camera is only 160 x 120. This might seem poor but the resolution of thermal imaging tends to be much lower. Flir has a nice trick called MSX blending where the visible and thermal images are combined to give more detailed pictures. There’s a demo here.

There a two versions, the Duo and Duo R, with the latter providing calibrated radiometric temperature measurements, i.e. it can tell accurately how hot an object is. The Duo is priced at US$999 and the Duo R is $1,299. Available now.

Flir have partnered with drone makers Autel Robotics and paired their Duo with the X-Star Premium drone for an all-in-one package including customised flight software. Oddly the package appears to be available only to US military and no word on price.

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Parrot Jumping Sumo Leaps Into Your Hands



Parrot Jumping Sumo
Parrot Jumping Sumo

Parrot had a lot of different types of remote controlled drones at CES 2014. One of them was called the Jumping Sumo. The Sumo is a small remote-controlled device that can turn on a dime. Controlled with your smartphone or tablet, you can use two finger gestures to turn and control. The camera on the Sumo allows for 1st person view.

The jumping sumo has two large wheels that can push together for better control. It’s big feature, though, is the fact you can push a button and have the sumo jump up in the air — approximately 2-3 feet up.

The sumo can also be controlled up to 160 feet away with the mobile tether. The VGA (320×240) image returns to the device so you can see what it does.

The jumping Sumo is not out yet, but you can watch for it at www.parrot.com/usa/ces/

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Radio Controller Quadcopter



RC Pilot Fun on a Budget

RClogger

RC Logger introduces an affordable unit that will let you get started in the remote control aircraft hobby on a budget.  RC Logger has set out to find the sweet spot with a $79 unit that has the range and performance that challenge the bigger units and provide affordable entry into the RC pilot club.

The unit has a learning mode to allow you to start slowly. After you build your skills, there’s a more aggressive sport setting. Flight times are about 7-8 minutes. The unit will go about 20 mph and with a 915 Mhz system you could easily run it out of sight before it will  run out of range. It recharges from a USB in about 20 minutes. More details at RCLogger.com
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Parrot Introduces Cool Products like AR Drone Mark 2



Parrot There are some products that are shown at CES that are just cool and everyone who is a kid at heart just wants, the AR. Drone by Parrot is one of those gadgets. This year at CES 2012 they introduced AR. Drone Mark 2. The Mark 2 (aka AR. Drone 2.0) is controlled by a smart phone or tablet. It has a one button launch. Once it is launched it will sit and hove till the next command. The AR. Drone Mark 2 can fly up to 150 feet in the air, or as far as wi-fi will allow. AR. Drone Mark 2 has stabilization and pressure sensor technology built into it. On the front is an HD camera and a standard def camera on the bottom. You can stream and record the video back to the phone via wi-fi. The video can then be uploaded to your favorite social site, including YouTube and Facebook.

It come with two hulls one for in home use and one for outdoor use. It is built to take some crashes, but if something breaks you can get replacement parts are on-line. The AR. Drone Mark 2 should be available according to Peter George of Parrot in the second quarter of 2012 for about $299.00

Once you are finished playing with the AR. Drone Mark 2, you may want to relax with a little music and some quiet time, well Parrot has you covered there too. They are introducing a pair of stereo cordless headsets that are noise canceling called the Parrot Zik . They work over either Bluetooth or the included cord. They run on a chargeable battery and give about 5 hours of listening pleasure. Once the battery runs down you can continue listening by connecting the cord. What makes the Parrot Zik headphones stand out besides the great style by French designer Philippe Starck are the controls on the headphones. There is a sensitive touchpad on the headphone which allows you to skip back and forth thru tracks by swiping right or left and control volume by swiping up and down. The headphones fold down flat to fit into a small carrying case. There is no price or launch date at this time, but they should be available sometime in 2012 at various retailers. All together Parrot introduced seven new products at CES 2012, including three additional products in the car environment and the asteroid marketplace. You can take a look at all of them at their Web site Parrot.

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