Pioneering Healthcare and Emergency Missions with Advanced Battery Solutions

/ Avy

Avy’s Aera carries emergency medical cargo for EU health services. A 35 Ah smart pack with DroneCAN integration doubled flight time to two hours, with state-of-charge and state-of-power prediction on board.

/ Client

The project at a glance

    Challenge

    Avy flies emergency medical cargo, where a battery the operator cannot see inside is a mission risk, not just a range limit.

    Solution

    A 35 Ah smart pack with a second-generation BMS and DroneCAN integration, streaming cell health, power draw and state of charge to the ground in real time.

    Result

    Flight time roughly doubled to between 1.5 and 2 hours, with medical supplies reaching patients 65% faster than by road.

Introduction

Avy, a visionary in drone technology, was the first company to trust Tulip Tech for their battery needs. This partnership laid the foundation for Tulip Tech’s mission to revolutionize drone operations through innovative energy solutions. With our state-of-the-art batteries featuring integrated DroneCAN technology, Avy has redefined what’s possible in healthcare logistics, wildfire detection, and emergency response.


About Avy

Headquartered in the Netherlands, Avy is known for its VTOL fixed-wing drones that combine the agility of helicopters with the range of fixed-wing aircraft. Avy’s drones have become indispensable tools in medical supply delivery, environmental monitoring, and disaster response. Notable initiatives include the Medical Drones Service in the Netherlands and the Drones for Health project in Botswana, where Avy demonstrated its commitment to using technology for societal good. 

Success Story

Extending Operational Boundaries 

Avy partnered with Tulip Tech to enhance their drone capabilities for critical missions. Tulip Tech’s batteries introduced an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) with DroneCAN integration, enabling seamless communication between the drone and ground systems. This upgrade provided real-time data on battery health, flight performance, and power usage, significantly improving mission planning and reliability. 

Extended Range

Increased flight endurance, enabling longer and more reliable missions.

Real-time Data

Enhanced decision-making with detailed insights into battery status.

Operational Success

Successful completion of critical missions, such as delivering emergency medical supplies 65% faster than road transport in Botswana and conducting BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) flights for healthcare logistics in the Netherlands.

Impact on Avy’s Missions

Avy drones now play a pivotal role in saving lives, from delivering blood and medical supplies in remote areas to aiding in wildfire detection. The extended flight range has made Avy’s drones more versatile and capable of addressing diverse challenges, reinforcing their position as leaders in drone innovation. Tulip Tech’s batteries not only powered these missions but also empowered Avy to explore new horizons in healthcare and environmental protection. 

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