This analysis uncovers challenges in blood transfusion transport using UAVs in disasters, highlighting logistics issues.
Timely access to blood products is essential in disaster medicine and pre-hospital emergency care. Natural and man-made disasters often render roads unusable, impeding traditional logistics. In such settings, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) offer a viable alternative due to their mobility and speed. However, UAV-based transport of blood transfusion bags introduces critical concerns such as maintaining optimal storage temperature, minimizing shock impact, and achieving precise delivery to designated sites. 1,2
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