Excerpt and Photo from rte.ie
The University of Galway is carrying out a pilot project that aims to transform how remote island communities receive their healthcare.
The Healthy Islands initiative, also known as Na hOileáin Sláintiúil, uses hi-tech drones to deliver critical medical supplies to Clare Island off Co Mayo on a trial basis.
The drones have been operating from Carrowmore Beach in Louisburgh and flying to the island at a speed of around 120km/h. The journey time is just under ten minutes.
The drones operate autonomously using artificial intelligence and are equipped to handle challenging terrain and unpredictable coastal weather conditions.