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This paper discusses the configuration of an autonomous hybrid VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft is systematic for the last mile delivery of medicines to rural and remote places. The developed aircraft has a payload capacity of 4 kg, a flying period of up to 45 min, and a high stability speed of 65 km per hour. This UAV is fitted with intelligent systems that enable it to operate autonomously even in places without a Global Positioning System and away from obstructions, which is essential in disaster-prone areas. This VTOL's folding wing structure reduces the Take-off and Landing area, making it more reliable.
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Jeevan, K., Kumar, V.M., Pranav, S., Manish, E.S., Singh, C. (2024). Design and Development of Autonomous VTOL for Medicine Deliveries in Hilly Areas. In: Kalya, S., Kulkarni, M., Bhat, S. (eds) Advances in VLSI, Signal Processing, Power Electronics, IoT, Communication and Embedded Systems. VSPICE 2022. Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, vol 1062. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4444-6_22
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