Drones vs. ambulances: can flying defibrillators save more lives?
NCT ID NCT07508774
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study explores whether drones can deliver automated external defibrillators (AEDs) faster than traditional ambulances in simulated cardiac arrest scenarios. Researchers will compare drone and ambulance response times in different city locations and traffic conditions. Twenty-four healthy volunteers will practice using the drone-delivered AEDs on mannequins. The goal is to gather early evidence on whether drone delivery could improve emergency response in Chinese cities.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 24 people
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- Expected to start
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Apr 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 65 years * Able to understand the study purpose and simulation procedures and provide informed consent * Able to communicate adequately and cooperate with outdoor simulation tasks * Able to walk independently and perform basic upper-limb operations * Able to complete standardized training and pass a basic AED simulation skills assessment before participation Exclusion Criteria: * History of severe cardiovascular, respiratory, or neurological disease that, in the investigator's judgment, makes participation in outdoor simulation tasks unsuitable * Significant musculoskeletal disease or injury affecting mobility, object retrieval, or pad placement * Significant visual, auditory, or cognitive impairment that may interfere with task performance * Marked fear of, discomfort with, or unwillingness to participate in low-altitude drone-related activities * Any other condition judged by the investigator to make participation inappropriate
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Locations
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The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College
Wuhu, Anhui, China