Zipline AI

Zipline is an American medical product delivery company that designs, manufactures, and operates autonomous electric drones to provide instant access to vital medical supplies. Launched in 2014, the company gained international recognition for its operations in Rwanda and Ghana, where its drones deliver blood, vaccines, and essential medications to remote clinics in minutes. The "AI" in Zipline is embedded in its sophisticated flight control and logistics software. The drones use computer vision and advanced sensors to navigate complex terrain and inclement weather autonomously, without the need for a pilot. Zipline's proprietary AI also optimizes delivery routes and manages inventory in real-time to ensure that no life-saving supply goes to waste. In recent years, Zipline has expanded to the United States, partnering with healthcare systems and retailers to provide home delivery of prescriptions and wellness products. By bypassing ground infrastructure challenges, Zipline’s AI-powered logistics network serves the public good by ensuring that geography is never a barrier to quality healthcare.