MICHELSTADT—Wingcopter and the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Frankfurt UAS) today launched the “DroLEx-Drohnen-Lastenrad-Express-Belieferung“ (Drone-Cargo Bike Express Delivery) project Under the name “LieferMichel,” the pilot project offers residents of remote districts in Michelstadt the opportunity to have groceries and consumer goods delivered to their homes quickly and emission-free by Wingcopter delivery drone and cargo bike The drone deliveries are intended to sustainably improve local supply in the region The project is being funded by the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV) as part of the Innovative Air Mobility funding directive with a total of around 430,000 euros Residents of these districts can order everyday goods such as non-perishable milk canned food and many other non-refrigerated products via the website www.liefermichel.de and have them delivered to their homes at a desired time The orders are flown by Wingcopter to set landing points just outside of the villages from where they are transported to the end customers by electric cargo bike a wide range of products from the local REWE store will be available for selection Other local retailers will be added to the platform as the project progresses “Our biggest goal is to gain experience and evaluate an environmentally friendly and efficient service that creates real added value for the population in rural areas,” said Wingcopter CEO Tom Plümmer The pilot project is being scientifically accompanied by the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences which is evaluating the service from an economic and ecological perspective The Frankfurt UAS also takes care of the cargo bike rides It has a profound expertise in the field of last-mile logistics with cargo bikes and small electric vehicles Alongside the city of Michelstadt and REWE Vodafone and Riese & Müller are associated project partners The mobile communications company Vodafone provides the mobile communications infrastructure so the Wingcopter drones have a secure and stable connection to the ground station throughout the flight The cargo bikes used are produced and provided by e-bike pioneer Riese & Müller many local retailers have closed their stores in recent years forcing residents to drive to Michelstadt or other towns to do their shopping in some cases well over 10 kilometers each way Especially for smaller errands weighing up to 4 kilograms LieferMichel users can now leave their cars behind Another advantage is that flying with the all-electric delivery drones is also more environmentally friendly than traveling by car The project will initially run until the end of 2023 and will be continued if it proves successful Registration for the Vertical MRO Conference in Kelowna B.C. is now open! Click here to learn more. Wingcopter and the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Frankfurt UAS) have launched the “DroLEx — Drohnen-Lastenrad-Express-Belieferung“ (Drone-Cargo Bike Express Delivery) project Under the name “LieferMichel,” the pilot project offers residents of remote districts in Michelstadt The project is being funded by the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV) as part of the “Innovative Air Mobility” funding directive with a total of around 430,000 euros Initially, the two districts of Rehbach and Würzberg well outside Michelstadt will be served. Residents of these districts can order everyday goods such as non-perishable milk, eggs, fruit and vegetables, canned food and many other non-refrigerated products via the website www.liefermichel.de and have them delivered to their homes at a desired time It has expertise in the field of last-mile logistics with cargo bikes and small electric vehicles (LEV – light electric vehicles) Vodafone and Riese & Müller were won as associated project partners The mobile communications company Vodafone provides the necessary mobile communications infrastructure so that the Wingcopter drones have a secure and stable connection to the ground station throughout the flight The cargo bikes used are produced and provided by e-bike pioneer Riese & Müller forcing residents to drive to Michelstadt or other towns to do their shopping — in some cases well over 10 kilometers each way Especially for smaller errands weighing up to four kilograms a sustainable and scalable business model is to be developed to improve local supply in other rural regions of Germany as well through fast ecologically reasonable and reliable delivery of everyday goods by drone although many smaller stores have disappeared in rural areas in recent years food delivery services that deliver orders within a few minutes have so far been limited to urban areas The project partners see enormous potential here said: “We are really proud to pilot LieferMichel the first drone delivery service for groceries and everyday goods in Germany Our biggest goal is to gain experience and evaluate an environmentally friendly and efficient service that creates real added value for the population in rural areas We are deeply grateful for the hospitality of the people of Odenwald and the openness with which they have welcomed the project and the LieferMichel team.” “We believe that a drone-based delivery service in rural areas can be a win-win situation: Residents benefit from better supply options retailers can increase their customer catchment area without having to set up delivery services themselves as trips for smaller errands in particular can be substituted in this way,” said Prof director of the Research Lab for Urban Transport (ReLUT) at Frankfurt UAS adds: “Local supply in more remote neighborhoods is an important issue not only for us in Michelstadt but in many rural communities in the region That’s why we’re always interested in innovative ideas and concepts such as delivery by drone and cargo bike and are delighted to be part of this German premiere.” chief digital innovation officer (CDIO) at REWE digital said: “We have been working on the topic of autonomous mobility in the research and innovations division for years and always have one goal in mind — to offer our customers new shopping experiences and to make shopping convenient and easy We are a pioneer and trailblazer in German food retailing In addition to numerous projects in urban areas we are also looking forward to testing offers in rural areas and to learning and further developing technology and processes together with the project partners.” head of innovation at Vodafone Germany: “We are delighted that the DroLEx team is relying on Vodafone’s mobile network to fly the LieferMichel drone underscoring the crucial role that mobile technology plays in commercial drone flight only a highly responsive mobile network offers the necessary reliability to enable automated drone flights — and thus innovative applications such as food delivery by drone.” chief communication officer at Riese & Müller: “We are very pleased to be part of this exciting and innovative project Especially the combination of different and climate-friendly mobility solutions makes this project so important.” This press release was prepared and distributed by Wingcopter and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Bell 525 Walkaround: The First Commercial Fly-by-Wire Helicopter Bell 505 Contact seller for price Year: 2022 Click on the button below to send an email to our team and we will get to it as soon as possible Have a story idea you would like to suggest We’re now about midway through the period of time Christians observe as Lent there’s plenty to do to mark this time of year and the upcoming Easter holiday Easter markets: In contrast to the above-named egg exhibitions Germany’s Easter markets are more of a time for perusing spring handicrafts and décor in general Cities with markets of this type include Nuremberg (March 15-28 and March 30-April 1) and Wiesbaden (March 15-17; 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Germany lies in the heart of Europe combining its role as an economic leader with a rich culture Whether you are exploring the high-energy streets of Berlin or wandering around the hills of Bavaria there is never a shortage of unique and fun activities in Germany Known for grand-scale events such as Oktoberfest and its exquisite beers Germans are also known for things like their exceptional engineering skills They also pride themselves on a deep-rooted history of artistry and thought with names including Beethoven and Kant Have you ever dreamed about those fairytale-like German towns The ones with the adorable timber-framed houses built on forest-covered hills If that sounds like the Germany you want to see read on because these towns are some of the most charming in the country Zugspitze peak and Alps mountain range in Garmisch Partenkirchen Garmisch-Partenkirchen finds itself surrounded by some of Europe's grandest and most stunning mountains The Bavarian Alps rise against the deep cuts of the valley giving the surrounding area a dramatic and beautiful look it is universally praised for its awe-inspiring views The mountain comes with year-round activities Embrace winter's chill with skiing or soak in summer’s warmth the Partnach River has sculpted a marvel named the Partnach Gorge This geological wonder plunges depths that reach around 260 feet The gorge has narrow paths and tunnels brushing alongside steep limestone walls Visitors coming to take in the views can see intense water currents and waterfalls Garmisch-Partenkirchen serves as home to the esteemed Richard Strauss Institute a facility devoted to lauding the composer's career It also acts as a research center and museum teaching about the long-lasting effects of the composer’s work some of the best porcelain in the world is born This village is recognized for its superior-grade porcelain there was a famous place called the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory It was the first of its kind in Europe to unlock the mystery of making porcelain this artistry was only known and practiced in China Some of the most impressive structures in the country lie inside of Meissen Albrechtsburg Castle is a stunning late Gothic castle It was built back in the 15th century and was also the spot where the Meissen porcelain was produced you will see another of those gorgeous Meissen buildings The skyline of the town is defined by the dramatic presence of The Meissen Cathedral Its two tall spires were contributions from the 15th century while the original construction began around the 13th century Wismar old town streets with colorful houses along Grube river canal Some places have a depth that needs to be seen to be fully understood as its first recorded mention was back in 1229 The timeless town is found in the heart of northern Germany and its city center proudly sports a UNESCO World Heritage badge This medieval center has kept its architectural legacy intact through centuries and is celebrated for this preservation One of the most captivating structures near the market is the Wismar Water Art or Wasserkunst ornate facade with elegant gables and a distinctive octagonal shape so this original building will definitely catch your eye "Marienkirche," hits you like a bolt out of the blue It was partially destroyed during World War II and now only the tower of the church and parts of the wall remain as a brutal reminder of the destruction of war there is an ancient feel to the streets and buildings almost hanging in the air like mist from a summer storm medieval town has remained basically unchanged for centuries The experience for guests is like stepping back in time feeling the textured cobblestone streets underfoot and sensing history from well-preserved city fortifications Dinkelsbühl forms an integral part of the renowned “Romantic Road” in Germany a journey that loops through villages and landscapes across Bavaria as well as Baden-Württemberg The one-of-a-kind celebration known as the Kinderzeche This occasion is a reenactment harking back to when the community capitulated to Swedish forces during the Thirty Years' War there is no shortage of remarkable religious structures and this particular town upholds the trend a brilliant example of Gothic architecture along with vibrantly colored stained-glass windows Resting on the famous Rhine River Bacharach has a collection of medieval architecture from cobblestone streets to iconic German-style timber-framed houses a timber-framed building dating back to 1368 aged timbers crisscrossing across the white undercoat an impressive castle from the 12th century It has seen substantial restoration work over time and currently functions as a youth hostel Fans of fine wines take note that Bacharach's region is celebrated for its outstanding vintages Tucked within the heartland of Rhine Gorge recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site you will discover vineyards renowned for their premier grapes The steep slate of rocks is associated with old legends a siren said to have lured sailors to their doom Historical Old Town of Michelstadt in Odenwald featuring colorful houses and the timber-frame Town Hall on the central square at sunrise When you enter Michelstadt, the old-world charm drips from the Middle Ages era timber-framed houses Likely the most famous building in town is the Michelstadt Rathaus It acts as the town hall and is an iconic building with a steeply pitched roof what sets it apart is the way it is elevated on stilts While ivory is mainly frowned upon in modern times it is still an essential part of world culture has museum displays with detailed artworks and carvings made of ivory This marketplace is a magnet for guests across the region marking a significant occasion in the wintertime It is doubtful if any other town in Germany is quite like Lindau The town lies on the shores of Lake Constance with its turquoise waters rolling around the edges of the shore While the more modern version of Lindau lies on the shoreside the historic old town lies on an island connected to the mainland by a bridge and a causeway look for either the 20-foot Bavarian lion statue or the nearly 120-foot-tall lighthouse narrow streets with ancient-looking half-timbered buildings It does not hurt that the area also has a beautiful Alpine background to stare at Lindeau has played host to Nobel Laureate Meetings This event unites esteemed winners in studies including physiology and chemistry with emerging researchers from around the world has been a significant fixture since the 11th century The church is known for its distinctive stone artistry and dramatic angular rooftops it functions primarily as an institution of arts and culture Scenic Monschau village in the North Eifel hills It is not a stop in Germany without experiencing their Christmas season but you might want to make your visit line up with the season the town erupts with the spirit of Christmas and is famed for its Christmas market The town transforms into a winter wonderland This house from the 18th century was once owned by a prosperous fabric maker and is now renowned for its opulent inside decor featuring an exquisite staircase and vintage furniture For those who have a love of mustard (everyone does explore the Mustard Mill - also known as Senfmühle- which has been standing since 1882 You can get a tour or tasting when you visit The Miniature Railway Exhibition is an unusual attraction showing off model train sets From the architectural wonders and rich traditions of Michelstadt to the soaring Alps of Garmisch-Partenkirchen it is not hard to see the beauty in Germany around almost every corner Exploring these German towns offers a real sense of the country's heritage Immerse yourself in Germany's fusion of cultural heritage and breathtaking nature photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Courtesy the artist and Galerie Thomas Schulte a German artist renowned for her bionic sculptures The news was announced by New York’s Sean Kelly Gallery which has represented her since 2002.  Growing up in the immediate aftermath of World War II affected her deeply drawing became her only solace: “We could not speak German But I had a Romanian governess who taught me how to draw I did not have to draw in German or French or English While this sparked Horn’s desire to become an artist her parents wanted her to someday take over the family factory She attended a course in machine-knitting to appease them but at 19 she secretly began studying philosophy and art at the University of Fine Arts of Hamburg She moved to Barcelona in 1964 to continue these pursuits when she suffered severe lung poisoning from experimenting with hot polyester resin without a mask Horn spent the next two years at a hospital recovering—an isolating experience compounded by the news of her parents’ passing Horn created her iconic Personal Art series (1968–72) fixating on “body-extensions” and wearable sculptures white cone resembling a unicorn’s horn which she strapped to the head of a semi-nude female performer (a fellow student) and filmed a major art exhibition in Kassel—making Horn Another notable performance work from this period is Pencil Mask (1972) involving a cage-like headpiece made of fabric with pencils protruding from the straps like needles allowing its wearer to draw from it.  She produced her first film The Gigolo (1978) showcasing a dancer wearing her mechanical sculpture made of white ostrich feathers Horn returned to Germany to exhibit Peacock Machine (1982) at Documenta 7: the dynamic installation featured a metal semicircle from which a series of white metal rods fanned out like a peacock’s tail While Horn denied that her art contained a clear message many of her works were politically charged she began to create large-scale kinetic installations addressing historical memory Notable works include Concert in Reverse (1987) a multipart installation at an old municipal tower in Münster that served as an execution site during the Third Reich; Tower of the Nameless (1994) comprising ladders and mechanical violins which ascend to the balcony of a private Viennese house in tribute to victims of the Yugoslav Wars; and Concert for Buchenwald (1999) a site-specific installation near the eponymous concentration camp in Weimar featuring 40-meter-long walls filled with ash and train tracks covered in broken musical instruments Though she was most active in Europe and the United States Horn harbored a long-rooted connection to Asian spiritualism she held an exhibition titled “The Journey to China” in Beijing’s Hua International gallery which traced her physical and spiritual resonance with Asian philosophies In an interview with the German press agency dpa a 70-year-old Horn stated that she was not afraid of dying: “My connection to Buddhism has helped me You are involved in a process that never ends.”  including the Carnegie Prize (1988); the Japan Art Association’s Praemium Imperiale (2010) for sculpture; the French government’s Order Pour le Mérite for Sciences and the Arts (2016); and the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany (2019) Her work was exhibited at the 59th Venice Biennale in 2022 and she has held over 100 exhibitions in prominent institutions across the globe London’s Tate Modern and Serpentine gallery and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo Horn’s work is currently on view in a major retrospective at Munich’s Haus der Kunst and in an exhibition titled “Concert of Sighs” at the Berlin-based Galerie Thomas Schulte which will run from September 11 to November 2 Annette Meier is an editorial intern at ArtAsiaPacific.  Subscribe to ArtAsiaPacific’s free weekly newsletter with all the latest news, reviews, and perspectives, directly to your inbox each Monday.  info@aapmag.com We’d like to be able to tell you to see to it that you are not alarmed and we are still firmly committed to our monthly mission to use up The Brick House Cooperative’s unused monthly allotment of Associated Press photos they are atomized and scattered in the wind and that’s a waste of good Associated Press imagery as well as The Brick House’s finite operating expenses In acknowledgement of the latest unpleasantness we are a network of nine independent websites including Popula A publication of The Brick House Cooperative specialises in the development and production of high-quality plastic film and netting for round balers in agriculture The company uses film waste from its own production and from various production locations in the RKW Group the waste was sent directly to a recycling plant Now the company has significantly optimised the recycling process by investing in a shredder from Vecoplan’s V-ECO 1300 series This highly efficient system not only provides RKW with very homogeneous output material it also helps the film manufacturer to cut costs optimise its work processes and increase its production of regenerated material The new Vecoplan V-ECO 1300 shredder is still enclosed in scaffolding we will soon replace it with a steel structure for operation of the feed roller,” says Holger Trumpfheller head of maintenance at KW Agri GmbH & Co near the hopper where the material is fed into the shredding chamber one can sense the enormous force applied by the machine as it transforms waste plastic into homogeneous output material “We’re going to use the new system to shred all of our film waste and then use it for production,” says Trumpfheller This will include production waste from the site film waste from other locations of the RKW Group and material purchased from other plastics manufacturers Most of this is film derived from rolls and bales The plastic to be processed includes loose film The independent family-owned RKW Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality film solutions It is the foremost maker of film for use in hygiene It also supplies film and non-woven materials for medical applications RKW had total revenues of 878 million euros its approximately 3,000 employees process 367,000 metric tons of plastic at the company’s 20 locations worldwide Recycling of production waste is an economically attractive solution for companies Scrap can be processed into regrind and returned to the production cycle where it has almost the same quality as new material In this way disposable waste does not arise in the first place and a closed cycle is created “Using our own regrind helps us to achieve our sustainability goals,” explains Silke Helmstädter lead buyer for regenerated material at RKW “As a privately owned company we care about future generations.” The company is committed to preserving a liveable environment Sustainability is thus an integral part of its corporate policy and business mission protecting resources means reducing emissions avoiding harm to the environment and streamlining logistics a feed roller at the hopper pulls the wound-on production waste from the roll into the shredding chamber In keeping with these sustainability goals RKW Agri in Michelstadt launched a project to optimise its recycling department The aim was to generate homogeneous shredded waste cut costs and make regeneration significantly more productive For this purpose the project’s decision makers turned to Vecoplan AG Headquartered in Bad Marienberg in Germany’s Westerwald region Vecoplan develops and manufactures machines and plants for the resource and recycling industry commissioning and comprehensive service,” explains Cathrine Rekett head of application technology in Vecoplan’s Recycling and Waste Division “For RKW we provided all of the mechanical processing equipment upstream of the extruders programmed the major components according to a fully automatic control plan carried out the installation and commissioned the plant.” On the factory floor a worker picks up a bale of film from a pallet with a stacker truck and drives it to a chain belt conveyor An associate uses pliers to take off the wires holding the bale together The material gradually falls onto the belt which moves it steadily upward towards the feed channel “The V-ECO is so strong that it could even process the wires safely,” says Cathrine Rekett “But there is less wear on the cutting tools when the wires are removed and as a result the particles are more homogeneous a feed roller at the hopper pulls the wound-on film from the roll into the shredding chamber The plant can be exactly adapted to the customer’s input and output requirements by changing the rotors and blades we opted for Vecoplan and the V-ECO,” says Trumpfheller “We were highly convinced by the design of this shredder.” The machine is flexible and focuses on energy-efficient operation It even shreds extremely difficult materials with high-quality results and at a high throughput The decisive advantage is its cutting geometry “We can exactly adapt our plants to input and output requirements by changing the rotors and blades and selecting the right screen,” says Cathrine Rekett Through numerous tests at its in-house technical centre Vecoplan’s application engineers fine-tuned these components for use at RKW At all times they were in touch with the customer in order to determine the requirements for the optimum particle size in the downstream process screens and cutting tools to correspond to the mechanical properties thermal properties and dimensions of the input material and the output requirements On the second floor a magnetic drum removes ferrous metals from the output material Vecoplan emphasises a consistently compact machine design This reduction down to the essentials minimises susceptibility to failure optimises the material flow and makes all service and maintenance work easier for users The hydraulically swivelling bottom flap and the downward-swivelling screen allow easy access to the rotor for operators who can immediately remove extraneous material exchange the counter knife or adjust it from the outside Material feed to the rotor is continuous thanks to the inclined design of the machine floor and the continuously adjustable ram control This ensures that the process is uninterrupted For energy-efficient operation Vecoplan installed the cost-effective ESC drive (Electronic Slip Control) “This solution makes gears and turbo clutches superfluous,” says Rekett asynchronous drive motor with its powerful frequency converter works together with a special belt drive that incorporates a sophisticated slip control and an extraneous material detection system with a motor or rotor brake Together with the proven start-up and reversing controller from the HiTorc® drive 2 to 2.5 times torque can be achieved for a short time with this combination A worm conveyor transports the output material from the machine to a drag chain conveyor Here Vecoplan has installed a magnetic separator for removal of ferrous materials Conveyers then take the film flakes to a film silo “We put this material into temporary storage because the throughput of our shredder is higher than that of the two extruders,” says Rekett “In this way the customer can bridge waiting times which can arise when an employee has to replace cutting tips or remove extraneous material The extruder generates high-quality regrind What happens if the system in Michelstadt suddenly shuts down In such cases the customer can reach Vecoplan via the service hotline around the clock Vecoplan’s technicians first try to rectify the problem via remote diagnostics In many cases the systems can go back online very quickly the causes of the malfunction are determined in order to prevent a recurrence RKW additionally signed up for an economical and efficient feature Users can request direct online support from Vecoplan’s service technicians who can access the controller and the control panel and identify Live images can be transmitted via web cams and complex technical issues can be explained using chat relevant data and documents can be called up online All the service measures are also listed in the Maintenance Manager Since the shredder has a higher throughput than the two extruders the shredded film is temporarily stored in a film silo to ensure continuous feeding “Installing a system like this on two floors was no ordinary achievement,” says Cathrine Rekett “It was a considerable challenge for our installation team.” That is because the factory building was already there and could not be changed One difficulty was getting individual pieces of equipment up to 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(Data protection) Wingcopter’s LieferMichel pilot project which has been bringing drone and cargo bike deliveries to Michelstadt This extension not only ensures continued smaller errand deliveries but also introduces a new service—deliveries of non-prescription medicines The project aims to achieve safe drone flight operations in unrestricted airspace and analyze the demand for delivery services in rural areas The Bären-Apotheke pharmacy has joined the platform offering a selection of non-prescription medicines based on specific requests from residents “We are always looking for ways to offer our customers an even better shopping experience and improve local supply options the long distances often make it difficult for sick people to get their medication quickly We are therefore very pleased to be gaining initial experience with drone-based deliveries as part of the LieferMichel project,” says Frank Buffleb pharmacist and owner of Bären Apotheke in Erbach “Delivering medicines is part of our DNA at Wingcopter This is an exciting learning experience and an important milestone in this project,” comments Ansgar Kadura co-founder and Chief Services Officer of Wingcopter President of the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences “The expansion of the range to include non-prescription medical supplies shows the attractiveness of the project and demonstrates the demand for individual services in this sector too.” These products are then delivered by Wingcopter’s delivery drone to designated landing points followed by the last-mile delivery to the customer’s front door using an electric cargo bike the project continues to set new benchmarks in rural drone delivery Other project partners include Vodafone and Riese & Müller In der Odenwaldgemeinde Michelstadt werden Lebensmittel und andere Waren aus dem Supermarkt jetzt per Drohne geliefert An dem Pilotprojekt sind eine Frankfurter Hochschule und ein Drohnenhersteller beteiligt Klopapier oder Brot per Drohne fast bis vor die Haustür: In einem Pilotprojekt wird ab Donnerstag getestet ob Menschen in ländlichen Regionen per Drohne mit Lebensmitteln und anderen Dingen des täglichen Bedarfs beliefert werden können Die Bewohnerinnen und Bewohner von zwei entlegeneren Stadtteilen von Michelstadt (Odenwald) können ab sofort im Internet Einkäufe bei Supermärkten bestellen dass die Drohne mit der bestellten Ware auf einem festgelegten Platz am Rand der jeweiligen Ortschaft landet Von da aus werden die Bestellungen dann per Lastenrad an die einzelnen Kunden verteilt Dafür wurden Studierende als Radkuriere eingestellt Unter anderem die Frankfurter University of Applied Sciences und der Drohnenhersteller Wingcopter aus Weiterstadt wollen so testen wie gut und umweltfreundlich abgelegene ländliche Regionen auf diesem Weg versorgt werden können Denn oft ist dort für die Anwohnerinnen und Anwohner der nächste Supermarkt nicht so einfach zu erreichen Die Bewohner der beiden Michelstädter Stadtteile Rehbach und Würzberg können ab sofort über eine spezielle Internetseite die Waren bestellen Zwei Supermärkte beteiligen sich derzeit an dem Projekt andere lokale Einzelhändler könnten sich noch anschließen die nicht gekühlt werden müssen: zum Beispiel Eier Eis oder andere Tiefkühlprodukte sind dagegen nicht im Angebot Die Drohne kann laut Wingcopter-Chef Tom Plümmer bis zu 4,5 Kilogramm schwere Last tragen Dafür müssten aber noch rechtliche Fragen geklärt werden was für "Drohnen-Lastenrad-Express-Belieferung" steht und wird vom Bund mit rund 430.000 Euro gefördert Die Verantwortlichen haben zunächst für vier festgeplante Strecken eine Fluggenehmigung für 25 Monate kann es fortgesetzt und gegebenenfalls auf andere ländliche Regionen in Hessen ausgeweitet werden Quelle: hessenschau.de/Meliha Verderber; Roman Warschauer (hr)