# Emergency Assistance Drones SlidX's 'KAYRYS' Emergency Aircraft Boasts a 3D-Printed Design By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-09-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergency-aircraft References: [3ders.org](http://www.3ders.org/articles/20160905-3d-printed-kayrys-drone-from-slidx-is-equipped-for-rapid-emergency-assistance.html) & [vimeo](https://vimeo.com/179762604) 'KAYRYS' is the name of a 3D-printed [emergency aircraft drone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-supply-deliveries) from Canadian start-up SlidX that will prove to be useful for a number of situations. The Gyro-X8 VTOL (vertical take-off and landing aircraft) vehicle boasts a battery life that can last for about an hour, the ability to [carry loads up to 12 kilograms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-flycart-100) and quickly be flown to areas where emergency response is urgently needed. Some of the potential applications of this drone include attending roadside accidents, fires or search-and-rescue operations. In total, about 60% of the KAYRYS drone was 3D printed in a carbon composite material, with the entire prototype generated in less that 20 days. Because of its [3D-printed construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neco-hp), this gives the company the chance to quickly and easily replace parts that need fixing or replacement. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Emergency Response Drones:** Drones are being developed for use in emergency response situations, allowing for quick deployment and resource allocation. - **3D Printing in Aerospace:** Aerospace companies are increasingly turning to 3D printing for the construction of aircraft and drones, reducing production time and allowing for easy replacement of parts. - **Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) Vehicles:** VTOL vehicles are gaining popularity in the drone industry due to their ability to quickly fly to and land in areas of emergency response without needing a runway. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Emergency Services:** Drones can be used by emergency services such as police, fire departments, and search-and-rescue teams to quickly deploy resources and respond to emergencies. - **Aerospace Manufacturing:** Aerospace manufacturers can integrate 3D printing technology into their production processes, allowing for rapid prototyping and production of aircraft and drones. - **Drone Manufacturing:** Drone manufacturers can develop and market VTOL vehicles to meet the demand for emergency response drones that can quickly reach and land in hard-to-reach areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blade-Free First Responder Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ems-drone.md) - [Autonomous Emergency Drone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-duo.md) - [Extreme-Heat Firefighting Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firedrone-by-empa.md) - [Carbon-Caged Mapping Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mapping-drone.md) - [Incline-Friendly Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-drone.md) - [Bladeless Rescue Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vita-bladeless.md) - [Flame-Resistant Firefighting Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firefighting-drones.md) - [Intercity Cargo Delivery Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-express.md) - [Flying Aquatic Maintenance Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaair-integrated-drone.md)