D3O creates non‑Newtonian polymer materials that stay flexible during normal use but instantly harden on impact, absorbing and dissipating energy to protect against shock, vibration, and blunt force. These lightweight, breathable materials are integrated into gear such as motorcycle apparel, mountain‑bike pads, workwear, defense equipment, and electronic cases, reducing injury risk, fatigue, and equipment damage while maintaining comfort and style.
Funding
$19.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Individuals and professionals in high‑impact activities—such as motorcycling, mountain biking, sports, workwear, defense, and consumer electronics—face injury, equipment damage, and fatigue due to blunt‑force impacts, vibration, and repetitive shock. Existing protective solutions are often bulky, rigid, or ineffective at dissipating energy, limiting performance and comfort.
Solution
D3O develops advanced polymer materials that remain flexible during normal use but instantly harden upon impact, absorbing and dissipating energy to protect the wearer or device. These materials are integrated into a wide range of products, from motorcycle jackets and mountain‑bike pads to electronic cases and anti‑vibration grips, delivering lightweight, breathable protection without compromising ergonomics. The technology is patented and engineered in D3O’s London lab, where scientific, engineering, and design teams collaborate to tailor protection levels for specific applications. By embedding D3O’s impact, vibration, and shock‑mitigation materials, partners can offer gear that reduces injury risk, lowers fatigue, and safeguards equipment while maintaining style and functionality.
Target Audience
Primary customers are manufacturers of protective gear and equipment for motorcyclists, mountain bikers, athletes, industrial workers, defense personnel, and consumer electronics brands seeking to enhance safety and performance of their products.
Features
- Non‑Newtonian polymer that stays soft under normal motion and instantly stiffens on impact to absorb energy
- Integrated vibration‑damping formulation that cuts transmitted vibration by up to 50 % for smoother control and reduced fatigue
- Shock‑absorbing layers that buffer repetitive stress, protecting muscles and joints during prolonged activity
- Thin, lightweight, and breathable construction suitable for apparel, helmets, gloves, and electronic housings
- CE‑certified impact protection (Level 1/2) meeting industry safety standards for sports and workwear
- Customizable form factors allowing seamless integration into partner products across motorcycling, mountain biking, sports, defense, and consumer electronics