SCALED develops custom-fit, nature-inspired flexible body armor designed to minimize the risk of joint injuries for athletes. Their patented material technology enhances injury prevention and rehabilitation while allowing for regulated motion control, improving overall sports performance.
Funding
$90K 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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Problem
Athletes are at risk of recurrent joint injuries that often lead to long-term immobility, requiring extensive and costly rehabilitation. Existing protective wearables like casts and braces limit joint movement, causing muscle weakness and stiffness in the affected area.
Solution
Scaled offers custom-fit, flexible body armor designed to minimize joint injuries for athletes while allowing regulated motion control. Inspired by the protective scales of animals, Scaled's wearable technology uses a parametric algorithm to create interlocking scales that conform to the wearer's body. This bespoke design provides precise motion limitation, acting as a shock absorber to prevent hyperextension and other injuries without sacrificing mobility. The design facilitates injury prevention, rehabilitation, and sports performance enhancement.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes athletes seeking to minimize the risk of joint injuries, as well as sports medicine professionals focused on injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Features
- Parametric design for a custom fit that meets the wearer’s exact needs
- Interlocking scales inspired by the geometry of animal scales (lizards, fish, and pangolins)
- Controlled motion limitation to prevent hyperextension joint injuries
- Flexible structure that allows the wearable to bend with the athlete's body
- Lightweight materials that are sustainable and user-friendly