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Prosthetics

Prosthetics pose unique challenges

Challenges in Advancing Prosthetic Technology

Prosthetic and orthotic design engineers face significant obstacles, such as high costs, increasing regulations, manufacturing consistency, and limited insurance coverage for users. To overcome these, GGB's tribological surface solutions offer a path forward, ensuring better functionality and affordability in the prosthetic field.

Enhancing Prosthetic Mobility

GGB’s bearings and polymer coatings are specifically engineered to enhance the durability, longevity, and cost-effectiveness of prosthetic devices. Beyond this, they aim to improve patient mobility and quality of life, making advanced prosthetic technology more accessible and beneficial to amputees.

Applications

  • Orthotics 
  • Prosthetics 

These fields rely on advanced prosthetic designs to improve mobility, comfort, and functionality for patients.

GGB Advantage

Lightweight Performance

Prosthetic engineers require lightweight materials to ensure smooth, efficient movement while reducing strain on the user. GGB’s advanced bearing and coating solutions offer durable, low-friction performance, enhancing mobility and comfort in prosthetic applications.


Grease-Free Performance

Prosthetic applications require self-lubricating materials to ensure smooth operation without the need for grease. GGB’s advanced bearing and coating solutions minimize maintenance, enhance durability, and provide reliable, long-lasting performance for improved mobility and user comfort.


Quiet Operation

Prosthetic components must minimize noise and vibration to ensure a smooth, discreet user experience. GGB’s tribological solutions provide low-friction, noise-reducing materials that enhance comfort and performance, allowing for seamless movement in daily activities.


Tight Tolerances

Precision is critical in prosthetic design, ensuring seamless functionality and cost-effective manufacturing. GGB’s advanced surface solutions support engineers in achieving tight tolerances, enhancing reliability across the entire supply chain—from production to end-user application.