Open Bionics Ltd.
UK developer of 3D-printed myoelectric bionic arm prosthetics for below-elbow amputees, including children.
Open Bionics, founded in 2014 by Joel Gibbard MBE and Samantha Payne MBE and headquartered in Bristol, UK within the Future Space facility co-located with the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, designs and manufactures the Hero Arm — a lightweight, 3D-printed myoelectric prosthetic arm for below-elbow amputees aged eight and above. The Hero Arm uses surface electromyography sensors to detect muscle signals and enable multi-grip hand control. The device weighs 340 g in its standard configuration and can lift up to 8 kg.
In 2025, Open Bionics launched the Hero PRO and Hero RGD models featuring wireless connectivity and waterproofing. The company is active in the US, UK, and other markets through clinical distribution partnerships.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
Hero Arm
Lightweight 3D-printed myoelectric prosthetic arm for below-elbow amputees with multi-grip functionality.
Hero PRO
Wireless, waterproof advanced myoelectric prosthetic arm, launched in 2025.
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Contact Open Bionics Ltd.
WEBSITE
https://openbionics.comPHONE
+44 117 428 5760HEADQUARTERS
United Kingdom
Company Facts
Founded
2014
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Europe
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