XO Armor Technologies is redefining how athletes, patients, and first responders are protected, offering 3D -printed, custom-fit orthopedic braces, guards, and splints that can be scanned, modeled, and manufactured on-site in under an hour .
Since 2019 , the Auburn, Alabama -based startup has delivered over 8,000 medical and sports protection devices, partnered with more than 40 collegiate and professional teams, and raised $4.75 million across multiple funding rounds, all while expanding into healthcare and
military markets. What Is XO Armor? 3D Printing Meets Real-Time, Anatomical Customization XO Armor leverages smartphone-based 3D scanning, proprietary adaptive modeling software, and in-house additive manufacturing to create personalized, anatomically precise protection for injuries and performance.
Their service allows a trainer, clinician, or equipment manager to scan a body part using a phone or tablet, choose attributes (thickness, flexibility, coverage), and 3D -print the final product on-site in about 45 minutes .
Recent use cases include pro football linemen with fractured wrists returning to play, surgeons fitting custom post-op braces, special-ops soldiers training for deployment, and high school athletes needing adaptive splints or guards.The typical workflow provides a superior fit, fewer follow-up visits, and up to 80% time savings compared to traditional orthotic and casting processes.
The Origin Story & Founders XO Armor was born in 2019 when Auburn mechanical engineering professor Dr. Michael Zabala was asked to help provide a protective device for an injured Auburn football player who needed to play the next game. After designing—and 3D -printing—a fit-for-purpose…
