About Matrix Bracing

Matrix (pronounced MAY-triks) has several special meanings. From Latin we know the word to mean mother (mater) or womb. In mathematics, Matrix is a rectangular array of numbers laid out in rows and columns and is used extensively from linear algebra to computer graphics. In the cyber culture, Matrix is also known as the confluence of all types of networks. In composite materials, Matrix is the binder that keeps the composite reinforcements in an orderly pattern and it helps transfer the load among the fibre reinforcements. Our selection of the name "Matrix" has its basis in our understanding that in the age of open source, we must rely on the interconnectedness of global resources and weave them together as a Matrix, to create best in class products with design and quality as two cornerstones and customer at its core.

Matrix knee brace is the result of concerted effort and contributions from a team of experts (Matrix Team), across the globe. The team has over 75 years of combined experience in knee bracing. The team includes people with experience in all facets of knee bracing from concept design through post sales technical support. The team's first hand knowledge of every single issue facing the bracing community is the guiding force behind the Matrix products.

The team includes designers with vast ID and product design knowledge, manufacturing experts with extensive experience in lean production and six-sigma and process experts that have thorough understanding of composite materials and processes. Over the past 3 years, since the inception of the idea to develop the Matrix knee braces, several iterations of the product were tested to evaluate the efficacy of shapes and materials to provide the most comfortable fit, support and protection to the user.

The advanced composite manufacturing process used in the making of the Matrix braces is unique and offers the best weight to strength ratio. All through the development period, Matrix products were field tested by experts in several domains including motocross, the most demanding of applications for a knee brace. Once all the input has been incorporated and the design was frozen, the product was field tested for a year. This expert driven, distributed design concept will remain the core principle behind the Matrix product development to ensure continuous improvements and also to develop products that benefit the user community.