revolutionary performance
unmatched potential
DARKMATTER® delivers a next-generation approach to optimizing kinetic energy. Our Variable Composite Technology can disperse, guide or redirect energy better than any other solution available today.
darkmatter directs kinetic energy to maximize protection, performance, and comfort when it matters most.

battle-tested
IMPACT PROTECTION
DARKMATTER’s original purpose of minimizing deadly energy transfer from ballistic impacts translates into unmatched impact protection across a wide range of applications.

energy-enabled
performance potential
From vibratory tuning to directed energy return, DARKMATTER makes kinetic energy work for you rather than against you—enabling more efficient and effective performance in any industry.

premium quality
comfort & fitment
DARKMATTER energy optimization technology reduces fatigue and strain, while our proprietary layering system’s premium materials improve comfort, fit and feel.
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next generation technology
forged under fire
DARKMATTER technology debuted in our Energy Dispersal Pads—the future of ballistic trauma protection.
Designed for warfighters, law enforcement, and first responders, these standalone ballistic trauma pads work in conjunction with ballistic armor to reduce kinetic energy transfer and mitigate back face deformation (BFD), protecting against impact-related injuries—while also improving fitment and comfort.
DARKMATTER also offers Direct Armor Integration to armor manufacturers through our EDGE development program. This process bonds DARKMATTER directly to armor plates, adding the protection and comfort benefits of our standalone pads and empowering the development of thinner, lighter and more effective ballistic armor.
“DARKMATTER Energy Dispersal Pads are a great addition to my kit. Very lightweight, and I love the added comfort. They provide additional protection and peace of mind for law enforcement officers in uncertain times.”
special agent
department of homeland security
DARKMATTER NEWS & EVENTS
AUSA Annual Meeting & Expo
October 09-11 2023 • Washington, DC
Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, DC 20001 Event Website: https://meetings.ausa.org/annual/index.cfm Contact us to meet up at this event.
DARKMATTER: The Next Generation of Trauma Protection
DARKMATTER: THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRAUMA PROTECTION A summary of this article first appeared in the 2023 Police & Security News Body Armor Update. The need for trauma protection when wearing ballistic armor is widely acknowledged. While body armor is very...
DARKMATTER Ground Truth Series • Part II: Leaning Forward to Protect Those Who Protect and Serve
LEANING FORWARD TO PROTECT THOSE WHO PROTECT AND SERVE Clancy J. McMahon • Director of Government Engagements at MONARC Leaning Forward is a leadership style that places a strong emphasis on articulating a vision, being proactive, and taking decisive action. This is a...
giving your products the edge when it matters most
Integrate DARKMATTER Energy Dispersal technology into your products with our EDGE Development Program.

tactical

sports

outdoor

footwear

industrial
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CONTACT darkmatter
Contact us today to learn more about DARKMATTER development programs, Energy Dispersal Pad purchasing and reseller opportunities, or to request additional testing data.
A member of the DARKMATTER team will be in touch within two to three business days.
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