ABOUT US
Powering Mobility
for All
BionicM was born from lived experience and a commitment to transform the lives of prosthesis users through advanced technology and human centered innovation.
Engineering Confidence.
Restoring Freedom.
OUR STORY
With support from JST's START program, we apply advanced humanoid robotics.
Al, and sensor technology to develop and market powered microprocessor knees.
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As a global startup, our mission is to enhance mobility and improve the quality of life (QOL) for individuals with lower-limb amputations-delivering transformative solutions that enable users to lead more active, independent, and fulfilling lives.
Founded in 2018 as a spinoff from the University of Tokyo, BionicM was born out of the groundbreaking research of Dr. Sunny Xiaojun Sun and his team.
Engineering Confidence.
Restoring Freedom.
OUR STORY
Founded in 2018 as a spinoff from the University of Tokyo, BionicM was born out of the groundbreaking research of Dr. Sunny Xiaojun Sun and his team.
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With support from JST's START program, we apply advanced humanoid robotics.
Al, and sensor technology to develop and market powered microprocessor knees.
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As a global startup, our mission is to enhance mobility and improve the quality of life (QOL) for individuals with lower-limb amputations-delivering transformative solutions that enable users to lead more active, independent, and fulfilling lives.
​Founded in 2018 as a spinoff from the University of Tokyo, BionicM was born out of the groundbreaking research of Professor Suny Xiaojun Sun and his team.
Predictable Stability
& Patient Safety
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Engineered to improve confidence and reduce uncertainty.
2018
Founded in 2018 as a spinoff from the University of Tokyo, BionicM was born out of the groundbreaking research of Professor Suny Xiaojun Sun and his team.
"My mission is deeply personal: to bring powered mobility to those with limb loss."
FOUNDER'S MESSAGE
At 9, illness forced me to make a heart-wrenching choice to amputate my right leg.
Since then, I've lived the daily challenges of prosthetics users after walking with two crutch for 15 years.
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That experience drives me to build technology that restores confidence, independence, and freedom.
We design every solution with one goal in mind: to help you move naturally, safely. and confidently-so you can focus on living your life.
Dr. Sunny Xiaojung Sun
CEO & Founder, BionicM
AWARDS
Recognition for Design and Innovation
BionicM's work has been recognized by leading organizations for innovation, product design, and human-centered mobility technology.
CES Best of Innovation
Award 2025
Best of Innovation - Accessibility & Longevity
Recognized at CES for breakthrough innovation in accessible mobility technology.
Red Dot
Luminary 2020
Red Dot Award -
Design Concept
Awarded the highest level of recognition in the Red Dot Award: Design Concept program.
Good Design
Award 2022
Japan -
Good Design Award
Recognized for thoughtful, human-centered prosthetic product design.
​SXSW Interactive Innovation Award 2017
Student Innovation -
Winner
Recognized by SXSW for BionicM - Powering Mobility for All as the 2017 Student Innovation winner.
WHAT DRIVES US
Innovation with
Heart and Purpose
​We combine advanced technology with empathy and insight to create solutions that truly move lives forward.
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Built on Lived Experience
Built from the perspective of an amputee, every solution is focused on real-world function, confidence, and stronger patient outcomes.
02
Innovation with Purpose
Our BVRG technology adjusts support based on knee position, helping Bio Leg respond naturally to different movements and mobility demands.
03
Mobility Without Limits
We engineer predictable, intentional assistance that reduces false-trigger concerns while supporting efficient setup, tuning, and real-world clinical use.
WHAT DRIVES US
Innovation with Heart and Purpose
01
Built on Lived Experience
Power is delivered in response to the user’s movement, helping support stable, appropriate, and dependable performance.
We combine advanced technology with empathy and insight to create solutions that truly move lives forward.
02
Innovation with Purpose
Control logic is designed to reduce unintended responses and create more predictable support in real-world conditions.
03
Mobility Without Limits
Predictable device behavior gives clinicians greater confidence when fitting, explaining, and recommending powered technology.
