G-SHOCK's shock resistance has been verified further with a free-fall drop test that simulates possible shocks during actual use.
G-SHOCK's shock resistance has also been verified by hammering it in a resting state with a hammer traveling through a 180- rotation trajectory.
G-SHOCK's vibration resistance has been verified by vibrating it for 20 minutes or longer with a testing machine that generates a powerful 19.6m/s sine wave.
The module is the heart of a watch. To keep shocks from reaching it, the G-SHOCK module has been enclosed in a hollow structure with support at just a few points and virtually allowed to float inside the case.
The case that encloses the module is designed in accordance with highly precise calculations to achieve a shock-resistant structure despite its extreme thinness.
This cushion has made it possible to develop the hollow structure in which the module floats with support at just a few points.
This board can be considered the brain of the watch. A cushioning material spread over it covers the crystals and every other delicate part to protect them from shocks.
The retention of G-SHOCK's water-resistance function has been verified by immersing it in water for 5 minutes or longer under 20-bar water pressure. (ISO 200-meter water resistant model only)
This powerful solar drive system combines a tiny solar panel that generates electricity even under low-light conditions with a high-capacity rechargeable battery, eliminating the need for battery replacements.
This advanced lighting system has improved nighttime visibility dramatically by incorporating a high-intensity LED that illuminates the dial and LCD simultaneously.
This lighting system switches on automatically when the wrist is tilted. Its illumination sensor prevents it from operating in bright light to avoid unnecessary electricity consumption.
Development of a special structure that reduces the shocks transmitted to the LCD has enabled a never-before-possible integration of analog visibility, digital functionality and a shock-resistant structure.
