# 100-Year Clocks 'Time in Six Parts' Takes 100 Years to Complete a Full Rotation By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-05-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-year-clocks-time-in-six-parts-takes-100-years-to-complete-a-full-rotati References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5249109/the-100%20year-alarm-clock) & [cwwang](http://cwwang.com/2009/05/05/time-in-six-parts/) ‘Time in Six Parts’ is a revolutionary clock by Che-Wei Wang that takes 100 years years to complete a full rotation. Wang’s approach was to explore different time scales that are otherwise out of reach. The six parts of the clock include: In a Lifetime, Cinematic Timepiece, One Hour Sprocket, Thermal Clock, Couting to a Billion, and 3.16 Billion Cycles. **Implications** - Analog clock designers have battled the rise of digital clocks by creating [artistic timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-clock) that tell much more than just the time. These [sculptural analog clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edition-003-clock) use [complex mechanisms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-timechanger) to display the hour and minute, creating an interactive art piece that forces hurried consumers to take a moment to relax. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Long-term Timekeeping:** The development of clocks that take several years or even decades to complete a full rotation opens up opportunities for unique and meaningful timekeeping experiences. - **Sculptural Analog Clocks:** The rise of sculptural analog clocks that incorporate complex mechanisms to display the time offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the clockmaking industry. - **Exploring Different Time Scales:** The exploration of time scales that are otherwise out of reach provides new possibilities for creative and thought-provoking clock designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Clockmaking:** The clockmaking industry can leverage long-term timekeeping trends to create innovative and distinctive clock designs. - **Art and Design:** Sculptural analog clocks can disrupt the art and design industry by merging functionality with artistic expression. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry has the potential to offer high-end, long-term timekeeping experiences for affluent consumers seeking unique and exclusive products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Linearly Formed Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clock-concept.md) - [Alternative Time Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Half-Hour Timepiece Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrowatch.md)