# Mountainous Cartography Jewelry 'Waaypoint' Cast Jewelry is Created Using NASA Mapping Data By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-jewelry References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2016/09/29/3d-printed-nasa-mountain-rings/) & [waaypoint](https://waaypoint.com/) Bringing a piece of the [natural world to one's jewelry collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry), the 'Waaypoint' cast jewelry is created using an unexpected process that takes unlikely information into account. 'Waaypoint' utilizes [NASA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar1622) mapping data in order to take a geographical location and turn it into a wearable piece of beautiful cast jewelry. The 'Waaypoint' jewelry is made in the Portland, Oregon-based studio in a singular style form at present that is modeled after Mt. Hood, a mountain range located nearby the studio. The 'Waaypoint' jewelry is created by designing the piece and then printing it digitally using a 3D printer. From here, the piece is cast in plated rose gold, silver or plated 18k gold. The coordinates of the geographical location are embedded into the interior of the band of the rings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geographical Cartography Jewelry:** The use of NASA mapping data in creating jewelry opens up opportunities to incorporate unique and meaningful geographical locations into wearable pieces. - **3D Printing in Jewelry Design:** The use of 3D printing technology in the creation of jewelry allows for intricate designs and customization possibilities, disrupting traditional jewelry-making processes. - **Embedded Geographic Coordinates:** Embedding geographical coordinates into jewelry bands adds a unique and personal touch, creating opportunities for customizations and sentimental connections. ### Who This Affects Most - **Jewelry:** The jewelry industry can explore incorporating NASA mapping data and 3D printing technology to create unique and personalized pieces that resonate with customers. - **Design:** The design industry can leverage 3D printing technology to create intricate and custom-designed jewelry, expanding possibilities for artistic expression. - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore the integration of 3D printing and mapping data to develop innovative solutions for the jewelry manufacturing process. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Handmade Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-handmade-jewelry.md) - [Wearable Sculptural Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dtcable-collection.md) - [Inclusive Elementally Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/every-wave.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Bread-Encrusted Gemstone Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-collection.md) - [Outdoor Label-Created Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maria-black-1.md) - [Timeless Mocha-Mousse-Inspired Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cove-fine-jewelry.md) - [Travel-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dean-davidsons-nomad-collection.md) - [Reimagined Performance Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-dark-tour-necklace.md)