# Mathematical Desktop Toys The 'Oloid' Desk Sculpture is Designed Mathematically Perfect By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-24 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-sculpture References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/oloid-mathematically-perfect-desktop-sculpture-24-08-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1288492628/oloid-a-mathematically-perfect-piece-of-art) The popularity of [desk toys to keep hands busy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingerdama) is seeing them take on new, more modern forms as seen with the new 'Oloid' desk sculpture. Designed as "mathematically perfect," the 'Oloid' is unusually shaped yet will roll in a straight line without deviating, while also boasting a [smooth and gentle motion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine). This makes it a [designer piece of artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box) to adorn your workstation and offer something to play with when taking a call or simply brainstorming your next idea. The 'Oloid' desktop sculpture has been designed in a number of different material options including stainless steel, brass and copper to make it a truly exceptional piece of artwork to keep nearby when working. The 'Oloid' also boasts an identical surface area to a sphere that has the same radius, which speaks to the phrase of being "mathematically perfect." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modern Desk Toys:** The popularity of desk toys is evolving and has taken on new and modern forms with the 'Oloid' desk sculpture. - **Mathematical Design:** The 'Oloid' desk sculpture showcases the innovation of designing mathematical perfection for desk toys. - **Functional Artwork:** The 'Oloid' desk sculpture is not only a piece of artwork to adorn your workstation, but it also serves a functional purpose to keep your hands busy. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Supplies:** Office supplies industry can take advantage of the growing popularity of modern desk toys and come up with innovative designs. - **Art and Design:** Art and design industry can explore and embrace the concept of mathematical design to create functional and artistic desktop sculptures like the 'Oloid'. - **Gift and Souvenir:** Gift and souvenir industry can leverage the uniqueness and exceptional design of the 'Oloid' desk sculpture to create one-of-a-kind souvenirs for various events and occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Machined Metallic Topology Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altdynamic-torus.md) - [Magnetic Wooden Sculpture Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-sculpture.md) - [Optical Illusion Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmocoin-infinity.md) - [Mechanical Kinetic Motion Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmoglobe.md) - [Elegant Desktop Brainteaser Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-tetra.md) - [Mesmerizing Gyroscopic Desk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyro-spin-spectre.md) - [Miniature Metal Fidget Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altdynamic-orbiform-mini.md) - [Tetrahedral Desk Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-puzzles.md) - [Stress-Alleviating Desktop Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anger-management-toy.md)