Ferromagnetic Fluid Typefaces

These Alien Language-Like Moving Symbols Use NASA-Invented Ink

With ferromagnetic fluid gaining popularity in the design world and typefaces getting more and more creative, Craig Ward and Linden Gledhill combined the two in their alien-like language design 'Fe2O3.'

The magnetic ink was originally invented by NASA in the 1960s and since then has had many different uses. This sci-fi moving typeface was made by placing ferromagnetic fluid under two small panes of glass and running various moving magnetic fields underneath them. The generative computer font features 138 glyphs and when activated by magnetic fields they can combine to create more symbol variants than there are stars.

Referred to an an "infinite art machine," the snowflake-like designs are each captivating and unique and can be bought as one-of-a-kind prints as well.

Ferromagnetic Fluid Design
A trend of incorporating ferromagnetic fluid into designs for unique visual effects.
Generative Typeface
A trend of using generative algorithms to create unique and customizable typeface designs.
Magnetic Ink Innovations
A trend of exploring new applications and creative uses for magnetic ink technology.

Sectors Adopting This

Graphic Design
Incorporating ferromagnetic fluid and generative algorithms into graphic design offers an opportunity for unique visual innovation and differentiation.
Printing
Innovations in magnetic ink technology could present new possibilities in the printing industry for unique designs and customization.
Tech and Engineering
New applications for magnetic ink in technology and engineering could unlock new possibilities in data storage and manipulation.
SCORE
5.9 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 89%
Activity 80%
Freshness 8%

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