# Mathematical Single-Sided Sculptures The AltDynamic 'Möbius Strip' is Machined Out of Aluminum By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbius-strip References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/05/18/this-3d-machined-mobius-sculpture-is-a-perfect-collectible-for-the-math-obsessed/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/altdynamic/mobius-strip-a-single-sided-continuous-surface-rei) The AltDynamic 'Möbius Strip' is a high-quality mathematical sculpture that creates an artistically geometric aesthetic for design aficionados to appreciate. The sculptural device is machined from 6061 aluminum and features an anodized finish that gives it a satin-like aesthetic that has been achieved in several different shade options. The single-sided design of the sculpture was achieved using a five-axis CNC milling machine to ensure the complex curves were perfectly rendered. The AltDynamic 'Möbius Strip' comes as a striking collectible for design-savvy consumers and is something of a playful desktop piece that can be tinkered with between tasks. This has quickly become a popular segment of the market as toys for adults are welcomed into professional spaces as a way to destress and brainstorm. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 7% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mathematical Sculptures:** Design aficionados are appreciating high-quality mathematical sculptures that offer a geometric aesthetic. - **Desktop Toys for Professionals:** Toys for adults are becoming popular in professional spaces as a way to destress and brainstorm. - **Single-sided Design:** Complex curves are being perfectly rendered on single-sided sculptures using five-axis CNC milling machines. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Collectibles:** The market for mathematical sculptures is growing as a segment of the art collectibles industry. - **Office Supplies:** Desktop toys for professionals could be the next big thing in the office supplies industry. - **Machining:** Machining companies that can produce complex curves and geometric shapes using five-axis CNC milling machines could capitalize on the demand for mathematical sculptures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Möbius Strip-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbelius-coffee-table.md) - [Magnetic Wooden Sculpture Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-sculpture.md) - [Miniature Metal Fidget Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altdynamic-orbiform-mini.md) - [Optical Illusion Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmocoin-infinity.md) - [Solid Brass Workstation Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinetic-desk-toy.md) - [Mesmerizing Gyroscopic Desk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyro-spin-spectre.md) - [Elegant Desktop Brainteaser Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-tetra.md) - [Math-Driven Lighting Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alba-light.md) - [Metallic Super-Ellitpical Desk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altdynamic-superegg.md)