# Sun-Powered Propeller Toys The Metal Solar Helicopter Adds Movement to Your Desk By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-10-01 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-solar-helicopter References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/metal-solar-helicopter/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004XC8XUA/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The Metal Solar Helicopter adds movement and interest to your desk with its streamlined look and awesome spinning blade. The blade is actually a miniature [solar panel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soleil-mechanical-tkl) that starts moving when exposed to the sun. Completely sleek, shiny and silver, the mini helicopter makes for a [cool desktop accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style) that still looks sophisticated and mature and doesn't take up much space. Made in Germany, this accessory is great for the gadget-loving guy who never fully grew out of playing with toy helicopters and airplanes all day long. It adds just a hint of shine and nostalgia amongst your average boring office [desktop files and folders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deskterior). The Metal Solar Helicopter is a cool gadget that brightens up your desk and makes your day less boring. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solar-powered Desk Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new solar-powered desk accessories that add movement and interest to office spaces. - **Gadget Accessories for Professionals:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create sophisticated and sleek gadget accessories that blend functionality with a mature aesthetic for professionals. - **Nostalgic Desk Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design nostalgic desk decor items that evoke a sense of childhood playfulness and bring joy to the workplace. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Solar Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new applications of solar energy technology in consumer products and accessories. - **Office Supplies and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative office supplies and accessories that enhance productivity and create a more enjoyable work environment. - **Gadget Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in the manufacturing and development of high-quality, sophisticated gadget accessories for professionals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solid Brass Workstation Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinetic-desk-toy.md) - [Mechanical Kinetic Motion Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmoglobe.md) - [Rotating Solar-Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-solarpowered-bench-that-spins-ever-so-slowly.md) - [Rotating Solar Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eness-1.md) - [Solar-Powered Sleek Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris.md) - [DIY Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windbots.md) - [Solar Energy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jantzen-2.md) - [Stylish Mechanical Weather Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skymill.md) - [Kinetic Insect Sculpture Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragonfly-balance-light.md)