# Planetary Timepieces The Orbit Clock Changes Shape Each Minute By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-clock References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/sander_mulders_orbit_clock_15977.asp) & [davekeune](http://www.davekeune.com/doc/orbit.html) Lately I've been coming across quite a few [geek chic products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock) and now I have another one to add to the growing collection: the Orbit Clock. Not over-the-moon nerdy, but with some nifty scientific flair nevertheless, it's a clock to be loved and appreciated by everyone. Designed by Sander Mulder, the [Orbit Clock actually orbits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-flying-hours) into a different shape with each new minute. Made out of [aluminum with an anodic treatment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moov-and-coo), the Orbit Clock will fit into any futuristic home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geek Chic Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique and stylish products that appeal to the growing market of geek chic enthusiasts. - **Scientific Flair:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate scientific elements into everyday objects to create eye-catching and educational designs. - **Futuristic Home Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative, futuristic accessories for homes that add a touch of modernity and intrigue. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Product Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine functionality, style, and unexpected features to create captivating products that stand out in the market. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and design concepts to create unique and futuristic home decor items. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate science and technology into consumer electronic products to create visually appealing and interactive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celestially Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-desk-clock.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Moon-Inspired Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-trip-clock.md) - [Floating Marble Cosmic Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobius-calendar-clock.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Venn Diagram Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetlag-clock.md)