# Rocket-Inspired Writing Utensils The 'Nominal' Rollerball Pen is Inspired by the SpaceX Rocket By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-09-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollerball-pen References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/09/14/spacex-rocket-inspired-pen-stands-on-your-desk-like-a-mini-replica-of-the-falcon-9-rocket/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mercatorlondon/nominal-rollerball-pen-inspired-by-spacex-rocket?ref=Fundedtoday&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=yde.fnd.to) The 'Nominal' rollerball pen has been designed by Mercator London as a writing utensil inspired by the SpaceX rocket that will provide users with a minimalist way to incorporate a touch of space exploration into their lifestyle. The pen has a design that calls to mind the Falcon 9 Rocket, which is further supported by a series of four retracting legs that can be operated by simply twisting the main body section. A Schmidt P950M pressurized refill is held within the pen to allow for zero-gravity writing, but can also be refilled with a standard cartridge if desired. The 'Nominal' rollerball pen is made up of 34 individualized components that are mostly CNC-machined using 316L stainless steel as well as aircraft-grade aluminum. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Space-inspired Writing Utensils:** Incorporating space exploration aesthetics into writing utensils offers a unique selling point for consumers. - **Minimalist Design:** Simplifying the design of everyday products like pens can create a sleek and modern aesthetic. - **Zero-gravity Writing:** Developing pens that can write in zero-gravity environments opens up opportunities in aerospace and space industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Stationery:** Incorporating space-inspired designs in writing utensils can attract space enthusiasts and sci-fi fans. - **Product Design:** Exploring minimalist and futuristic designs in various consumer products, including pens, can differentiate brands from competitors. - **Aerospace:** Designing pens suitable for zero-gravity writing can provide an innovative solution for astronauts and space missions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular EDC Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocketink-titanium-pocket-pen.md) - [Suspended Writing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverpen.md) - [Space-Inspired Hovering Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitating-pen-30.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Ceremonious Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aestus-signature-pen.md) - [Minimal Titanium Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-ballpoint.md) - [Ultra-Premium Ballpoint Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starwalker-blackcosmos.md) - [Floating Futuristic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitating-pen.md) - [Minimalist Floating Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulse-pen.md)