# Kinetic Clocks Single-Armed 'Continue Time' Clock by Sander Mulder By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-07-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sander-mulder-continue-time References: [yatzer](http://www.yatzer.com/1800_continue_time_by_sander_mulder) & [sandermulder](http://www.sandermulder.com/secured/en.html) The Continue Time clock by Sander Mulder is an astounding piece of [kinetic art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg). You have to view the video to fully understand how this timepiece works, and even then the clock will have you spellbound. Traditional hands have been replaced by a [single jointed arm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock). Each junction serves as a pointer indicating the hour, minute and second. It would take some getting used to, but I’m sure over ‘time’ it would be a snap. The clock is made from [aluminum and brass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edition-003-clock) and is limited to 20 pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Kinetic Art:** This trend focuses on the creation of visually captivating and interactive art pieces like the Continue Time clock, offering opportunities to disrupt the traditional concept of timekeeping. - **Single-jointed Mechanisms:** This trend explores the use of single-jointed arms in various mechanical devices, presenting opportunities for disruptive innovation in industries such as robotics and prosthetics. - **Limitation of Editions:** This trend involves the production of limited-edition items like the Continue Time clock, providing opportunities to disrupt the collectibles and luxury goods industries. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** The art industry can capitalize on the trend of kinetic art by incorporating dynamic and interactive elements into traditional artworks, expanding the boundaries of artistic expression. - **Robotics:** The robotics industry can explore the use of single-jointed mechanisms in the development of more flexible and agile robots, allowing for disruptive advancements in automation and movement. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can leverage the trend of limited-edition products to create exclusive and highly coveted items, offering unique experiences to affluent consumers and driving brand loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flowing Light Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crydal-scroll-clock.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Orbital Timepiece Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Kinetic Art Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg.md)