THE OLOID
Geometric complexity creates a perfect piece of art.
Discovered by Paul Schatz in 1929, the Oloid defies conventional motion as the only non-convex polyhedron capable of rolling smoothly across any flat surface. Its center of mass traces a complex, predetermined path rather than following a simple straight line.
An eye-catching sculpture
The Oloid doesn't just sit on your desk—it performs. This isn't a static sculpture; it's a kinetic conversation piece where sharp geometry explodes into a fluid, mesmerizing dance. Watch as its impossible roll captivates everyone in the room, turning abstract mathematics into pure visual theater.
Hold the paradox in your hands. Feel the cool weight of precision craftsmanship as you set its motion in action. This is where art collides with physics, creating a tactile experience that challenges perception and sparks curiosity with every hypnotic revolution.
What is so special about the Oloid?
• Engineered Meandering Motion: Executes a precise, non-linear path no other shape can replicate
• Complete Surface Engagement: Every point makes contact with the rolling surface during its cycle
• Mathematical Purity: Surface area equals that of a sphere with an identical radius
• Proven Functional Design: Currently used in industrial mixing, water treatment, and biotechnology
“If the distance of two centers of disk is equal to the radius, then the convex hull produces another figure that rolls smoothly and is known as the oloid. ”
