{
  "id": 10713612,
  "title": "Niklas Roy Constructs a Functional Pendulum Clock Made Entirely of Trash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/niklas-roy-constructs-a-functional-pendulum-clock-made-entirely-of",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-29T15:01:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Colossal",
    "slug": "colossal",
    "url": "https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/09/niklas-roy-glashutte-trash-clock-mechanical-sculpture/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Berlin-based artist Niklas Roy has created a functional pendulum clock entirely constructed from trash. The Berlin-based inventor, known for his thought-provoking art that merges creativity with science and technology, named his latest piece \"Glashütte Trash Clock.\" The project draws inspiration from the town in Saxony, Germany, renowned for its centuries-old watchmaking industry. Roy wanted to create the opposite of precision and craftsmanship associated with this town.\n\nConstructed from items ranging from tape, zip ties, hot glue, cardboard, a yardstick, and plastic pieces to other random objects, the clock runs for about half an hour. It includes a paperclip escapement, a glass bottle gong, and a \"random complication\" mechanism. The escapement is a tiny mechanism that releases a gear as it moves, advancing the hands of the clock. The gong is the acoustic instrument, usually struck hourly, but sometimes on the half-hour. The random complication, however, has nothing to do with traditional clocks. Instead, it brings an existential element into play, creating a playful tension and a sense of wonder.\n\nThe clock serves as a reminder of how time perception can be steady, predictable, and methodical. Roy's playful approach invites viewers to think about time critically and get involved in the mechanics of telling time.",
  "summary": "The Berlin-based artist and inventor is fascinated by the convergence of art, science, and technology. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Niklas Roy Constructs a Functional Pendulum Clock Made Entirely of Trash appeared first on Colossal .",
  "key_points": [
    "Berlin artist Niklas Roy creates functional trash clock named Glashütte Trash Clock",
    "Clock runs for about half an hour using tape, zip ties, hot glue, cardboard, and plastic",
    "Clock serves as reminder of time perception's steadiness and prompts critical thinking"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}