Sans Superellipse Dulod 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Plasma' by Corradine Fonts, 'Olney' by Philatype, 'RBNo3.1' by René Bieder, 'Celdum' and 'Metral' by The Northern Block, and 'Sica' by dooType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, ui, signage, logos, posters, tech, futuristic, industrial, utilitarian, clean, modernize, clarity, branding, interface, impact, rounded corners, squared-off, geometric, compact, modular.
A heavy, geometric sans built from squared forms softened by generous corner rounding. Curves resolve into superellipse-like rounded rectangles rather than true circles, giving counters a squarish, compact feel (notably in O, D, 0, and 8). Strokes maintain consistent thickness with minimal modulation, terminals are mostly straight-cut, and joints are crisp, producing a sturdy, engineered rhythm. The lowercase follows the same modular logic with simple, single-story forms and short, blocky extenders; punctuation and numerals read as monoline, sturdy shapes with wide, open apertures and tight internal spaces at text sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, short bursts of copy, and brand marks that benefit from a strong geometric voice. It can work effectively in UI labels, dashboards, and wayfinding where sturdy shapes and rounded corners help maintain clarity, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is modern and technical, with an assertive, machine-made confidence. Its rounded-square geometry suggests contemporary interfaces, instrumentation, and product branding where a friendly edge is desired without losing an industrial, no-nonsense presence.
The font appears designed to deliver a robust, contemporary sans with a distinctive rounded-rectangle construction. Its consistent stroke weight and modular shaping prioritize clarity, reproducibility, and a recognizable tech-forward silhouette across letters and numerals.
The design leans on rectilinear structure throughout—diagonals feel purposeful and slightly compressed, and bowls tend to look squared rather than fully round. The bold mass and compact counters favor larger sizes, where the softened corners and geometric consistency become most legible and characteristic.