Illatum
Illatum is a fictional material commonly referenced in science fiction and speculative design. In many in-universe descriptions, illatum is a dense, metallic substance with extraordinary electrical conductivity and notable magnetic properties. It is frequently portrayed as highly adaptable, able to form stable alloys and advanced composites used in futuristic technologies.
Properties attributed to illatum vary by work, but common elements include near-superconductive behavior under certain conditions,
Etymology and history of the term are likewise fictional. The name illatum was popularized by late 21st-
Occurrence and production in fictional settings place illatum in trace deposits on certain asteroids or in
Uses and cultural impact center on illatum as a plot device for advanced energy storage, quantum components,