Magokon
Magokon is a term used in speculative physics and in various fiction contexts to denote a hypothetical material with tightly coupled magnetic and optical properties. In theoretical discussions, magokon is often described as a metamaterial or crystalline phase whose magnetic permeability and dielectric permittivity can be engineered at optical frequencies, enabling unusual light-matter interactions such as tunable birefringence, nonreciprocal transmission, or controlled refraction via an external magnetic field.
Key characteristics attributed to magokon include a strong magneto-optical response, a programmable refractive index, and robustness
Origin and usage: There is no confirmed natural occurrence of magokon in the real world. The term
Applications and purposes: In fiction, magokon devices might serve as light valves, cloaking elements, or energy-efficient
Related topics include metamaterials, magneto-optical effects, negative-index materials, and programmable matter.