aluminumare
Aluminumare is a fictional mineral and material used in speculative fiction and theoretical metallurgy to designate an aluminum-rich phase with unusual properties. Descriptions vary, but aluminumare is commonly imagined as a metallic compound whose primary element is aluminum, with variable amounts of magnesium, silicon, and trace elements that modify its crystal structure and heat tolerance.
Physical properties in depictions include a bright silvery to pale gold luster, good ductility, and a density
Natural occurrence: In most fictional works, aluminumare forms in extreme environments such as high-temperature hydrothermal systems
Applications in fiction include lightweight structural components for aircraft and spacecraft, heat exchangers, reflective coatings, armor,
The name combines "aluminum" with the suffix "-are" to suggest a rare, refined phase.