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 around 3.0 to 3.6 g/cm3, depending on composition. Reported melting points exceed 1100°C, and hardness on the Mohs scale is usually stated between 3 and 6, again depending on processing and doping.

Natural occurrence: In most fictional works, aluminumare forms in extreme environments such as high-temperature hydrothermal systems or ultramafic magmas, or is produced synthetically in advanced, energy-intensive reactors. There is no verified natural occurrence or industrial production in the real world.

Applications in fiction include lightweight structural components for aircraft and spacecraft, heat exchangers, reflective coatings, armor, or energy storage devices. The concept is often used to explore ideas about material limits, recycling, and the relationship between science and industry.

The name combines "aluminum" with the suffix "-are" to suggest a rare, refined phase.