stardustand
Stardustand is a hypothetical ultralight nanocrystalline material theorized to form in the outflows of massive stars and in the debris of supernovae. The name combines the concept of stardust with a suffix that suggests a tangible substance. In proposed models, stardustand grains are hierarchical, featuring a nanoscale core surrounded by multiple shells that alter their optical and mechanical properties.
The core may be composed of dense metallic or carbonaceous material, while mantles consist of silicate or
Formation theories posit condensation from metal-rich gas in stellar winds or supernova remnants, followed by coagulation
Applications are speculative, but in theoretical and fictional contexts, stardustand is proposed for lightweight shielding, energy