ruggedize

Thân thiện

The company ruggedized the new tablet for outdoor use.

Definition

1. Verb (transitive):
   • To make (an object, device, or system) more durable and able to withstand harsh conditions, such as physical shock, extreme temperatures, moisture, or vibration. It involves reinforcing the design or construction.

Usage

The verb "ruggedize" is used to describe the action of modifying a standard product to enhance its toughness for demanding environments. It is often used in engineering, manufacturing, and technology contexts.

Examples

• Verb:
  • The company decided to ruggedize its tablets for use on construction sites.
  • This model has been ruggedized to meet military specifications for durability.
  • Engineers ruggedized the external hard drive by sealing it against dust and water.

Advanced Usage

• "ruggedized" (adjective, past participle): Describes an item that has been made rugged.
  • We purchased ruggedized laptops for our field researchers.
• The concept often implies a trade-off, where ruggedizing a device might make it slightly heavier or more expensive than its standard counterpart.

Variants and Related Words

• Ruggedization (noun): The process or act of making something rugged.
  • The ruggedization of the smartphone involved adding a reinforced casing.
• Rugged (adjective): Strongly built or constituted; sturdy. This is the base adjective from which "ruggedize" is derived.
  • The vehicle has a rugged design suitable for off-road driving.

Synonyms

• Harden
• Fortify
• Reinforce
• Toughen

Antonyms

• Delicate (make delicate)
• Weaken

Học thuật

Verb

1. produce in a version designed to withstand rough usage
   • Detroit ruggedized the family car

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