noun
- the process of making equipment or devices able to withstand harsh environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, moisture, shock, or vibration
Usage: technical; engineering
Examples
- The military laptop underwent ruggedization to survive desert conditions.
- Ruggedization of the smartphone included waterproofing and shock-resistant casing.
- The company specializes in ruggedization of electronic equipment for industrial use.
- Proper ruggedization ensures the device will function in extreme weather.
- The ruggedization process added significant weight to the tablet.
- Engineers focused on ruggedization to meet military specifications.