Definition
calorize
verb
- to coat or treat (a metal, especially steel) with a layer of aluminum or aluminum alloy to improve corrosion resistance and heat resistance
Usage: technical; metallurgy
Examples
- The engineers decided to calorize the steel components to extend their lifespan in high-temperature environments.
- Calorizing the turbine blades improved their resistance to oxidation.
- The factory uses a specialized process to calorize metal parts before assembly.
- Steel pipes are often calorized to prevent rust in coastal applications.