armor plating

• Revêtement protecteur en matériau dur, généralement du métal ou de la céramique, appliqué sur des véhicules, des structures ou des équipements pour les protéger contre les projectiles, les explosions ou les chocs physiques.

A protective layer of hard material, typically metal or ceramic, applied to vehicles, structures, or equipment to defend against projectiles, explosions, or physical impact.

1. Protective metal coveringB2formal

   A layer of strong metal or composite material applied to vehicles, ships, or structures to protect against attacks or impacts.

   blindage

   • The tank's armor plating was designed to withstand heavy artillery fire.
   • Engineers added extra armor plating to the military vehicle.
   • The ship's hull was reinforced with steel armor plating.

2. Protective layer on equipmentB2formal

   A hard, protective outer layer used on industrial or personal equipment to prevent damage.

   blindage

   • The robot's armor plating protected its internal circuits from debris.
   • The safe had thick armor plating to prevent drilling.
   • The diving suit included armor plating for deep-sea exploration.