armor plating

• Camada protetora de material rígido, geralmente metal ou cerâmica, aplicada a veículos, estruturas ou equipamentos para protegê-los contra projéteis, explosões ou impactos físicos.

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.

   blindagem

   • 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.

   Blindagem

   • 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.