ruggedize

/ˈrʌɡɪdaɪz/
verb
  1. To make equipment or a device stronger and more resistant to harsh conditions, such as extreme temperatures, shocks, or moisture.
    • The factory ruggedizes its cameras for use in arctic research.
    • They ruggedized the tablet by adding a rubber case and a reinforced screen.
    • We need to ruggedize the sensor so it can survive in a volcano.
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