heat-treat
verb (used with object)
to subject (a metal or alloy) to controlled heating and cooling to improve hardness or other properties.
heat treatment
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a word derived from
heat-treat.
Example Sentences
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Now, cheesemakers use pasteurization, a mild heat treatment that destroys any pathogens present in the raw milk.
From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2024
The Hokkaido researchers have previously investigated methods for recovering phosphorus and other elements, including calcium, magnesium and iron by heat treatment of sewage sludge.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 26, 2024
Of all the work Schuermann did on the guitar — including steam and heat treatment of the bridge and adding a removable shim for stability — the neck reset was the biggest undertaking.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2024
In their findings, published in 1987, Dr Kernoff and Dr Machin concluded heat treatment had "little or no effect" in reducing the risk of of hepatitis C.
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2024
Attempts to produce gear hobs free of the imperfections and distortions introduced by heat treatment led to another return to the use of the master lead screw.
From Screw-Thread Cutting by the Master-Screw Method since 1480 by Edwin A. Battison
