conformado

Conformado is a term used in Spanish and Portuguese to describe a material or part that has been shaped by forming processes. In metallurgy and materials science, a conformado refers to a workpiece that has undergone plastic deformation to achieve its final geometry. The term also denotes the forming process itself, known as conformação in Portuguese or conformación in Spanish.

In manufacturing, forming processes include forging, rolling, extrusion, drawing, stamping, bending, and pressing. These processes may be performed hot or cold, and the chosen method influences the part’s microstructure, mechanical properties, tolerances, and surface finish. Forming differs from machining in that material removal is minimized or avoided; the workpiece is deformed to the desired shape.

As an adjective, conformado also means "formed" or "shaped" and can be used to describe parts, products, or components that have been produced through forming operations. In broader contexts, the term can imply compliance or adherence to norms or standards when used figuratively, as in a person who is conformado to expectations.

In related scientific fields, the term conformation (conformation) describes the spatial arrangement of atoms in molecules or the arrangement of structures in biology. In Portuguese and Spanish, related terms such as conformación and conformação are used to discuss these arrangements across disciplines.

See also: conformación, conformação mecânica, conformación molecular.