hy·dro·form·ing (h  dr -fôr m ng)n. A process in which naphthas are converted to high-octane aromatics in the presence of hydrogen and a catalyst under pressure and heat. hy dro·former n. |
hydroforming [ˈhaɪdrəʊˌfɔːmɪŋ]
n Chem
1. (Chemistry) the catalytic reforming of petroleum to increase the proportion of aromatic and branched-chain hydrocarbons
2. (Engineering / General Engineering) Engineering a forming process in which a metal component is shaped by a metal punch forced against a die, consisting of a flexible bag containing a fluid
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