An internal combustion engine, at its core, is similar to a giant air pump. To produce power, it sucks in fresh air and fuel, compresses that mixture, and then explodes it, before expelling the burnt ...

There are certain engine technologies that seem to make a lot of sense, until you scratch beneath the surface just a little. Desmodromic valvetrains are one such technology. To be fair, this is more ...

If you’re a motorcycle geek, then you’re probably aware that Ducati engines all use something called “Desmo,” but you might not understand why they use it or what it even is. Thankfully, we’re here to ...

Ducati sent out invitations to motorcycle media about an unveiling on Oct. 15 for something cryptically called “DVT“. No other details were provided, though the likely assumption is Ducati’s version ...

Ducati may have now joined the Japanese manufacturers in building a twin-spar aluminium frame for its MotoGP prototype, but the factory's trademark Desmodromic valve system will not be sacrificed.

Most brands are trying to create a more sustainable environment with hydrogen and electric engines, but Ducati has chosen to focus on a different approach. The Italians are often remembered as ...

Ducati revved up manufacturing efficiencies on its unique high-revving Desmodromic engines by turning to automated laser tool monitoring. Renishaw NC4 laser tool checkers were installed on two Stama ...

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