SportsSeptember 4, 2026
dyno
DY-noh
Definition
A dynamometer, a facility or device used to measure the power, torque, and other performance characteristics of an engine under controlled conditions.
Etymology
This word is a clipped form of 'dynamometer,' derived from the Greek 'dynamis' meaning 'power' and 'metron' meaning 'measure.' It entered common mechanical slang in the 20th century.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the testing environment where Ferrari's experimental hot-engine concept must prove its reliability and performance before being validated on the actual race track.
Ferrari SF-27 engine strategy: why Maranello may keep its ‘hot engine’ concept
Read the full article ↗Scuderia Ferrari Fans