[TChris]

From the website:

The MDI con-rod system allows the piston to be held at Top Dead Centre for 70º of the cycle.

So, that means it spends nearly 3/4 of its time doing...nothing? ROFL!

The Articulated con-rod, exclusively patented by MDI.

This way, enough time is given to create the pressure in the cylinder. The torque is also better so the force exerted on the crankshaft is less substantial than in a classic system.

Torque is better, but the force exerted is less. What a hilarious con job! I'll bet there are guys giving this dude money too.

[ecomcon]

The cycle contains 360 degrees crankshaft rotation. 70 deg. is about 20% of the cycle. Power is made after top dead center. Increased dwell at tdc is good in this case because it provides more time for air to move and pressurize. Pressures rise much faster in a cumbustion engine. The torque curve is flatter and for this application is "better", while the maximum torque is not as high.

[from occupied ga]

The Articulated con-rod, exclusively patented by MDI.

It's a "con" rod alright.