How Many Types of Automotive Turbochargers Are There?

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Types of automotive turbochargers: 1. Mechanical Supercharging System: This device is installed on the engine and connected to the engine crankshaft via a belt. It derives power from the engine output shaft to drive the supercharger's rotor, thereby pressurizing air and blowing it into the intake manifold. 2. Pressure Wave Supercharging System: Utilizes the pulse pressure waves of high-pressure exhaust gases to force air compression. This system offers excellent supercharging performance and acceleration but is relatively bulky. 3. Exhaust Gas Turbocharging System: This is the most common turbocharging device, where the turbocharger has no mechanical connection to the engine. It essentially functions as an air compressor, increasing air intake by compressing air. 4. Compound Supercharging System: Combines exhaust gas turbocharging and mechanical supercharging. Mechanical supercharging aids torque output at low speeds but has limited power output at high speeds, whereas exhaust gas turbocharging delivers strong power output at high speeds but lacks effectiveness at low speeds.