How many types of superchargers are there?

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There are three types of superchargers: centrifugal superchargers, Roots-type superchargers, and screw-type superchargers. Centrifugal superchargers are very similar to turbochargers in terms of their working principle, except that this method does not use the exhaust gas generated by the engine to drive it. Instead, it uses the engine's belt to provide power. The supercharging principle is the same as that of a turbocharger, where air is drawn in and pressurized by centrifugal force to achieve the purpose of compressing air. Roots-type superchargers are generally installed on some American muscle cars. They draw air into the supercharger, where two spiral-shaped blades compress the air and then send it to the intake manifold. This type of supercharger used in cars can provide powerful performance.