What is Turbocharging?
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Turbocharging is a type of air compressor that increases the intake air volume by compressing air. It utilizes the inertial force of exhaust gases expelled by the engine to drive a turbine in the turbine chamber, which in turn drives a coaxial impeller. The impeller then pressurizes the air delivered through the air filter pipeline, forcing it into the cylinders. The maintenance methods for turbocharging include: 1. Avoid abruptly pressing the accelerator pedal after starting the car engine; 2. Do not immediately shut off the engine after prolonged high-speed operation; 3. Choose the appropriate engine oil; 4. Regularly clean the engine oil and filter; 5. Clean the air filter on time; 6. Periodically inspect the sealing rings of the turbocharger; 7. Regularly clean the air filter; 8. Periodically check the lubricating oil pipes and their connections.
A turbocharger is essentially like installing a windmill booster for the engine. It uses exhaust gases from the engine to spin a turbine wheel, which then drives the compressor wheel on the other side to force more air into the cylinders. More air allows fuel to burn more vigorously, generating greater power. I've observed that turbocharged engines can deliver about 30% more power than naturally aspirated engines of the same displacement. However, there's some turbo lag - you press the accelerator and wait about half a second before the power kicks in. Modern cars mostly use electronically controlled turbos now, which respond much faster than old mechanical ones. In daily driving, turbocharged (T) cars might feel slightly sluggish at startup, but they're fantastic for highway overtaking and can even save some fuel.
