2006-10-27 07:16:30 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
A turbocharger is a device that takes power form the exhaust stream gasses coming out of the engine (usually a turbine that spins in the gas stream), and uses that power to force more combustable fuel and air into the engine's pistons than would normally enter at plain ambient inflow pressure. Turbochargers were used extensively in fighter aircraft engines, during the latter part of World War Two. (the P51 mustang made particularly good use of turbochargers). Turbochargers are often used in cars too.
Dan.
2006-10-27 07:23:41 · answer #1 · answered by Dan S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turbines. Essentially pumps or compressors. They use the exhaust gas heat and pressure to pump in air for combustion better than a regular engine can "breathe" on its own.
2006-11-03 15:22:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have them on my car - they kick in and brrrooom you get a sudden boost!!
They make a really nice sound too!!
Technically - I havent a clue how they work!
2006-10-27 14:26:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
pumps
2006-10-27 14:30:00 · answer #4 · answered by Espacer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋