Turbochargers: Working Principle and Applications-(GRK)
Turbochargers: Working Principle and Applications 1. Introduction A turbocharger is a forced-induction device used in internal combustion engines to increase engine power and efficiency. It works by using waste exhaust gas energy to compress the intake air supplied to the engine. By supplying more air (oxygen) into the combustion chamber, more fuel can be burned, resulting in higher power output without increasing engine size . Turbochargers are widely used in automobiles, marine engines, aircraft engines, locomotives, and power plants . 2. Need for Turbocharging In naturally aspirated engines: Only atmospheric pressure fills the cylinder Power output is limited by air density Efficiency drops at high altitudes Turbocharging helps to: Increase engine power Improve fuel efficiency Reduce emissions Compensate for altitude losses Enable engine downsizing 3. Main Components of a Turbocharger 1. Turbine Located on the...
