A turbocharger is an important device that helps piston engines produce more power. In a typical engine without forced induction, air enters the cylinder when the piston moves down, creating lower pressure. However, this process limits how much power the engine can generate because it depends on the amount of air drawn in. A turbocharger changes this by capturing waste energy from the engine’s exhaust. It uses this energy to turn a turbine, which then drives a compressor. This compressor pulls in outside air, compresses it, and sends it into the engine. As a result, more air and fuel enter the cylinders during each intake stroke. This combination makes a turbocharged engine more powerful and efficient compared to naturally aspirated engines.
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