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Turbo/Supercharger

Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-028895

A means of increasing engine power output via precompression of intake air. Superchargers typically use a mechanical means to increase air density, whereas a turbocharger uses waste exhaust energy. Engines may incorporate multiple and or both super and turbochargers.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-ENV-028895
FieldEnvironment
SubjectSustainability and green living
ReferencesGreen Vehicle Guide Glossary
Record as JSON 
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  "term": "Turbo/Supercharger",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A means of increasing engine power output via precompression of intake air. Superchargers typically use a mechanical means to increase air density, whereas a turbocharger uses waste exhaust energy. Engines may incorporate multiple and or both super and turbochargers.",
  "subject": "Sustainability and green living",
  "references": [
    "Green Vehicle Guide Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/turbo-supercharger/"
}

Record 28,895 of 30,736 in Environment terminology (MLC-0121). Request the full dataset.