WorksheetsTurbo vs Super...... Chargers
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 25mins
How are superchargers driven?
Engine Belt
Driveshaft
Drive Gear
Exhaust
Which one is NOT a supercharger type?
Roots
Twin Screw
Centrifugal
Compound
Turbochargers are driven by?
Exhaust Gas
Intak Pressure
Engine Belt
Battery
An intercooler increases air________
Density
Pressure
Volume
Heat
A single turbocharger has how many exhaust gas inlets?
1
2
3
4
Twin scroll turbochargers have how many exhaust gas inlets?
1
2
3
4
Which one of the following has an immediate boost response?
Twin Scroll Turbo
Single Turbo
Superchargers
Compound Turbochargers
Which power adder is more efficient?
Turbochargers
Superchargers
This power adder offers an exponential power band.
Turbocharger
Supercharger
This power adder offers a linear power band.
Supercharger
Turbocharger
Describe Turbo Lag
What is the basic function of both superchargers and turbos?
To deliver more air to an engine’s internal combustion process
To reduce the engine's temperature
To increase the engine's oil pressure
To decrease the engine's fuel consumption
Where does the supercharger sit in an engine?
Inside the fuel tank
Below the crankshaft
Atop the intake manifold
Next to the exhaust manifold
What are the long fins or ridges on the rotor shaft of a supercharger called?
Lobes
Blades
Wings
Fins
What supplies power to the supercharger from the crankshaft?
Drive belt
Oil line
Exhaust pipe
Fuel pump
Which type of supercharger saw its first automobile application in 1900?
Twin screw
Centrifugal
Roots
Single turbo
What is a key characteristic of centrifugal superchargers?
They are the least expensive type
They have simple rotor designs
They produce an exponential power curve
They are powered by exhaust gas
What drives a turbocharger?
Mechanical energy from the crankshaft
Electricity
Heat energy from engine exhaust
Hydraulic pressure
What is 'turbo lag'?
The time it takes for fuel to reach the engine
The period when the engine is off
The time it takes for a supercharger to start
The delay before a turbo produces usable boost
Which type of supercharger is known for having 'positive displacement'?
Centrifugal
Roots and twin screw
Single turbo
Twin scroll turbo
Which of the following is a benefit of superchargers over turbos?
They are powered by exhaust gas
They require more peripheral parts
They have more turbo lag
They are usually easier to tune and maintain
Wastegated
Fixed Geometry
VGT
Turbine Side Housing
Compressor Side Housing
Tech A says: The inlet of the compressor side of a turbo is the volute. Tech B says: The inlet of the turbine side of a turbo is the volute. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
A/R ratio corresponds to what when describing a turbo?
Area and Radius
Acceleration and Resistance
Air and Resistance
Air and Reaction
Maxx Force Engines have ______ Turbochargers
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Electric Powered
Twin
Belt Driven
Maxx Force Engines have ______ Turbochargers
Twin
Reverse Impeller
Sequential
Single
Reverse Volute
Split
Volute
Twin
Series/Sequential
Hot Side
Cool Side
–VGTs and variable vane turbochargers are capable of changing boost pressure independent of engine speed and load.
True
False
Two different sized turbochargers are arranged with the compressor outlet of the first turbocharger feeding the inlet second
Series/Sequential
Alternating
Parallel
Split Volute
Eco Boost
Tech A says: It’s important to replace a turbocharger with the same A/R ratio. Tech B says: Turbos lower exhaust temperatures and noise. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Compressor
______ endplay can be measured with a dial indicator
Axial
Compression
Angular
Tangential
Compound
To measure a turbo housing clearance.. What measuring device do you need?
Ruler
Dial Indicator
Digital Caliper
Inclinometer
Feeler Gauge
Tech A says: Ball bearings cannot be used on turbine shafts in turbochargers because of the intense heat. Tech B says: Oil is not needed to lubricate turbine shafts inside of turbochargers because they use ball bearings. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Tech A says: Wastegates can be actuated by vacuum from the intake. Tech B says: Wastegates can be actuated by pressure from the compressor side of the turbo. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Impeller
Wastegate Actuator
Volute
VGT Actuator
Propeller
