Forced Induction Technologies in an IC Engine: A Review

Abstract

This study has been undertaken to show the performance enhancement of engines using different Forced induction technologies. Forced induction technology like turbocharging and supercharging can enhance the performance of an internal combustion engine by compressing inlet air charge, allowing full engine power to be produced efficiently. As the fuel economy and greenhouse emission standards are projected to be far more stringent globally, the use of a Forced induction engine in passenger cars and light-duty trucks has become an inevitable trend within the automotive industry. A turbocharger system can effectively improve the power and torque of an engine, but turbo hysteresis exists. A mechanical supercharging system can boost at low speed, but the efficiency is lower. An electric supercharger can effectively improve the intake air at the early stage of accelerated working conditions, however, an electric supercharger will consume the engine power. The addition of Forced induction technologies to an IC engine helps with the scope of downsizing it. This review brings forward all the aspects of Forced induction technologies