Turbocharger

A turbocharger uses hot exhaust gases to spin a turbine which is attached to a compressor which then pressurizes the intake manifold to get more air/fuel mixture into the cylinders every time an intake valve opens.

See also:

• compressor
• compressor map
• exhaust housing
• turbine
• wheel?
• http://www.turbobygarrett.com/turbobygarrett/tech_center/turbo_tech101.html