1. Give an outline of the history of the supercharger.

Illustrate the basic layout of the

supercharger. (7+6)
2. Discuss the advantages of the supercharger. What is the faster throttle
response of a supercharger? Illustrate with a diagram. (6+6)

3. Differentiate between turbochargers and superchargers. (10)

4. 4. Draw out a comparison of exhaust system temperature of supercharged and
turbocharged diesel engines. Discuss the disadvantages of superchargers. (5+5)
5. 5. How many components of superchargers are there? What are they? List and
discuss the different types of superchargers. (1+2+7)
6. 6. Describe the basic operating principle of a supercharger. (5)
7. 7. How many phases are there in the operating principle of a semi-articulating
sliding vane supercharger? Discuss in detail. (1+9)
8. 8. Illustrate the characteristics of the vane type supercharger based on its
performance through graphs. (10)
9. 9. Discuss the sprintex screw supercharger and its operating principle in detail.
(10)
10. 10. Mention five supercharged brands and five supercharged car models.
Discuss centrifugal superchargers in brief. (5+5)

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