simonb 0 Posted May 27, 2007 Found this article and thought that this could raise some interesting thoughts... http://www.turbodyne.com/public/home/docum...A=News_20070314 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ahl 4 Posted May 27, 2007 That reads like a complete load of bollocks to me. Plus its written by themselves, on their own crappy website. One to avoid me thinks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simonb 0 Posted May 27, 2007 Yeah, there is a definant element of hype there, but it's an interesting idea. I think they are trying it out on busses in France at the moment or something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inferno 1 Posted May 27, 2007 so basicly stick a massive compresser in the boot to supply 'boost' instead of using a turbo?! no way lol, but the mobile airline would be usefull if you had a slow puncture! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rippthrough 98 Posted May 28, 2007 One of the big german firms is working on it, 'cause I did some prelim work to set the project off years back. It's using 48v in-car systems though. The blower is about twice the size of a similar style supercharger, and the alternator is beefy to say the least. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simonb 0 Posted May 29, 2007 Sounds like an interesting project to be involved in. I take it the batteries needed would be ridiculous and would only be capable of providing boost for short periods? The boost must be delivered in a controlled way i'd imagine as a supercharger/turbo works in relation to engine speeds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
