what would be the coolest is something like on some of the BIG stationary two cycle diesel gensets.
at low rpm, the turbo is driven off the crankshaft through a gearset, and the turbo has a "sprag" clutch. When RPM and load rise on the engine, the exhaust gases take over and spin the turbine shaft faster than the crank-drive spins it, the clutch freewheels.
hmmm instant boost and throttle responce of a crank driven supercharger, and the top end efficiency of a turbo.
at low rpm, the turbo is driven off the crankshaft through a gearset, and the turbo has a "sprag" clutch. When RPM and load rise on the engine, the exhaust gases take over and spin the turbine shaft faster than the crank-drive spins it, the clutch freewheels.
hmmm instant boost and throttle responce of a crank driven supercharger, and the top end efficiency of a turbo.