Twin-screw and roots-style superchargers are very similar in design and are both belt-driven, meaning that they don't rely on ...

The ones used in drag racing typically derive their design from the 6-71 blower first used on GMC diesel engines. Roots blowers are named after inventors Philander and Francis Roots, and have ...

This design allows for more efficient air compression compared to the Roots supercharger, especially at high rpms. They also tend to deliver far more consistent boost pressures over a wide range ...