Cummins Inc.
Multi-turbocharger connection with heat exchanger

Abstract:

Systems, methods and apparatus for connection of a multi-stage turbocharger to a heat exchanger are disclosed. The multi-stage turbocharger includes at least first and second compressors with respective first and second outlets. An air intake system is provided that connects each of the first and second compressor outlets to a common inlet of a heat exchanger. The air intake system includes a flow transition segment connected to the first and second compressor outlets, a diffuser segment, and a flow delivery segment connected to the inlet of the heat exchanger.