karburatturi

The term "karburatturi" is the Maltese word for carburetors. A carburetor is a device that supplies a combustible fuel-air mixture to an internal combustion engine. In simpler terms, it mixes air and gasoline in the correct proportions for combustion. Carburetors were a standard component in gasoline-powered engines for many decades, found in automobiles, motorcycles, lawnmowers, and many other applications.

The basic principle of a carburetor involves the Venturi effect. As air is drawn into the engine through the carburetor, it passes through a narrowed section called a venturi. This constriction causes the air speed to increase and its pressure to decrease. This low-pressure area then draws fuel from a fuel bowl or reservoir through a jet. The fuel is atomized, meaning it breaks into fine droplets, and mixes with the incoming air. The resulting fuel-air mixture then travels into the engine's cylinders.

Different types of carburetors exist, varying in complexity and the number of barrels (the internal passages through which the air flows). Simpler carburetors might have a single barrel, while more complex ones can have two, four, or even more, each serving different engine load conditions. Adjustments to the carburetor, such as idle speed and air-fuel mixture, were crucial for optimal engine performance and efficiency.

With the advent of electronic fuel injection (EFI) systems, carburetors have become largely obsolete in modern automotive applications. EFI systems offer more precise control over the fuel-air mixture, leading to better fuel economy, lower emissions, and improved engine performance. However, carburetors remain relevant in older vehicles, small engines, and some specialized racing applications.