Vortech

Vortech, in its most common usage, typically refers to a brand name associated with high-performance automotive superchargers and related components. The company, Vortech Engineering, is well-known for producing centrifugal superchargers designed to increase the horsepower and torque of internal combustion engines. These superchargers work by using an impeller, driven by the engine, to compress incoming air and force it into the engine's cylinders, resulting in increased power output.

Beyond the specific brand, the term "Vortech" can sometimes be loosely used in automotive circles to generally describe centrifugal superchargers, even those manufactured by other companies. This is similar to how "Kleenex" is sometimes used to refer to all facial tissues.

However, it's important to note that "vortech" is not a formally recognized scientific or engineering term outside of its association with Vortech Engineering. In broader scientific contexts, the term "vortex" (plural: vortices) is used to describe a rotating mass of fluid or gas, such as a whirlpool or tornado. The name "Vortech" is likely derived from the concept of a vortex, alluding to the spinning impeller within the supercharger that generates the compressed air.