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intercooler
An air-to-air heat exchanger installed between a turbosupercharger and the carburetor. Intercoolers decrease the temperature of compressed air to prevent detonation.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Aviation
- Category: Aircraft maintenance; Powerplant
- Company: FAA
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