What type of compressors are used in cars? reciprocating type or scroll type or what else?

Question

I need to know the common type of compressors used in the automobiles.

are they reciprocating type or scroll type or centrifugal or rotary s***w or what else?

Please cite some reference if possible.

Answer 1

Cars could conceivable have all of these types of compressors. You didn't actually specify the application of the compressor. Supercharger/turbocharger applications will use a centrifugal or s***w type compressor to provide large volumes at low pressures. Scroll type compressor have also been used though it is far less common. An automotive compressor design to pump up the cars tires however will be a reciprocating type which excels at low volume high pressure applications. You will also get gear type compressors in hydraulic systems like power steering. Wiki has detailed descriptions and applications of all these compressors for further reading.

Answer 2

reciprocating type