Abstract: A magnetotrictive peristaltic pump transfers a fluid from a supply chamber o a receiving chamber. The pump has a housing and a core section mounted within the housing. The core section is fabricated from a magnetostrictive material such as Terfenol-D, which can be made to expand directionally in the presence of a magnetic field. There is a fluid tight seal between the inner surface of the housing and the outer surface of the core section. Wrapped around the outer surface of the housing are a plurality of electrical coils. The positive terminal and the negative terminal of each coil are connected to a signal generator which generates direct current electrical signals to sequentially energize each coil. Energizing any one of the coils creates a magnetic field in the general area of the coil. In the presence of this magnetic field, the core section expands longitudinally resulting in lateral/radial shrinkage of the core section which creates a cavity in the general area of the magnetic field.

Abstract: A device positioned between the valve stem and cam rocker arm of an internal combustion engine having a lower valve spring retainer base and upper cap member with adjustment means associated therewith.

Abstract: A device of the type for the adjustment of the gap between the valve stem and rocker arm or cam shaft of an internal combustion engine having a lower valve spring retainer base and upper cap member with adjustment means associated therewith incorporating an improved valve stem receipt member and improved cap retention member.

Abstract: A device for the adjustment of the gap between the valve stem and rocker arm or cam shaft of an internal combustion engine having a lower valve spring retainer base and upper cap member with adjustment means associated therewith.