Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate generally determining user interests and providing relevant information based on user interaction with 3D models. More specifically, a when a user interacts with a 3D model of an object, for example on a map or from a database of models, the user's view of the object along with the location of the interaction (or where the user clicked on the object) may be transmitted to a server. In response, based on the view and location of the click, the server identifies relevant content and transmits it to the user.

Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate generally to ranking geographic locations based on perceived user interest. More specifically, a database of three-dimensional models of buildings or other architectural features may be used to determine the level of user interest in a particular location and accordingly rank, for example, geographic locations or web or map search results with local intent. For example, various signals such as the number of models created by users for a particular location, the number of clicks or requests for the models of the particular location, the number of POIs contained within or associated with the models associated with the particular geographic location, number of categories associated with a model associated with the geographic location, number of embedded views or views of the models associated with the particular location on other web sites, and the age of the models associated with the particular geographic location.

Abstract: An infinitely variable high efficiency drive mechanism that can act as a transmission or as a coupling between a prime mover and the reducing gears of a standard or automatic transmission, replacing a clutch or torque converter as a means of power transmission. This mechanism includes a hydraulic pump with a self-contained valve that keeps high pressure oil flow to a minimal distance. It can regulate shaft output torque ratio from zero (neutral) to 1:1 in locked position with minimal efficiency losses.

Abstract: A transmission having an input differential and an output differential; each differential having a pair of coaxial shafts rotatable independently of each other and a rotatable member coupled to the shafts and rotatable relative thereto. Structure is provided to couple each shaft of one differential with a respective shaft of the other differential. The rotatable member of the first differential is adapted to be coupled to a power source and rotated thereby so that the rotation of such rotatable member is transferred to the rotatable member of the second differential through said structure. A speed control device can be coupled to one of the shafts of the first differential to control the speed of the shaft and thereby permit infinite variations between a zero speed (neutral) of the rotatable member of the second differential and a maximum speed.