Abstract: A computer-implemented method for storage of digital information data via at least one processing unit (110) operatively coupled to at least one database is proposed. In at least one embodiment, the method comprises: providing at least one portion of the digital information data; performing at least one syntactic and/or semantic search in the at least one database based upon the portion of the digital information data; providing one or more meta-data strings in response to the at least one syntactic and/or semantic search; receiving at least one relevant meta-data string; and storing the portion of digital information data and the at least one relevant meta-data string. In at least one embodiment, the at least one relevant meta-data string is usable for a future syntactic and/or semantic search.

Abstract: A device connected to a valve stem for controlling a valve of an internal combustion engine. The device includes a cam having a first peripheral contour and a disk having a second peripheral contour smaller than the first peripheral contour. A first rocker arm is pivotable on an axle mounted bearing based on the second peripheral contour of the disk. A compensation device is positioned between the first rocker arm and the valve stem for maintaining contact therebetween. A second rocker arm is pivotable on the bearing based on the first peripheral contour of the cam. A drive selectively couples the second rocker arm to the valve stem. The drive includes a radially displaceable spherical driver disposed within the first rocker arm. A locking slide includes an engagement surface which radially displaces the spherical drive into a spherical depression on the second rocker arm so that the valve operates based on the first peripheral contour of the cam.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling the engagement between a cam and a push rod in an internal combustion engine for affecting operation of a valve. The apparatus includes an outer tappet engaging the cam. A central tappet is connected to the push rod and supported within the outer tappet. A tappet coupling member is disposed between the outer tappet and the central tappet. A locking element is slidable between an unlocked position where the outer tappet moves freely with respect to the central tappet and a locked position, where the outer tappet is locked to the central tappet for moving the push rod to open the valve.