Abstract: Axial fluid control valves having linear actuators are described herein. An example axial fluid control valve described herein includes a valve body defining a passageway between an inlet and an outlet. The example axial fluid valve includes a plug linkage assembly movable relative to the axial valve body and along a first axis substantially aligned with the passageway. The example axial fluid valve includes a linear actuator having a stem operatively coupled to the plug linkage assembly. The linear actuator is to move at least a portion of the plug linkage assembly along the first axis within the passageway to vary a flow of fluid through the passageway, wherein the stem of the linear actuator moves along a second axis different than the first axis.

Abstract: Reader Interfaced Text Orchestration constitutes a new and faster way of reading. The process uses a computer program to sequence a selected text and then flashes the words of the text on a display. The words appear and disappear very rapidly within a confined space, allowing the user to read the text quickly and with minimal need to move the eyes. The user can employ controls to speed the text up, slow the text down, and flash multiple words at a time. These and other customizable process elements allow the user to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of reading.