Abstract: A computer system for generating contextual graphs, revolutionizing information visualization and comprehension is disclosed herein. This system combines a user-friendly graphical user interface, a computing device, and a force-profile to craft intuitive, interactive contextual graphs. Users input concepts or terms, transformed into nodes, and define relationships between them, realized as links. The force-profile may influence the positioning, size, and significance of nodes and links, offering an engaging visualization experience. The system may allow users to explore paths, fostering an understanding of complex associations. Furthermore, the system may identify gaps and anomalies in graphs, encouraging comprehensive data exploration. In short, the computer system and methodologies disclosed herein may empower users to communicate and convey thoughts through dynamic, interactive contextual graphs, transcending conventional information representation.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fluid flow control valve for regulating the flow of fluid, and a method for assembling the valve. The fluid flow control valve includes a housing having a generally spherical exterior portion sized to pivotally cooperate within a coupling oriented at an opening of a pressurized fluid duct. A control member is provided having a retaining member received within an outlet end of a central bore of the housing. The control member is provided with a knob for manual rotation. A closure member is threadably engaged within the housing or the control member and is fixed for axial translation relative to the other. The closure member is further adapted to sealingly engage with an inlet end of the housing central bore. Rotation of the control member provides axial displacement to the closure member for varying flow of fluid therethrough.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flame resistant LED construction. The flame resistant LED construction of this embodiment comprises a substrate, one or more LEDs that emits light mounted on the substrate, and an intumescent material adjacent to the LEDs. The positioning of the intumescent material is such that at least a portion of the light emitted from the LEDs is unobstructed. Moreover, a sufficient amount of the intumescent material is in proximity to the LEDs that a flame on the LEDs is extinguished by the expansion of the intumescent material. The present invention also provides an LED construction in which a sufficient amount of the intumescent material is in proximity to the LEDs such that a temperature greater than or equal to about 250° F. causes the intumescent material to expand and form an insulating char which at least partially encompasses the one or more LEDs. Also provide by the invention is a method for making the LED construction of the invention.