GEOFFREY MICHAEL CAMPBELL
Architects in Williamsport, PA
License number
Pennsylvania RA016155B
Category
Architects
Type
Registered Architect
Address
Address
Williamsport, PA 17701
Professional information
Method, Apparatus, And Computer Program Product For Providing A Graphical User Interface With A Linear Map Component
US Patent:
7076505, Jul 11, 2006
Filed:
Jul 11, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/193503
Inventors:
Geoffrey Michael Campbell - Williamsport PA, US
Assignee:
Metrobot LLC - Williamsport PA
International Classification:
G06F 17/00
US Classification:
7071041, 345764, 701207, 701200, 340990
Abstract:
The present invention comprises a method, apparatus, and computer program product for providing a graphical user interface (GUI) with a linear map component. A database that includes data representing transportation segments and point of interest (POI) features is employed. Once the desired location is determined, the data relating to it is extracted from the database and presented to the user in a GUI in which individual transportation segments along the predetermined route or projected path of travel are shown in a linear format. The linear formatted segments are oriented vertically in the map display or printout in order to easily accommodate the display of textual information and/or links associated with POIs along the path of travel. Further information is displayed pursuant to user selection of links or icons in the main GUI screen.