Robert Joseph Kamphausen, Jr

Title: Robert Joseph Kamphausen, Jr.: Inventor of a Scrolling Interface Control

Introduction

Robert Joseph Kamphausen, Jr. is an inventor associated with Hoboken, New Jersey. His patent work addresses a practical challenge in digital interface design: making it easier to move through sequential panels of graphical content.

Latest Patents

Kamphausen is credited with 1 patent, titled “Scrolling Interface Control for Computer Display.” The invention describes methods and apparatus for controlling the scrolling of graphical content arranged in a sequence of panels in response to user input.

The method senses the direction and length of continuous cursor movement along an axis, then advances the displayed content according to that movement. It can use a touchscreen or touchpad, with cursor location determined from a one-finger touch. By enabling users to navigate with fewer taps and smaller movements, the approach is intended to reduce hand and finger fatigue.

Career Highlights

Kamphausen is associated with Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. His patented work reflects an interest in improving how people interact with computer displays, particularly when navigating panel-based content.

Collaborations

Prem V. Tandon is identified as Kamphausen’s coworker. The available information does not specify whether Tandon collaborated on the patent.

Conclusion

Robert Joseph Kamphausen, Jr.’s patent focuses on making sequential graphical content easier to navigate through continuous, low-effort input.