Boeing Launches Disruptive Computing and Networks Unit

Boeing has announced a new Disruptive Computing and Networks (DC&N) organization to develop computing and communications solutions for advanced commercial and government aerospace applications.

By leveraging core technologies in quantum communications and computing, neuromorphic processing and advanced sensing, the new organization will enable Boeing to develop breakthrough solutions in secure communications, artificial intelligence and complex system optimization.

In addition to building internal capabilities, DC&N will also work closely with Boeing HorizonX, the company's innovation cell, to identify external partners for collaboration to accelerate growth.

Greg Hyslop, Boeing's chief technology officer and senior vice president of Engineering, Test & Technology: "Advanced computing and communications technologies are increasingly at the core of all aerospace innovation.

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"We're excited to stand up the Disruptive Computing and Networks organization because it will help us develop new businesses and partnerships in this rapidly-expanding field, delivering more value to our customers and helping further define our second century of aerospace leadership"

DC&N will be based in Southern California and operate as a part of Boeing Engineering, Test & Technology.

Charles Toups, formerly the vice president and general manager of Boeing Research & Technology (BR&T), will lead the organization as vice president and general manager.

Naveed Hussain will serve as the new leader of BR&T, the company's advanced central research and development organization.

BR&T is comprised of nearly 4,000 engineers, scientists, technicians and technologists who create and collaborate with research and development partners around the world to provide innovative systems and solutions to the aerospace industry's toughest challenges. Hussain will have oversight of five facilities in the U.S. and six international research centers.

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