A Historical Journey from MSC Software to Hexagon D&E and an Enduring Legacy of Innovative Contributions to Digital Engineering
Abstract
From the beginnings of digital engineering with MacNeal-Schwendler Corporation to the present day, Hexagon Design & Engineering Division has quietly shaped the backbone of aerospace innovation. Through a unique combination of deep technical pillars, best-in-class simulation technology, and a spirit of continuous innovation, Hexagon Design and Engineering stands as the trusted partner for the world’s most challenging engineering problems and is paving the way for the future of autonomous, connected, and data-driven systems.
Fields of Study & Subjects
History of Computing Technologies
Engineering Applied Research
Aviation History and Innovations
Publication details
- Journal / source
- AIAA SciTech Forum
- Publication date
- 8 January 2026