Norman D. Geddes, Ph.D.

Senior Fellow

As Founder and CEO of Applied Systems Intelligence, Inc. (ASI), Dr. Norman D. Geddes has led the development and commercialization of associate systems technology across a broad set of domains. Dr. Geddes has contributed directly to the design and development of many of the intelligent systems algorithms and knowledge representations in use by ASI in the PreAct intelligent software suite.

As Director of Operator Support Systems with Search Technology, Inc., Dr. Geddes previously led the development of intelligent user interface technology as a part of the DARPA Pilot's Associate program. Previous to this position, he served as Director of System Development at Marconi Avionics, Inc. There Dr. Geddes led the business development and systems engineering activities for defense electronics products. He also developed and captured major projects, including design and production of electronic equipment for the A-7, F-16 and F-5 fighter aircraft. His past experience includes Design Engineer with General Electric Company's Simulation and Control Systems Division, and flight controls Research Engineer at Systems Research Laboratories Inc.

Previous to his civilian career, Dr. Geddes completed a six-year tour as a US Naval Aviator. While at the Naval Air Development Center, he served as lead test pilot for tactical jet projects on the A-7 C/E aircraft and for advanced aerodynamics projects flying the T-2C jet trainer. He holds a Master of Science Degree in Aeronautical Systems from the University of West Florida and a Doctorate from Georgia Institute of Technology. Dr. Geddes has published numerous articles and book chapters, and currently serves on the Computer Science Industry Advisory Board for Southern Polytechnical State University.