Williams extend relationship with QinetiQ

[davewilson]

Williams' technical partnership with international defence and security technology company QinetiQ is to continue through 2007, the team confirmed today.

Over the past two seasons, QinetiQ's scientists have worked with Williams in the areas of aerodynamics, human performance, materials science, GPS technology and conformal antenna design. In 2007, the emphasis will be on aerodynamic analysis and driver performance.

"There is an important link between the aerospace and the F1 motor racing industries, and it is entirely appropriate that QinetiQ is applying its heritage in military and civil aviation to our partnership with the AT&T Williams team," said company CEO Graham Love.

"Whether because of the demands of the Formula One race programme or the need to respond to the Urgent Operational Requirements of the armed forces, AT&T Williams and QinetiQ also share an approach to technology development that puts an emphasis on the speed of innovation."

Sir Frank Williams added: "A significant part of our success is drawn from the skills of our partners and I am delighted that we have access to QinetiQ's rich talent pool of scientists and engineers.

"To date, QinetiQ has opened the door to several interesting technologies and this season's focus on human performance and aerodynamic analysis will bring QinetiQ's expertise to bear on optimising the performance of both our drivers and our racing cars."

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