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Williams wants access to more technologies in a bid to regain the F1 driver’s championship, and Qinetiq is keen to see its systems perform in Grands Prix.

It could almost have started with a lonely hearts ad. ‘Ambitious UK Formula One team WLTM heavyweight partner to share technology. Must have own centrifuge. Can offer plenty of excitement at glamorous international events in return.'

The recently-signed technology partnership between UK research giant Qinetiq and the Williams F1 team may not amount to a full-blown romance, but there is no doubt that both sides are serious about making it work.

The presence of legendary team boss Sir Frank Williams, his engineering director Patrick Head and Qinetiq’s chief executive Sir John Chisholm, to brief The Engineer on the arrangement, is proof of how serious both sides are.

Both parties expect to benefit, with Williams gaining access to a wider pool of technology and research facilities in its bid to win the driver’s championship for the first time since 1997. Qinetiq will be able to see its systems perform in the demanding arena of the Grand Prix circuit.

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