Case Study: Red Bull Racing achieves precision and speed in Formula 1 metrology with Hexagon's Leica Absolute Tracker AT901

Leica Absolute Tracker AT901 gives Red Bull Racing wings

Red Bull Racing, a UK-based Formula 1 team, faces immense pressure to develop and manufacture high-precision car components with zero margin for error, as any deviation could cost a race victory. Their challenge was to ensure absolute dimensional accuracy under extremely tight deadlines between races. To meet this need, they partnered with vendor Hexagon and utilized their Leica Absolute Tracker AT901 and Leica T-Probe.

Hexagon's solution provided a fast, portable, and highly accurate metrology system for checking both individual components and fully assembled cars, ensuring compliance with strict regulations. The results were a significant reduction in measurement time and enhanced reliability, which the team credits as playing an important role in their many successes. Hexagon further proved its value as a global partner by providing immediate technical support and making equipment available worldwide at a moment's notice.

Red Bull Racing

Chris Charnley

Quality Manager