VCARB Formula 1 renews tech partnership with Roboze
Additional 3-year collaboration reaffirms focus and trust in Roboze’s advanced composite 3D printing materials, processes for precision motorsport parts.
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Source | Roboze, VCARB Formula 1 Team.
The has chosen to renew its partnership with additive manufacturing (AM) and advanced materials company (Bari, Italy) for the next 3 years (read May 2024’s “Formula 1 team adopts Roboze 3D printed composites”).
Following an initial phase dedicated to assessing the use of Roboze’s technology and materials, this strategic collaboration aims to further solidify the role of high-performance composites AM in producing essential components for competitive motorsports, optimizing production time and costs while ensuring a more agile and sustainable supply chain.
During the first year, Roboze demonstrated the value of its technology using materials such as carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and Carbon PA Pro, composite materials capable of withstanding extreme conditions without compromising performance and lightweight properties. These materials, combined with the precision of Roboze solutions, enabled the Formula 1 team to reduce production times, lower costs, and accelerate the development of new engineering solutions.
“The integration of Roboze’s technology has transformed our approach to producing critical components, enabling us to achieve an optimal balance between efficiency and performance,” notes Peter Bayer, CEO of VCARB. “At VCARB we are constantly pushing the boundaries of innovation and working with Roboze allows us to continue integrating cutting-edge materials and precision engineering into our development process.”
According to Olly Hughes, CMO of Red Bull Technology, Roboze has already made a significant impact across multiple racing series, from MotoGP with Yamaha Factory Racing to IndyCar with Chip Ganassi Racing. “Their expertise in high-performance materials like carbon [fiber] PEEK has allowed us to replace traditional laminated components with lighter, stronger and more efficient parts,” Hughes says.
With this extension, Roboze and the VCARB Formula One Team aim to explore new applications for advanced manufacturing, strengthening the link between technological innovation and sports performance.
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