About Us

Aero Sensor was founded by former Formula 1 aerodynamicist Dr. Barney Garrood PhD, to provide precise aerodynamic solutions for a wide range of applications.

With decades of high-level motorsport and wind tunnel testing experience, we design and manufacture aerodynamic probes, and measurement systems tailored to demanding professional applications.

Our standard product range includes yaw pitots, multi-hole probes, Kiel probes and Kiel rakes; all built for measurement accuracy and repeatability in the most challenging test environments.

For applications beyond standard configurations, we work closely with customers to develop bespoke probe designs and complete measurement systems. Our purpose-built calibration wind tunnel enables us to validate aero dynamic probes across wide yaw and pitch angles at air speeds up to 275mph.

Supporting these probes, our high-accuracy pressure scanners deliver differential pressure measurements at up to 1000 samples per second with outstanding zero stability, providing a data acquisition solution to complement our probe and calibration services.

Meet The Team

Dr. Barney Garrood, Founder and CEO
Our founder and CEO Dr. Barney Garrood (PhD) has 20 years of experience in Formula 1 in the wind tunnel and on the track at FIA Formula One World Championship winning teams including Ferrari, Mercedes and BrawnGP. Barney applies this expertise to the design, calibration and development of precision aerodynamic probes and measurement systems for demanding professional applications. Barney is a husband and father who finds peace on his tractor mower in the garden.
Joachim Ritter, Investor
Joachim Ritter, velodrome track cyclist and aerosensor investor
Joachim Ritter is Chairman and founder of European security group with 5000+ employees. He is an experienced Entrepreneur, growing companies from start up to 100M+. Joachim is the Danish Elite track sprint record holder and Champion.  He is also a World Master track sprint record breaker. Joachim adds husband, father and dog walker to his list of achievements.
Tim Greaves, Investor
Tim Greaves is an experienced and effective entrepreneur providing positive, practical, and rational advice. He built a successful fibre-optic business and sold it to a NASDAQ company. He has continued to develop a diverse group of businesses with a wide field of interests, including communications technology, motor sports and whisky. Tim, currently provides his son’s businesses, Greaves 3D and Tau Homes alongside Oscar Propulsion, with advisory services as an independent shareholder. When not busy with his many projects, Tim can be found enjoying a dram of whisky.
Sir Chris Hoy, Investor & Performance Advisor
Sir Chris Hoy is a 6 x Olympic and 11 x World Champion track cyclist. He retired from competitive cycling in 2013 and became involved in car racing. In 2016 he became the first Summer Olympic medallist to compete at Le Mans. Sir Chris Hoy was awarded an MBE in 2005, and he received a knighthood in 2009 (at the same time his mother was made MBE for her services to healthcare!).

Lana Davies, Administrator & Logistics Coordinator

Lana Davies became a valuable member of the Aero Sensor team in August 2023. Bringing a wealth of experience as an administrator and office manager, she has seamlessly adapted to her dynamic and challenging role within the company. Outside of work, Lana balances her life as a mother of three with a variety of interests. She is a keen participant in Spin classes and in rare moments of relaxation, can be found enjoying a good book with a glass of wine.

Adam Garai, Lead Software Engineer

Adam Garai, our Lead Software Engineer, joined our team at Aero Sensor in February 2024. His passion for both experimenting with hardware and building new software makes him a perfect fit for our innovative projects at Aero Sensor. Beyond technology, Adam finds joy in the outdoors, often embarking on long hikes to unwind.

Max Jones, Lead R&D Engineer

Max Jones joined us in February 2026 as our Lead R&D Engineer. With a background in aerodynamic design, computational aerodynamics and aeroacoustics, Max supports the development of bespoke instrumentation, probe calibration and wind tunnel testing. Outside of work, Max enjoys 3D printing, tinkering, and applying his aerodynamics experience to high-speed, ambitious aircraft projects.

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