SAE International is the US-based global association of engineers and technical experts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries meant for connecting and educating mobility professionals to enable safe, clean, and accessible mobility solutions for the benefit of humanity. SAE India is a strategic alliance partner of SAE International registered in India dedicated to the advancement of mobility industry in India.

SAE India - TCET is students chapter formed in A.Y. 2017-18 to bridge the gap between the industry and academia and inculcate professionalism in the students. This is the 2nd students chapter associated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The main objective of SAE India – TCET is to provide students with a platform for enhancing their engineering and professional skills beyond curriculum and offer opportunities for active participation in national and international level technical competitions. It is run by 82 student members and guided by two faculty advisors.

Activities Conducted

Sr No.	Name of the event
1	Formula Bharat Competition (Combustion), 2023
2	Overall Rank : AIR 10
3	Engineering Design Report : AIR 09
4	Cost Report : AIR 11
5	Business Plan Presentation : AIR 09
6	Formula Bharat Competition (Electric), 2023
7	Overall Rank : AIR 11
8	Engineering Design Report : AIR 10
9	Cost Report AIR 10
10	Business Plan Presentation : AIR 11

Future plans

• To participate in SUPRA SAE India 2021, Quad Torc 2021, Formula Imperial 2021, ASME HPVC 2022, Formula Bharat 2022, SAE India Aero Design Challenge 2022, BAJA SAE India 2023
• To organize technical seminars (with emphasis on webinars) on latest technologies in mechanical and automotive engineering.

Working Committee

Events Conducted by SAE India TCET in 2020-2021.

Webinar on Technology and Spirituality
Society of Automotive Engineers India (SAE India) Collegiate Club of Thakur College of Engineering & Technology (SAE INDIA - TCET) conducted a webinar for Second, Third and Final year students on 13th March 2021.The following topics were covered in the Webinar

• Firstly, the significance of mental thoughts and health over technology was described.
• How one should empower their mind to be first strong to take up any challenge was stated.
• Few mental stability ways were discussed like meditation, sky meditation- Brain & heart.
• Described how the digital revolution can be resonated with spirituality.
• Conducted 15 min of meditation

Webinar on Correct Strategy for Competitive Exams
Society of Automotive Engineers India (SAE India) Collegiate Club of Thakur College of Engineering & Technology (SAE INDIA - TCET) conducted a webinar for Second, Third and Final year students on 7th November 2020. The Seminar has helped the students on all fronts and has achieved its purpose of making all the students aware about the different National Level Competitive Exams and opportunities for higher studies and job opportunities there after qualifying these Exams in PSUs, and other research oriented Organizations like BARC, ISRO, DRDO etc.

• The students will be able to apply for and prepare for these examinations.
• The students will be able to prepare to appear in different qualifying examinations viz. GATE, ISRO ICRB, BARC for pursuing higher education and jobs in PSUs.
• The students will be able to understand the importance and scope of different Competitive Examinations and their benefits.

One Day Electric Vehicle Awareness Programme
Society of Automotive Engineers India (SAE India) Collegiate Club of Thakur College of Engineering & Technology (SAE INDIA - TCET) conducted One Day Electric Vehicle Awareness Programme students from all the branches of TCET on 12th October 2020.

• The Programme was one of the most successful events of SAE India TCET with 180+ participants from all the branches of TCET.
• The students of TCET from all the departments were made aware about Electric Vehicles and the e-mobility revolution in India.
• The students understood the basics of EV technology and how the students can make their contribution to the faster adoption of EV in India.

Online Technical Debate Competition (Mechanical Department)
Society of Automotive Engineers India (SAE India) Collegiate Club of Thakur College of Engineering & Technology (SAE INDIA - TCET) conducted an Online Technical Debate Competition for the students of Mechanical Department on 12th September 2020.

• The students from Second and Fourth Year Mechanical Engineering participated in the Debate Competition.
• The topic of the debate was "Is India ready for Renewable ERA".

Events Conducted by SAE India TCET in 2021-2022.

Webinar on 3D Printing
"3D Printing is already shaking our age old notions of what can and can't be made."
SAEINDIA-TCET hosted a webinar on 13th August 2021 on an insightful topic - 3D Printing Technology. The event was a success with a participation of faculties and 100+ students. Students received immense information about this leading and emerging technology. We would like to thank our speaker Mr. Pranav Goenka, Director at 3D Print World Pvt. Ltd. for enlightening our students and giving them insights from his company.
The webinar helped to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real life applications. Students gained an understanding regarding the process of material selections, softwares, operations involved in 3D Printing from an expertise in the field.

Alumni Interaction
Date: 4th September 2021
Speakers: Mr. Pradeep Kapri, Ms. Ruchi Pourana, Mr. Saif Samnani
Mr. Pradeep Kapri: “Know your interests and be a master at it”. His persistence and determination was all visible while he was guiding everyone through different aspects of mechanical domains. It was insightful to know about the studies and lifestyle in Germany.
Ms. Ruchi Pourana: "Do it yourself" Being an expert in the designing field, just like her precision in design she stated all one requires in the current mechanical core job sector precisely. She firmly emphasized to always know what you want to do, and you'll impulsively like your job.
Mr. Saif Samnani: - "Keep your aim strong and straight" He guided and enlightened all the attendees about the entire action to reach the USA amidst a pandemic and also shared tips and tricks to enhance one's profile to stand out in this fast-paced engineering field.

Technical Debate
Date: 2nd November 2021
Our second year students stood by this quote and achieved success in the debate competition on the topic "Nuclear Energy: A Threat or an Opportunity?" Our third year students stood by this quote and achieved success in the debate competition on the topic "Will Robotics reduce human employment?" Our fourth year students stood by this quote and achieved success in the debate competition on the topic "Are Autonomous vehicles safe enough?"

Seminar on importance of CAD / CAM (Collaboration with ASME - TCET)
SAEINDIA-TCET organized the first ever offline seminar after the pandemic on CAD/CAM/CAE Softwares for both Civil and Mechanical engineers of TCET on 29th and 30th April 2022 conducted by CADD Centre, the pioneers in this field.

• We thank Mr. John Matthews, Mr. Sandeep Nair, Mrs. Esther Robins and Mrs. Namrata Ghag for their valuable insights.
• CAD/CAM softwares enables engineers to visualize their ideas and concepts and bring out new designs with modeling and simulation.

SAEINDIA-TCET proudly collaborated with ASCE-TCET on 29th AND 30th April 2022 for this seminar on CAD/CAM Softwares for Civil Engineers and Mechanical Engineers. Students of SE, TE and BE from Civil Department and Mechanical Department attended the seminar.Through this seminar, students learnt about the latest trends of design field in depth and working of softwares like Ansys Workbench and the latest trends of civil designing field and working of softwares like Revit.

Events Conducted by SAE India TCET in 2022-2023.

Converting Innovation into Start-Ups
On 30th of September 2022.
We SAE INDIA TCET in collaboration with ASME -TCET had conducted a Seminar on CONVERTING INNOVATION INTO START-UP with the very well known renowned speaker. Presenting-to-you Helping industries transform Maintenance with Digital Reliability. Currently the SENIOR CONSULTANT in BIODEGRADABLE FUTURE who also talks about industrial automation & digital transformation. - "CHAIITANYA BULUSU"

Events Conducted by SAE India TCET in 2023-2024.

Industrial Visit to Mahindra & Mahindra
Date: 11th August 2023
This industrial visit played an important role in enhancing the experience of SAE members. As we visit one of the oldest plants of M&M group situated in Kandivali. Had an amazing time during an industrial visit to Mahindra & Mahindra as we were the 1st to get the opportunity to visit the transmission PU along with vehicle assembly PU and witness the hard working and various other methods that goes beyond how things actually work in the real world.