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About SAE
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The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE International) was founded in
1905 and has grown over the years into a comprehensive international membership
organization that serves as a one-stop resource for technical information
and expertise relating to the land, sea, air, and aerospace mobility community.
Based in Warrendale, PA, the SAE is a non-profit membership organization
consisting of 80,000 mobility practitioners in more than 90 countries.
SAE Members are engineers, educators, students, government employees,
and business executives. They design, build, maintain and test a variety
of self-propelled vehicles including cars, trucks, boats, planes, and
spacecraft. Together, these individuals form a diverse network that enables
its members to share information, exchange ideas and generally advance
the field of automotive and aerospace technology.
Among its many services to the public and the profession, SAE:
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Develops industry standards and facilitates research projects through
its Cooperative Research Program
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Hosts numerous technical meetings, conferences, and expositions
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Publishes thousands of technical books, papers, periodicals,
and CD-ROMs
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Offers wide-ranging seminars, workshops, and continuing education programs for mobility practitioners
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Provides opportunities for membership on various boards, councils,
and technical committees
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Promotes excellence in math and science education at all levels
of the education system
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Recognizes stellar professionals through industry and faculty awards
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Creates local, national, and international public awareness programs
to promote safety and resource conservation
Additional information, news, and schedules is available at: www.sae.org
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