Fabrication and Design Process of Sae Baja Vehicle

Abstract

SAE, INDIA conducts a competition known as BAJA, which challenges aspiring engineers to create an off-road vehicle, called an ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) or an off-road buggy. The competition‟s objective is to design and fabricate a prototype vehicle that could be manufactured for consumer sale. The original purpose of designing and manufacturing an ATV was to create a prototype of a recreational off-road vehicle that could provide a thrilling, but safe, and reliable experience for a weekend off-roading enthusiast. Moreover, this type of vehicle can find applications in defense and military, forest and mountain ranging or rescue operations, and as a cheaper and more refined alternative to tractors for use in small farms and fields.