FACILITY FOR AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING (Room No.: 2W7)

Lab Overview:

The Facility for Automotive Engineers Lab at Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT) supports student-led automotive innovation, especially through the SAE INDIA Collegiate Club. This lab enables students to apply theoretical knowledge in designing, building, and testing automotive systems and vehicles such as All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Formula 3 Type Vehicle, Hybrid Tricycle and go cart type vehicle particularly for competitions like Baja SAE India, SAE Efficycle, SAE Supra, ATVC, Mega ATV, Indian Karting racing etc.

The lab provides hands-on experience with tools and components needed for fabrication, assembly, and testing of mobility systems. It also serves as a hub for team-based research and development, encouraging practical learning, technical creativity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Notably, students from Team Jatayu have actively utilized the facility to develop and refine their competition-ready vehicles.

Aligned with SAE INDIA's mission to enhance mobility engineering knowledge, the lab helps bridge academic concepts with real-world engineering applications.

Key Equipment & Resources in the Lab:

  1. Chassis Fabrication Area – Supports welding, fitting, and structural testing.
  2. Suspension & Steering Setup Tools – For testing stability and maneuverability.
  3. Powertrain Mounting Fixtures – Aids in powertrain integration and alignment.
  4. Hand Tools and Power Tools – Comprehensive set for assembly and maintenance.
  5. Workbenches and Tool Storage Units – Organized and safe workspace environment.
  6. Access to Mitutoyo Metrology Lab – For precise component measurement and quality inspection.
  7. Team Workspace – Dedicated space for brainstorming, designing, and prototyping.

Lab Utilization Outcomes:

  1. Apply fundamental engineering principles to automotive design and development.
  2. Demonstrate skills in vehicle prototyping and performance evaluation.
  3. Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams to solve real-world engineering problems.
  4. Utilize modern tools and facilities to design, fabricate, and refine vehicle components.
  5. Participate in national-level automotive competitions and gain industry-relevant experience.