Friday, March 12, 2010
Detroit Pistons Game Night
The Palace of Auburn Hills

Come join fellow SAE members and their guests for an evening at the Detroit Pistons game as they take on the Washington Wizards on Friday, March 12 at 8:00 p.m. Limited tickets must be purchased in advance and are available on a first-come basis for only $17 each. Tickets are located in Section 203.

Thursday, March 18, 2010
SAE Detroit Section Networking Night
Commune- Royal Oak

SAE members and guests will meet every third Thursday of the month to discuss current social and business topics with fellow executive-minded professionals. The event location will vary month to month throughout the Metro-Detroit area. There is no cost for admission, but everyone is responsible for their own tab. Don't forget to bring extra business cards!

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Commune
419 S. Main St.
Royal Oak, MI 48067
(248) 544-6250

Thursday, March 25, 2010
Lightweight Materials Tech-Fast
San Marino Club- 1685 E. Big Beaver, Troy

Increased fuel economy, tighter emissions and safety standards, and the desire to meet these requirements while still continually improving vehicle performance are driving the automotive industry toward the innovative utilization of new and existing material technologies to reduce gross vehicle mass. The appetite to use lightweight materials to address these trends is increasing, but success is dependent upon the efficient use of “lightweighting”, while meeting overall program imperatives driven by management. OEMs and suppliers are competing to win customers over by optimizing these mass efficiencies.

With trends to reduce mass without reducing vehicle size prevalent in the US market, the automotive industry is taking a fresh look at existing materials, such as steel and aluminum, as well as entertaining more exotic materials in their designs that were once only traditionally used for aerospace and luxury sport vehicles. This Tech-Fast will explore strategies for the application of lightweight materials to enable the industry to meet or exceed customer needs without sacrificing performance and cost.

Speakers include: Gregg Peterson, Senior Technical Specialist, Lotus Engineering Inc.; Brian W. Tucker, Business Development Manager– Ground Transportation Market Sector Team, Alcoa Inc.and Ronald Krupitzer, Vice President, Automotive Applications, Steel Market Development Institute (a business unit of AISI).

The networking session and breakfast will begin at 7:00 a.m., followed by the presentation and Q&A from 7:45 - 9:00 a.m. The cost, which includes a buffet breakfast, is $30 for SAE members, $45 for non-members and $15 for SAE student members.

San Marino Club
1685 E. Big Beaver Rd.
Troy, MI 48083

Wednesday, April 07, 2010
2010 High School Poster Competition- Sponsored by BorgWarner
All entries must be submitted by Friday, March 26, 2010.


This is a great opportunity for students to win a scholarship to the college or university of their choice based on their artistic ability, without regard to GPA or financial need. Students must incorporate the SAE 2010 World Congress theme “Ecollaboration: Engage, Exchange, Excel” into their posters. The top ten winning posters will be on display April 13-15 at the SAE 2010 World Congress at Cobo Center and the SAE Foundation Banquet on May 20 at the Ritz-Carlton.

2010 Poster Competition Flyer
2010 Poster Competition Invitation
2010 Poster Competition Rules

Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Student Exhibit Competition- Sponsored by Eaton
Cobo Center- Detroit

The competition is held in conjunction with SAE 2010 World Congress, April 13-15. A limited number of exhibit spaces have been allocated to SAE collegiate chapters to display their SAE projects and to provide visibility for chapter activities. All SAE collegiate chapters worldwide can compete for cash prizes. Exhibit judging includes a formal 10 minute presentation by one or more team members and informal discussion with the judges. Student exhibits should incorporate the Congress theme, “Ecollaboration: Engage, Exchange, Excel”. The competition offers SAE student members the opportunity for high visibility and exposure with manufacturers, suppliers and alumni. Booth spaces are filled.

2010 Student Exhibit Competition Invitation
2010 Student Exhibit Competition Rules

Wednesday, April 14, 2010
2011 Ford Fiesta Section Meeting (Congress)
Cobo Center, Detroit- AVL Technology Leadership Center, W1-51/52

The meeting will be held in the AVL Technology Leadership Center, W1-51/52. Time: 5:30 p.m. Social Hour, 6:30 Dinner, and 7:30 Presentation. No refunds will be issued after April 7, 2010.

Speakers include:
Stephen Kozak, Chief Engineer of Global Safety, Ford Motor Company
Paul Mascarenas, Vice President of Engineering for Global Product Development, Ford Motor Company
Steve Pintar, Chief Program Engineer for Fiesta, Ford Motor Company
Craig Renneker, Chief Engineer of New Automatic and North American Manual Transmissions, Ford Motor Company

Thursday, April 22, 2010
SAE Detroit Section Networking Night
Roosevelt's- Farmington Hills

SAE members and guests will meet every third Thursday of the month (with the exception of April being held on the fourth Thursday) to discuss current social and business topics with fellow executive-minded professionals. The event location will vary month to month throughout the Metro-Detroit area. There is no cost for admission, but everyone is responsible for their own tab. Don't forget to bring extra business cards!

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Roosevelt's
27843 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
(248) 488-1990

Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Micro-Electric Vehicle Competition- Sponsored by Yazaki and DENSO


The first objective of the competition is to design and build a dry cell powered vehicle (battery supplied) to race up a fixed incline while pulling a six ounce weighted trailer (supplied). The second objective is to be the first to pass the finish line with the trailer in tow. In addition, a four-minute presentation and a one-page, typed written report about the vehicle are required. Cash prizes awarded.

2010 Micro-Electric Vehicle Competition Flyer
2010 Micro-Electric Vehicle Competition Invitation
2010 Micro-Electric Vehicle Competition Registration Form
2010 Micro-Electric Vehicle Competition Rules

Friday, April 30, 2010
Detroit Tigers Night
Comercia Park- Detroit

Come join fellow SAE members and their guests for an evening at the Detroit Tigers game as they take on the Los Angeles Angels on Friday, April 30 at 7:05 p.m. Limited tickets must be purchased in advance and are available on a first-come basis for only $22 each (includes processing and S&H fees). All tickets are Mezzanine level and include a voucher for a hot dog, bag of chips, and soft drink. No refunds will be issued after March 31, 2010.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010
2011 Toyota Sienna Section Meeting
Burton Manor- 2777 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI

Time: 5:30 p.m. Social Hour, 6:30 Dinner, and 7:30 Presentation. No refunds will be issued after May 4, 2010.

More details to follow.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Formula SAE Michigan
Michigan International Speedway- Brooklyn

Formula SAE challenges students to engineer and build a small open-wheel racecar. Then, at the competition, they get to prove how well their car performs against other teams.

You can be part of these exciting competitions by becoming a volunteer. We are looking for judges, course workers, technical inspectors and general volunteers.

Formula SAE competitions are exciting and challenging for both the student competitors and volunteers. You can help the next generation of engineers and have some fun at the same time!

To find out more or to volunteer, contact the coordinator at the event closest to you (Kathleen McDonald, katklauz@aol.com). You may also visit our website here or contact SAE staff at collegiatecompetitions@sae.org.

Thursday, May 20, 2010
SAE Foundation Banquet
The Ritz-Carlton- Dearborn

The banquet theme is "Engineering Change: Driving a Strong Economy through Education". The 2010 Industry Leadership Award will be presented to Rodney O’Neal, Chief Executive Officer and President, Delphi. Jim Press, Automotive Advisor and Consultant will also be honored for being the 2009 Industry Leadership Award recipient.

For additional event information or to register, please visit the SAE Foundation Banquet website at: http://www.saefoundation.org/banquet/

Monday, May 24, 2010
Annual Golf Outing
Red Run Golf Club, Royal Oak

The day will begin with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start and end with a dinner banquet at approximately 4:00 p.m. The outing is limited to 144 players and assignments will be allocated on a first-come basis, giving sponsors first preference. Golf fees will cover a powered cart, complete event scoring, continental breakfast, lunch, non-alcoholic beverages (cash bar for alcoholic beverages), dinner, First Place prize and Contest prizes.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL – Register by Friday, April 23 and receive a discount!
Sponsored foursome– $750 ($825 after April 24)
Non-sponsored foursome– $550 ($625 after April 24)
Individual Golfer– $150 ($165 after April 24)

Click here for the registration form

Thursday, June 03, 2010
GM Heritage Center Tour
GM Heritage Center- 6400 Center Drive, Sterling Heights

In 2008, General Motors opened the GM Heritage Center to coincide with their 100 year anniversary. This facility plays key role in showcasing the company's rich history of success and its strong engineering capability.

SAE Detroit Section has arranged a special tour of the Heritage Center, which normally is only open to GM employees, scholars, analysts and the media. Located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, just north of the GM Technical Center, the GM Heritage Center is not just a museum. Rather, it’s a cross between the ultimate automotive enthusiast's garage and a living repository of automotive history. The GM Heritage Center has 81,000 square feet of flexible space, housing more than 180 vehicles spanning 10 decades. The vehicle collection showcases a wide range of GM design, technology and innovation. Among the vehicles are past and current concept vehicles and historically significant vehicles from various eras (including a 1931 V16 Cadillac, a 1949 Buick Roadmaster, and a 1953 Chevrolet Corvette). In addition to vehicles, the Heritage Center will be the custodian of important historical automotive records and items.

The tour will take place Thursday, June 3, 2010 from 8:30-10:00 a.m. The tour is open to a limited number of attendees, so be sure to register early, as it usually sells out! The SAE tour fee is $15 for SAE members and guests and $10 for student members. There will be no refunds issued after February 25.

GM Heritage Center
6400 Center Dr.
Sterling Heights, MI 48312

Saturday, June 12, 2010
2010 Young Automotive Professionals Conference
General Motors Milford Proving Grounds- 3300 General Motors Road, Milford

SAE Detroit Section along with this year’s host, General Motors Company, invites you to attend the Seventh Annual Young Automotive Professionals Conference on Saturday, June 12, 2010, at the General Motors Milford Proving Grounds. The event will include a panel discussion with prominent industry executives on “The Evolution of Global Safety”. The afternoon highlight will be a Ride & Drive event featuring General Motors’ most exciting vehicles on various courses.

Conference Agenda
8:30 a.m- Registration / Continental Breakfast
9:30 a.m.- Keynote Speaker: Ken Morris, Executive Director, Performance Integration, General Motors Company
10:00 a.m.-Panel Discussion
Moderator:
Jeff Varick, President & General Manager, Brandmotion LLC
Panelists:
John Bauer, Principal Product Engineer, TRW Occupant Safety Systems
Dr. Charles Funk, Managing Engineer, Exponent
Mark Peters, Director Engineering and Program Management, Robert Bosch LLC
Mike Rizzo, Technical Fellow, Chassis Controls, General Motors Company
11:00 a.m.- Panelist Q&A
12:00 p.m.- Networking Lunch
12:30–5:00 p.m. Ride & Drive

The conference is open to all ages (Ride & Drive requires drivers license and 18 years of age) and is a great opportunity to network with young professionals in the automotive industry. Registration is limited to 250 participants. The cost is $40 for SAE members, $60 for non-members, and $20 for SAE student members. Cost includes breakfast and lunch.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Detroit Tigers Night
Comerica Park- Detroit

Come join fellow SAE members and their guests for an evening at the Detroit Tigers game as they take on the Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Tuesday, August 10 at 7:05 p.m. Limited tickets must be purchased in advance and are available on a first-come basis for only $22 each (includes processing and S&H fees). All tickets are Mezzanine level and include a voucher for a hot dog, bag of chips, and soft drink. No refunds will be issued after August 3, 2010.