Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Linnia Lindbloom, a senior member of the University of Michigan Baja team, to discuss their recent driver training, upcoming competitions, and the intensive process of building their race cars. Linnia shares valuable insights on the team dynamics, the challenges and excitement of Baja SAE events, and what it takes to be a successful member of this engineering team. e also catch up with new senior member David Grover at Baja SAE Williamsport. Topics Covered: Driver training and selection process Upcoming Baja SAE competitions and favorite events The journey of designing and manufacturing a new race car Team dynamics and the importance of teamwork Support from the University of Michigan and College of Engineering Recruiting new team members and passing down knowledge Competing against rival teams and valuable lessons learned Tune in for a fascinating look into the world of Baja SAE and the dedication required to excel in these competitions. Whether you're an engineering student, a Baja enthusiast, or curious about the behind-the-scenes efforts of a race car team, this episode is packed with insights and stories that you won't want to miss.

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In this episode of Baja SAE Shop Talk, hosts Mike Sorg and Scott Schulz are joined by Josh Spivey and Chad Bear, co-organizers of the upcoming Baja SAE California event. The podcast serves as a "know before you go" briefing, packed with essential information for participants, covering everything from logistical details to weather expectations for the event set in Gorman, California.

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National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying 2024 Baja SAE Tech Sheet Baja SAE California Food Pre-Order 2024 Design Event Resources Hotel Blocks Fast track roster Social media Questions from viewers We hear from Polaris National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying ncees.org The Carroll Smith Mentor’s Cup https://www.fsaeonline.com/Page.aspx?pageid=b224b2df-262c-43f6-b025-a6277be23ceb GM Everybody In Award https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/NewsItem.aspx?NewsItemID=21a27b4f-39bc-46de-94b4-f9d0bb1ad148 Baja SAE California Food Pre-Order https://www.bajasae.net/app/CompetitionResources.aspx Photo portal https://saebrand.widencollective.com/portals/oefbjrtu/CDSPortal Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saeuniversityprograms/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saeuniversityprograms Share videos and images for Social Media at https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b0rvk55x72uhi11gn1brk/h?dl=0&rlkey=qbvssxmkxm0ikywzffyuvnzrs *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx

DS Solidworks V2 Equipment Discount All Equipment Suppliers Hotel Blocks Aero Tech Scholarships Careers in Mobility SAE Chapters Social media Chat with ANSYS ~Links~ DS Solidworks V2 Equipment Discount solidworks.com/StudentSponsorship Aero Tech SAE members can use promo code MOPRO at checkout at aerotech.sae.org/students . Scholarships sae.org/scholarships Careers in Mobility https://sustainablecareers.sae.org/ SAE Chapters https://www.sae.org/participate/membership/collegiate-chapters Email us at collcomps@sae.org New SAE Job Board https://sustainablecareers.sae.org/ Photo portal https://saebrand.widencollective.com/portals/oefbjrtu/CDSPortal Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saeuniversityprograms/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saeuniversityprograms Share videos and images for Social Media at https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b0rvk55x72uhi11gn1brk/h?dl=0&rlkey=qbvssxmkxm0ikywzffyuvnzrs *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx

New SAE Job Board Hotel Blocks Baja Engine ordering Baja Roll Cage Doc Fast track roster Social media ~Links~ Email us at collcomps@sae.org New SAE Job Board https://sustainablecareers.sae.org/ Photo portal https://saebrand.widencollective.com/portals/oefbjrtu/CDSPortal Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saeuniversityprograms/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saeuniversityprograms Share videos and images for Social Media at https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b0rvk55x72uhi11gn1brk/h?dl=0&rlkey=qbvssxmkxm0ikywzffyuvnzrs *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx

2024 registration dates Fall Kickoff https://hopin.com/events/community-programs-fall-kick-off-2024 Scholarships EV Workshop EV NDAs ~Links~ Email us at collcomps@sae.org Photo portal https://saebrand.widencollective.com/portals/oefbjrtu/CDSPortal Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saeuniversityprograms/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saeuniversityprograms Share videos and images for Social Media at https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b0rvk55x72uhi11gn1brk/h?dl=0&rlkey=qbvssxmkxm0ikywzffyuvnzrs *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx

Adam Hussemann and Simran Singh from Honda cover all the exciting aspects of the upcoming Honda Day 0 Open House! Students, get ready to explore captivating tours and learn how to secure your spot. Interested in the heart-pounding HART Ride Along Tour? We've got insider tips and requirements. Teams, don't miss details about the Paddock parking plan, snagging the first 25 tech numbers, and the Business Presentation Plan. Foodies, we've got a delicious plan lined up for you. Discover the Event Site Logistics, dynamic events, and the revolutionary Pilot Pull Event. Plus, get a sneak peek of surprise activities and awesome photo opportunities. Get ready for an unforgettable event – listen now!

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Aero Design West Highlight Video Baja Oregon Design Schedule Baja SAE Oregon sponsors New Baja SAE Oregon Documents SETC Paper and presentation Fast track roster Social media ~Links~ SETC Paper and presentation https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/NewsItem.aspx?NewsItemID=e9551c6f-8205-4659-bfcd-9284a049d4f1 Baja Oregon Design Schedule https://www.bajasae.net/appcontent/f9c2558e-745a-49d4-b059-c96891644f8a.pdf Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saeuniversityprograms/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saeuniversityprograms Share videos and images for Social Media at https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b0rvk55x72uhi11gn1brk/h?dl=0&rlkey=qbvssxmkxm0ikywzffyuvnzrs *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx *Podcasts Flight Plans: The SAE Aero Design Podcast https://aerodesign.fireside.fm/ Formula SAE FastCast https://formulasae.fireside.fm/ Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast https://bajasae.fireside.fm/ Keeping it Clean: The SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Podcast https://snowmobile.fireside.fm/

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Social media New podcasts Spring 2023 Textbook Stipend Applications Program reminder ~Links~ Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saeuniversityprograms/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saeuniversityprograms FSAE Faculty Advisor Award Send your nomination letters (pdf format, please) to jonesp1@auburn.edu Dropbox link to share photos and video: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b0rvk55x72uhi11gn1brk/h?dl=0&rlkey=qbvssxmkxm0ikywzffyuvnzrs Spring 2023 Textbook Stipend Applications https://connexionplus.sae.org/volunteer-pages-bucket/volunteeropportunities/opportunities-list-public/volunteer-opportunity-details?VolunteerOpportunityKey=c47693b1-e9cb-44b9-a9f1-01853523ea9f&CommunityKey=1a329128-f614-49fb-aa6a-5870ad1b5b98&returnurl=https%3A%2F%2Fconnexionplus.sae.org%2Fvolunteer-pages-bucket%2Fvolunteeropportunities%2Fopportunities-list-public%3Fcommunitykey%3D1a329128-f614-49fb-aa6a-5870ad1b5b98 *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx *Podcasts Flight Plans: The SAE Aero Design Podcast https://aerodesign.fireside.fm/ Formula SAE FastCast https://formulasae.fireside.fm/ Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast https://bajasae.fireside.fm/ Keeping it Clean: The SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Podcast https://snowmobile.fireside.fm/

We are joined by David Alexander, senior director of standards at SAE international, and Christian Thiele, ground vehicle standards director at SAE international, to discuss what the SAE International Standards Process and purpose is. https://www.sae.org/standards/development

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Email us at collegiatecompetitions@sae.org! Events 1st Document submission deadlines Kohler Engines available Baja Tech inspection number assignment procedure Aero/FSAE Hotel blocks Aero precheck videos in learning lab Fast track roster Participation certificates Industrial lecture series Mentorship program New Social media ~Links~ Kohler Engines available - If there are any issues you will need to contact the engine distributor directly at williamc@gardnerinc.com Participation Certificates https://www.saeaerodesign.com/cdsweb/gen/DownloadDocument.aspx?DocumentID=0be923e8-210b-469f-a26e-8bd2478eea5e Industrial lecture series rachel.wetzel@sae.org https://www.sae.org/participate/membership/collegiate-chapters/industrial-lecture-program?tab=3 Mentorship Program https://connexionplus.sae.org/mentoring/mentor-program *News Feeds SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx *Podcasts Flight Plans: The SAE Aero Design Podcast https://aerodesign.fireside.fm/ Formula SAE FastCast https://formulasae.fireside.fm/ Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast https://bajasae.fireside.fm/ Going The Distance: The SAE Supermileage Podcast https://supermileage.fireside.fm/ Keeping it Clean: The SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Podcast https://snowmobile.fireside.fm/

Email us at collegiatecompetitions@sae.org! CDS Registration AeroConnect Registration Fall Kick-Off Formula EV Workshop Aero Design Behind the Scenes Baja Arizona Meals New Baja Engines Mentorship Program Yearbooks Scott Mike Visit You! ~Links~ AeroConnect https://www.sae.org/attend/student-events/aeroconnect-challenge Fall Kick-Off https://hopin.com/events/community-programs-fall-kick-off Baja Arizona Meals https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/NewsItem.aspx?NewsItemID=3bca9b39-a6dc-42c8-a638-bf2b818dac5e Mentorship Program https://connexionplus.sae.org/mentoring/mentor-program Photo Portal https://saebrand.widencollective.com/portals/oefbjrtu/CDSPortal Scott Mike Visit collcomps@sae.org With subject “Hey Mike and Scott. Lets hang out.” *News Feeds Supermileage News Feed: www.saesupermileage.com/go/news SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx *Podcasts Flight Plans: The SAE Aero Design Podcast https://aerodesign.fireside.fm/ Formula SAE FastCast https://formulasae.fireside.fm/ Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast https://bajasae.fireside.fm/ Going The Distance: The SAE Supermileage Podcast https://supermileage.fireside.fm/ Keeping it Clean: The SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Podcast https://snowmobile.fireside.fm/

Watch the video version at https://youtu.be/vrsOJpe6cSQ Email us at collegiatecompetitions@sae.org! Getting 2022 Competition Results 0:43 Photo Portal 1:06 Participation Certificate 1:33 Formula Interviews 2:09 New Mobility Virtual Career Fair 5:15 Industrial Lecture Program 6:17 Baja interviews 7:46 EV Workshop 10:40 Bloopers 11:27 ~Links~ Photo Portal https://saebrand.widencollective.com/portals/oefbjrtu/CDSPortal ) New Mobility Virtual Career Fair https://www.sae.org/attend/new-mobility-virtual-career-fair Scholarship Opportunity https://www.bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/NewsItem.aspx?NewsItemID=f323ddfa-4988-46c1-8c53-9173d48ed81c Industrial Lecture Program https://www.sae.org/particip *News Feeds Supermileage News Feed: www.saesupermileage.com/go/news SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx *Podcasts Flight Plans: The SAE Aero Design Podcast https://aerodesign.fireside.fm/ Formula SAE FastCast https://formulasae.fireside.fm/ Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast https://bajasae.fireside.fm/ Going The Distance: The SAE Supermileage Podcast https://supermileage.fireside.fm/ Keeping it Clean: The SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Podcast https://snowmobile.fireside.fm/

Email us at collegiatecompetitions@sae.org! Best Article Contest FSAE June GM Everybody in award RIT Static Schedules RIT Early Arrival Baja Arizona Registration Reopened RFID Tags Preparation for registration Sponsors ~Links~ GM award Link: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/NewsItem.aspx?NewsItemID=a8b0b9f2-6a6f-45bd- be35-073fd7cf02d1 RIT Resources: https://www.bajasae.net/app/CompetitionResources.aspx *News Feeds Supermileage News Feed: www.saesupermileage.com/go/news SAE Aero Design News Feed: www.saeaerodesign.com/go/news Formula SAE News Feed: https://www.fsaeonline.com/cdsweb/app/news.aspx Baja SAE News Feed: https://bajasae.net/cdsweb/app/news.aspx *Podcasts Flight Plans: The SAE Aero Design Podcast https://aerodesign.fireside.fm/ Formula SAE FastCast https://formulasae.fireside.fm/ Shop Talk: The Baja SAE Podcast https://bajasae.fireside.fm/ Going The Distance: The SAE Supermileage Podcast https://supermileage.fireside.fm/ Keeping it Clean: The SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge Podcast https://snowmobile.fireside.fm/