SAE India Southern Section Presents
Bicycle Design Challenge
Ride Your Innovation!
Your Mission:
To Design, Engineer, Prototype, and Demonstrate a human-powered bicycle for the masses, focusing on innovation, manufacturability, and real-world application.
Target Cost
₹7,000
(Single-Speed)
Target Cost
₹10,000
(Multi-Speed)
Production
50,000
Units/Year
Principle
3R
(Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)
Registration Closes
Event Highlights
A Blend of Design Thinking, Sustainability, and Hands-on Manufacturing
Design & Fabrication
Build a human-powered bicycle based on specified rules, ergonomics, and performance benchmarks.
Technical Evaluation
Present your concept, calculations, and design justifications to an expert jury panel.
Dynamic Performance
Compete in real-world riding conditions like obstacle courses, endurance tests, and speed trials.
Sustainability
Show your commitment to green engineering with sustainable and lightweight materials.
Tech Talk & Networking
Attend sessions with industry leaders, innovators, and startup founders.
Awards & Recognition
Compete for awards in Best Design, Innovation, Performance, and Sustainability.
Innovation Gallery
Witness the Future of Bicycle Design
Smart Integration
IoT sensors, GPS tracking, and mobile app connectivity
Eco Materials
Bamboo frames, recycled plastics, and biodegradable components
Ergonomic Design
Adaptive geometry, comfort optimization, and accessibility features
Where Innovation Takes the Lead
Key Focus Areas to Guide Your Design
Frame Materials
Carbon Fiber, Aluminum, Steel, Bamboo
Drive Systems
Chain, Belt, Shaft Drive
Braking Tech
Disc, Rim, Regenerative
Smart Features
GPS, Sensors, Mobile Apps
Performance Targets
Meet specific speed, weight, and durability benchmarks while maintaining affordability and manufacturability at scale.
Sustainability Goals
Implement eco-friendly materials and processes that reduce environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle.
User Experience
Design for comfort, safety, and accessibility across diverse user demographics and riding conditions.
Manufacturing
Ensure your design can be efficiently mass-produced with available technologies and supply chains.
Competition Journey
Five Exciting Rounds of Innovation and Excellence
Design Portfolio
Submit comprehensive design documentation including CAD models, technical drawings, material specifications, and cost analysis.
Technical Presentation
Present your design concept, engineering calculations, and innovation highlights to expert judges.
Static Evaluation
Physical inspection of your prototype focusing on build quality, component selection, and design execution.
Dynamic Testing
Performance evaluation through obstacle courses, endurance tests, and real-world riding scenarios.
Cost & Manufacturing
Assessment of manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and scalability for mass production.
Championship Awards
Recognition for Excellence in Innovation and Design
Overall Champion
Best overall performance across all rounds
Innovation Award
Most creative and novel design solution
Best Performance
Highest scores in dynamic testing
Sustainability
Most eco-friendly design approach
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know About the Challenge