SAE most commonly stands for Society of Automotive Engineers , now known as SAE International. It is a global professional association and standards organization that develops engineering standards for industries including automotive, aerospace, and commercial vehicles
. When you see "SAE" on products like motor oil, it indicates that the product meets standards set by this organization
. However, SAE can have other meanings depending on the context, such as:
- Self-Addressed Envelope
- Stamped Addressed Envelope
- Serious Adverse Event (medical/clinical trials)
- Supervised Agricultural Experience
- School of Audio Engineering
The intended meaning of SAE should be determined by the context in which it appears
