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BUILDING THE FUTURE OF ROBOTICS

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OUR IMPACT

1
Competitive Season
13
Dedicated Members
500+
Students Reached
100%
Passion for Innovation

OUR MISSION

Inspiring innovation through collaboration and STEM education

EXCELLENCE

Pursuing the highest standards in robot design, programming, and teamwork to compete at the highest levels of FTC.

COMMUNITY

Engaging with our community through outreach programs, workshops, and events that inspire the next generation.

INNOVATION

Bringing fresh ideas and creative problem-solving to every challenge we face in the robotics arena.

A TEAM BUILT ON COLLABORATION

Cool Name Pending Team at Competition

WHO WE ARE

Cool Name Pending represents the best of what FIRST Tech Challenge stands for. As a rookie team from Leap Hub Education, we've embraced the learning curve with enthusiasm, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.

Every member brings unique skills to the table—from mechanical engineering to software development, from business strategy to creative problem-solving. Together, we're more than just a robotics team; we're a community of innovators.

A program of Leap Hub Education, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN #93-4119169) dedicated to empowering students through STEM education.

FTC DECODE 2025-26

Uncover the power of artifacts and unlock mysteries using STEM skills and teamwork in this archaeology-inspired challenge.

THE CHALLENGE

DECODE challenges teams to investigate artifacts from different eras. Robots must collect, launch, and classify artifacts into goals while managing gates and creating specific patterns to maximize scoring.

GAME ELEMENTS

  • Collect purple and green artifacts
  • Launch artifacts into goals
  • Classify artifacts down the ramp
  • Manage gates for ramp clearing
  • Score overflow artifacts
  • Create pattern alignments (MOTIF)
  • Return to base in endgame

SCORING BREAKDOWN

Autonomous: Leave launch line, classified/overflow artifacts, auto pattern bonus

TeleOp: Classified artifacts, overflow scoring, pattern completion, depot scoring

Endgame: Base parking for ranking points

STRATEGY FOCUS

  • Consistent intake and shooting
  • Efficient gate management
  • Pattern (MOTIF) alignment
  • Cycle time optimization
  • Alliance coordination

STRATEGY

PRE-GAME ALLIANCE STRATEGY

Strong scouting team captures alliance strengths and weaknesses. Real-time data analysis enables strategic planning and helps devise optimal match strategies when partnered with alliances.

AUTONOMOUS

  • Consistent robot movement from starting position
  • Accurate navigation using Pedro programmed paths
  • Successful scoring of game elements
  • Reliable sensor-based actions
  • Reduced errors through testing and tuning

TELE-OP

  • Smooth driver control and responsiveness
  • Efficient scoring during match play
  • Coordinated teamwork between Drive team and Human Player
  • Quick recovery from mistakes
  • Improved strategy through practice matches

END GAME

Complete parking capability for alliance and us. Maximizing points in final seconds through strategic positioning and element placement.

SWOT ANALYSIS

STRENGTHS

  • Diversity among team members
  • Strong facilities and time management
  • Multi-team program experience
  • Worlds and Invitational championships experience
  • Improvisation and problem solving

WEAKNESSES

  • Funds for initial setup
  • Experience with FTC - still developing
  • Team structure changes
  • Shortage of STEM industry partners

OPPORTUNITIES

  • Learn advanced robot design and programming
  • Compete in qualifiers, regionals, and invitationals
  • Practice teamwork and leadership
  • Mentor new members and share knowledge
  • Engage with community through outreach

THREATS

  • Limited build and meeting time
  • Hardware failures or part shortages
  • Strong competition from experienced teams
  • Budget limits affecting upgrades
  • Schedule conflicts with competitions

THE MACHINE

FTC Robot Design
INTAKE SYSTEM
Tapered ramp with compliant surgical-tubing roller. 1620 RPM miter-gear motor for high-friction, reliable ball capture. Angled geometry centers game pieces.
TURRETED OUTTAKE
Dual 6000 RPM motors drive turret through herringbone gears. Lazy Susan bearing enables smooth, stable rotation for accurate scoring from multiple angles.
DRIVETRAIN
Mechanum-based drive with belt-driven system. GoBILDA motors with 312 rpm provide optimal balance of torque and speed. Dual-axis odometry for precise autonomous navigation.
SOFTWARE & AUTO
Custom Pedro pathing with FSM architecture. Limelight tracking and color sensing for adaptive gameplay. Constants tuned for consistent performance.

OUTREACH

SUMMER WORKSHOP

Hosted inclusive robotics workshop introducing FIRST to local youth. Hands-on activities sparked interest in STEM fields.

COFFEE SHOP

Set up table at Small World Coffee selling 3D-printed items designed by team while engaging community and raising funds.

DIWALI EVENT

Participated in Diwali community event selling 3D-printed products while sharing FTC information and inspiring others.

SPECIAL ED OUTREACH

Team member led inclusive workshop adapting engineering concepts to support diverse learning needs.

IT SERVE

Attended ITSERVE Holiday Party representing our team and secured $5,000 sponsorship to support program growth.

ROBOCON

Showcased robot at RoboCon letting kids drive and learn about FTC while giving information on how to join.

INSTAGRAM OUTREACH

Used Instagram to share robot progress, outreach events, and team updates. Over 10k+ views gained over 750 followers.

TAI ROBOTICS

Worked with team in Libya giving feedback on their robot and designs for better chassis. Switched to second iteration turret system.

THE CREW

ARJUN BHATT
Team Captain
HAMZA C
Outreach & Software
AKASH
Strategy & Build
DHRUVA
Documentation
AARAV
Robot Design Lead
NAOHIRO
Strategy & Software
GEETHIKA
Documentation
AMAIRA
Documentation
RAYAN
Engineering Process
NIVAS
Portfolio & Finance
REVA V
Business
KOUSHYA
Design & Outreach
ADARSH
Game Strategy

RESOURCES FOR NEW TEAMS

Starting in FTC? Here are the essential resources that helped us and will help you build a competitive robot!

GM0 - GAME MANUAL 0

The ultimate guide for FTC teams. Covers everything from robot design to programming strategies.

Visit GM0.org →

FTC DOCS

Official FIRST Tech Challenge documentation with game rules, robot regulations, and competition guidelines.

Visit FTC Docs →

GOBILDA

High-quality FTC parts and build system. Excellent CAD library and mechanical components.

Visit goBILDA →

REV ROBOTICS

Official FTC control system and parts supplier. Essential electronics and structural components.

Visit REV →

ROAD RUNNER

Advanced motion planning library for FTC autonomous. Industry-standard path following.

Learn Road Runner →

FTC DISCORD

Join the massive FTC community! Get help, share ideas, and connect with thousands of teams worldwide.

Join Discord →

ONSHAPE

Free cloud-based CAD for FTC teams. Design your robot anywhere with real-time collaboration.

Try Onshape →

CTRL ALT FTC

Programming tutorials and resources. Learn Java, blocks, and advanced FTC software concepts.

Visit Ctrl Alt FTC →

HELP US REACH NEW HEIGHTS

Your support enables our team to compete, learn, and inspire others. Every contribution helps us purchase materials, attend competitions, and expand our community outreach programs.

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