Team History
In Spring 2023, Tycho and Krish, both passionate about robotics, saw an opportunity to bring a robotics club to their school. Recognizing the absence of such a club in their school while many other institutions had robotics programs, they decided to take the initiative. Tycho was the one who initially pitched the idea to Krish, highlighting the potential benefits of introducing robotics to their school community. During the late spring and early summer months, Tycho and Krish wasted no time in getting started on their goal. They began by creating comprehensive planning documents outlining their goals, objectives, and the roadmap for the 2023 season. One of the most highlighted decisions they had to make was choosing a competition to participate in. After careful consideration, they took a bold leap of faith and threw a dart at the First Robotics Competition (FRC). It was a thrilling decision that added an extra layer of excitement and challenge to their venture.
Throughout the summer, Tycho and Krish were hard at work pre-building robot parts and actively recruiting fellow students who shared their enthusiasm for robotics. They managed to gather a diverse and dedicated group of individuals who were eager to embark on this journey together. The team’s collaborative spirit and determination began to take shape during these formative months.
As the fall season rolled in, the robotics club was officially launched, and they welcomed around 20 members into their ranks. This marked a significant milestone as it exceeded their initial expectations. With a motivated team in place, they wasted no time in continuing the momentum that had been building over the summer. By mid-September, after extensive planning and preparations, Ctrl-Alt-Defeat was now officially finalized as a team ready to enter the First Robotics Competition (FRC). The excitement and anticipation among the team members were palpable, as they were about to embark on a challenging yet rewarding journey into the world of robotics competition.