We build through the unexpected.
Meet NoSlides.404—an FTC team designing, coding, testing, and learning our way through the 2026 season.
Rockville, MD · 2026 Season
01 DESIGN
CAD to competition-ready parts
02 CODE
Driver control and autonomous
03 CONNECT
Sharing STEM in our community
The Crew
Naomie
Student team member
Matthew
Student team member
Aarav
Student team member
Owen
Student team member
Ayaan
Student team member
Joseph
Student team member
Galen
Student team member
Maria DeLaOlivia
Team mentor
Tejash Suthar
Team mentor
The Engineering Process
01
Understand
Read the rules, define the problem, and set measurable goals.
02
Explore
Sketch, research, prototype, and compare possible solutions.
03
Build + code
Create mechanisms and software in testable increments.
04
Test + learn
Record results, identify failure points, and improve the design.
05
Compete + reflect
Use match data and team feedback to plan the next iteration.
Technical Specifications
The Mechanics of Excellence
MECH / 01
Intake System
Our robotics team designs custom intake solutions to acquire game elements reliably, utilizing high-grip materials and precise motor synchronization for competition speed.
MECH / 02
Scoring Mechanism
The scoring arm features lightweight carbon fiber construction, optimized for rapid reaching and precise placement of game elements during high-stakes match play.
public void runOpMode() {\n trajectory.build();\n waitForStart();\n\n // Test. Learn. Iterate.\n robot.go();\n}
Control System
FTC SDK · Java · Hardware Mapping and Driver Controls
Autonomous Prowess
Integrating advanced path planning, starting position precision, and sensor-based reliability for a competition-ready autonomous phase.
Season 2026 Ready
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People reached
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STEM workshops
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Teams supported
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Support the Mission
SUPPORT / 01
Financial Support
Help fund robot parts, competition registration, and team travel for the 2026 season.
SUPPORT / 02
In-kind Support
Contribute fabrication services, 3D printing materials, workspace, or transportation assistance.
SUPPORT / 03
Mentorship
Share your expertise in CAD, Java coding, business strategy, or community outreach efforts.
Interested in supporting NoSlides.404? Our sponsorship contact form will be added here shortly. In the meantime, feel free to reach out to the team directly.
Interested in supporting NoSlides.404?
Partner with us to fuel innovation. Whether through funding, mentorship, or materials, your support helps our students learn and compete.