DECODE

Engineering excellence through iterative design

TEAM #32819

Pushing the boundaries of autonomous robotics

BEYOND THE CODE

From initial CAD concepts to the V3 final assembly

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Meet the Team

Founders
Hardware
Software
Media & Outreach

The Founders

Driving the vision and operational excellence of DECODE RTX #32819.

  • Kazuma Wong: Team Captain & Founder
  • Jakob Wecker: Co-Founder
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Hardware Engineering

Responsible for mechanical design, V3 assembly, and the turret system.

  • Kazuma Wong: Chief Engineer
  • Christopher Brecht: Mechanical Engineer
  • Ferdinand Rimmele: Assembly Specialist
  • Jonas Knoll: Assembly Specialist
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Software Development

Implementing sensor fusion, Triple-Disc Odometry, and autonomous logic.

  • Jakob Wecker: Director of Software
  • Leonard Finzenhagen: Software Developer
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Outreach & Content

Bridging engineering and community through digital media.

  • Christian Lolenko: Head of Content Strategy
  • Moritz Beyer: Digital Content Creator
  • Moritz Bürkle: Digital Content Creator
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The Bot

Intake
Flicker
Turret
Software
Lifecycle

Variable-Pitch Intake

Designed for "Touch-it-Own-it" acquisition using high-traction rubber wheels and a 3.7k RPM motor deep-mounted in the chassis.

  • Active Grip: High-friction rubber Lego wheels
  • Synchronized dual-chain power transmission
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Tri-Chamber & Indexable Flicker

The heart of our scoring efficiency. Our segmented "clover" geometry prevents jams and allows for high-cadence firing.

  • Passive Kinetic Sorting: No complex sensors
  • Sub-0.5s reset time for rapid-fire bursts
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360° Precision Turret

By engineering a custom DIY "Sandwich" bearing stack, we integrated rotation gears directly into the plates.

  • Continuous 360° rotation for zero-turn scoring
  • Field-centric PID control via IMU data
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Sensor Fusion & Auto-Logic

We use mathematical localization to overcome hardware limits, allowing the robot to understand its position in real-time.

  • Triple-Disc Odometry: Precise (x, y, θ) tracking.
  • OpenCV Hue Filtering: Automated pattern matching.
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The Design Lifecycle

From V1 to V3, we followed a rigorous engineering path validating physics with low-fidelity models.

  • Phase 1: Strategize & Cardboard Prototyping
  • Phase 3: Precision 3D Printing & Manufacturing
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Beyond the Competition

What is FIRST?

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a global robotics community that prepares young people for the future through a suite of inclusive, team-based robotics programs. It’s more than just building robots; it’s about "Gracious Professionalism" and "Coopertition."

As part of the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), we are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to compete in a head-to-head challenge in an alliance format. It forces us to apply real-world math and science concepts while developing problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Through FIRST, we gain access to over $80 million in college scholarships and a network of professionals who are redefining the boundaries of STEM.

Our Club: DECODE #32819

DECODE is a student-led robotics club dedicated to engineering excellence. We operate as a mini-tech company where students specialize in CAD Design, Java programming, mechanical assembly, and community outreach. Our mission is to bridge the gap between classroom theory and hands-on application.

In our lab, we don't just follow instructions—we iterate. From our early "Cardboard & Duct Tape" prototypes to our final V3 precision-engineered assembly, every component is a result of rigorous testing and data-driven design.

Beyond the workshop, we advocate for STEM education, mentor younger teams, and document our engineering journey to inspire the next generation of innovators. At DECODE, we aren't just building a bot; we're building the future.

Get In Touch

Connect With Us

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Email

roboroosters.stuttgart@gmail.com

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Location

Ev. Heidehof-Gymnasium, Heidehofstrasse 49, 70184, Stuttgart