Engineering the Unknown

VANTA
ROBOTICS

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WHO WE ARE

Based in the vibrant tech hub of Orlando, Florida, Vanta Robotics is a dedicated FIRST Tech Challenge team fueled by a passion for innovation and problem-solving.

We are a collective of students, mentors, and community members committed to pushing the boundaries of technology through collaboration, creativity, and competition. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders while building advanced, competitive robots.

20+

Years FTC Experience

15+

Years FRC Experience

11

Passionate Members

MEET THE TEAM

Team Members

Ismail Akdeniz

Mechanical Design & 3D Printing

Ismail translates complex digital concepts into tangible reality, specializing in rapid prototyping and manufacturing with our in-house 3D printing capabilities.

Arav Sonawane

CAD & System Architecture

As a lead designer, Arav architects the robot's core structure in CAD, ensuring every component integrates flawlessly for peak performance and reliability.

Monish Saravana

Software Development & Digital Outreach

Monish spearheads our software strategy, developing advanced control systems and computer vision, while also creating digital tools to empower the wider FTC community.

Shiva Patel

Brand Architect & Digital Engagement

Shiva is the architect of our public identity, igniting community hype and forging the strategic brand partnerships that will make Vanta Robotics a globally recognized name.

Josef Junga

Game Strategy & Integration

Josef is our strategic mind, analyzing the game to devise winning tactics and ensuring our robot's design directly serves our competitive goals.

Shrey Trivedi

Drive Team & Performance Tuning

With ice in his veins, Shrey pilots the robot during competition, translating strategy into action and providing critical feedback for performance tuning.

Armando Collazo

CNC Fabrication & Machining

Armando brings precision engineering to the team, utilizing CNC fabrication to create custom-machined parts that offer unparalleled strength and accuracy.

Eydan Collazo

Mechanical Assembly & Prototyping

Eydan is a versatile builder, rapidly iterating on mechanical prototypes and meticulously assembling the final robot with a keen eye for detail and durability.

Anum Ali

Social & Meida

Anum manages the robot's nervous system, meticulously wiring the electronics and optimizing power distribution to ensure flawless operation under pressure.

Daniyal Siddiquie

Hardware & Software Integration

Daniyal serves as the crucial link between our code and our physical machine, ensuring that software commands translate perfectly into mechanical action.

Coaches & Mentors

Dmitri Morales

Head Coach & Mentor - Disney Software Engineer

As Head Coach, Dmitri channels his experience as a Disney Software Engineer and Duke Bioengineering graduate to architect our technical strategy and push the boundaries of what's possible in FTC.

Tom Wilk Jr.

Mentor - Walt Disney Imagineering

Tom brings the magic of Walt Disney Imagineering to our workshop, providing unparalleled insight into professional robotics and animatronics to help us engineer truly innovative mechanical systems.

Eleni Morales

Mentor - MIT BattleBots

Bringing a battle-hardened perspective from the legendary MIT BattleBots team, Eleni mentors our design process with a focus on durability, rapid prototyping, and the creative problem-solving required to win.

Irian De Jesus

Coach

Irian provides essential guidance and project management, keeping the team focused, organized, and prepared for the logistical challenges of a competitive season.

Tristan Junga

Coach & Alumni Advisor

Leveraging his extensive FIRST experience and studies at the University of Florida, Tristan offers invaluable technical advice and strategic insight to the team.

RESOURCES

Tools & Media from Vanta

We build tools and media to help FTC teams scout smarter, prepare for judging, and learn—explore our analytics, portfolio coach, and extensive video collection below.

Secrets — Advanced Analytics

secrets.team31000.org — match predictions, time-series tracking, event-wide insights, media mentions, and custom metrics to power scouting and strategy.

Explore Secrets

Coach — Portfolio & Judging Prep

coach.team31000.org — upload your portfolio for hyper-personalized feedback, award-fit analysis, concrete action items, and interview prep tailored to your team.

Try Coach

Blogs — Tips & How-tos

blogs.team31000.org — a huge collection of vlogs and tutorials covering design, programming, scouting, strategy, outreach, and more. Learn from our demos and team insights.

Visit Blogs

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MISSION PARTNERS

Our journey is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors.

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