Robotics
VEX Robotics Team 12478X - Bobaionics
Co-founded and led an all-girls VEX Robotics team focused on promoting women in STEM. As Captain, Designer, and Driver, I spearheaded CAD design, intake/drivetrain development, and autonomous strategy implementation. Our team has achieved remarkable success, currently ranking 15th globally out of 200,000+ teams worldwide.
Team Leadership & Technical Contributions
- Co-founded all-girls robotics team to promote diversity in STEM
- CAD Design: Developed comprehensive 3D models for robot components and assemblies
- Intake/Drivetrain Design: Engineered efficient mechanical systems for game-specific challenges
- Autonomous Strategy: Programmed advanced autonomous routines using C++ and VEXcode
- Driver Training: Mentored team members in precision driving and game strategy
Global Recognition
Our team’s innovative approach and technical excellence have earned us recognition on the global stage, competing against over 200,000 teams worldwide and maintaining a top 15 ranking.
Competition Achievements
2025 Season - Over Under
VEX Robotics World Championship
Date: May 6-8, 2025
- Amaze Award - Recognition for outstanding robot design and engineering
- Skills Ranking: 17th out of 833 teams globally
California Region 2 VEX V5 High School Championship
Date: March 8, 2025
- Competed at the regional championship level
- Demonstrated advanced autonomous capabilities
CVCHS Ugly Robotics High Stakes Tournament
Date: January 20, 2025
- Think Award - Excellence in programming and autonomous strategy
Saratoga Robotics High Stakes Tournament #2
Date: December 8, 2024
- Robot Skills Champion - Top performance in autonomous skills challenge
- Innovate Award - Recognition for creative engineering solutions
Bay Area High Stakes Tournament #3
Date: November 16, 2024
- Excellence Award - Overall tournament excellence
- Robot Skills Champion - Superior autonomous performance
Foothill Robotics High Stakes Tournament
Date: November 9, 2024
- Excellence Award - Comprehensive team performance
- Robot Skills Champion - Advanced autonomous programming
Placer Robotics High Stakes Tournament
Date: November 3, 2024
- Excellence Award - Outstanding overall achievement
- Tournament Champions - First place finish
- Robot Skills Champion - Best autonomous performance
Saratoga Robotics High Stakes Tournament #1
Date: October 13, 2024
- Early season competition participation
2024 Season - Over Under
Bay Area Over & Under Tournament #6
Date: February 17, 2024
- Excellence Award - Comprehensive team excellence
- Tournament Champions - First place victory
Tri-Valley Over & Under Tournament
Date: February 3, 2024
- Create Award - Recognition for innovative design and engineering
Saratoga Robotics Over & Under Tournament #2
Date: January 7, 2024
- Tournament participation and skill development
2023 Season - Spin Up
VEX Robotics World Championship
Date: April 26-27, 2023
- Competed at the highest level of VEX Robotics competition
- Global championship experience
Iowa US Open Spin Up Tournament
Date: March 22-26, 2023
- Multi-day tournament competition
- Advanced competition experience
California Region 2 VRC High School Regional Championship
Date: March 11, 2023
- Regional championship participation
- High-level competitive experience
Northern California Spin Up Tournament
Date: December 17, 2022
- Think Award - Excellence in programming and strategy
Technical Skills & Expertise
Programming & Software
- C++ Programming: Advanced autonomous routine development
- VEXcode: Robot programming and debugging
- Visual Studio Code: Development environment management
Engineering & Design
- CAD Modeling: Comprehensive 3D design using industry-standard software
- Mechanical Design: Intake systems, drivetrains, and custom mechanisms
- Systems Integration: Combining mechanical, electrical, and software components
Leadership & Mentorship
- Team Management: Leading diverse team of 9 members across multiple schools
- Technical Mentoring: Training team members in robotics fundamentals
- Strategic Planning: Competition strategy development and execution
Impact & Mission
Bobaionics represents more than just competitive robotics - we’re building a community that empowers young women in STEM fields. Through our all-girls team structure, we’re breaking barriers and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups in technology and engineering.
Our success demonstrates that diversity drives innovation, and our global ranking proves that inclusive teams can compete at the highest levels of robotics competition.
Future Goals
- Continue advancing our global ranking through innovative design and programming
- Expand our mentorship program to inspire more young women in STEM
- Develop advanced autonomous strategies for upcoming competition seasons
- Share our knowledge and experience with the broader robotics community
For more information about our team and competitions, visit our official team page and follow our journey in competitive robotics.