Presenter: Michael Bick and Nick Dal Porto, FRC 971, Spartan Robotics

Hot takes? Controversial (or benign) opinions? No better place to share what you think about hot-button technical topics! Michael Bick and Nick Dal Porto, the lead hardware mentors for FRC 971, Spartan Robotics, will be facilitating a group conversation about important and relevant technical questions facing the modern FRC team. All will have the chance to engage in thoughtful discussion and steer where the topic goes. If last year’s session was any indication, this will be a blast for participants of all backgrounds. Come join the fun!

About Michael and Nick

Michael is a mentor on FRC 971 focusing on mechanical design, manufacturing, and strategy. Michael graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2021. He now works as an NPI manufacturing engineer at Intuitive Surgical developing minimally invasive, robotic surgical instruments. Michael is an alumnae of FRC 1836 and in his free time enjoys sailing, playing boardgames, and swing dancing.

Nick is a mentor on FRC 971 focusing on mechanical design and manufacturing. Nick graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 2022. He works for the County of Santa Clara as a systems engineer on public safety telecommunication projects. Nick is an alumnae of FRC 5940 and former mentor of FRC 190. When he’s not building robots, you can find him climbing, hiking, backpacking, cycling, or just about anything outdoors.