DECAGONATOR / MEET THE CREW

TEN MINDS! ONE MISSION!

Meet the students building, programming and testing DECAGONATOR. Different strengths. Shared curiosity. One robot ready to take on the challenge.

THE FULL CREW

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE BOT

Our rookie FTC team brings ten students together to explore robotics, learn engineering and solve problems as a team. Our journey is just getting started.

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DECAGONATOR · 2026–2027 FTC SEASON
DECAGONATOR team group photograph in full view
MEET THE BUILDERS

THE CREW

Every student brings something unique to the pit. We'll share their stories and favorite parts of robotics as the season progresses.

Portrait of Student Tharun Magesh Portrait coming soon
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Tharun Magesh

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Tharun. I love building, designing, and solving problems, especially when I can turn an idea into something real. What I enjoy most about FTC and robotics is the hands on building and figuring out how to make our robot work better everytime. My favorite part of being on Team Decagonator is working with my teammates and learning from each other. Outside of FTC, I enjoy playing cricket, running, and spending time with my family. This season, I hope to improve my building and engineering skills, become a better problem-solver, and contribute to our team’s success!

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Portrait of Student Dhanya Srikrishnan Portrait coming soon
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Dhanya Srikrishnan

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Dhanya, and I am a fun-loving person who enjoys trying new hobbies and learning new things. Some of my interests outside of FTC include math, swimming, and basketball. Over the past few years, I have learned from my friends and teachers how robotics can make an impact on our everyday lives. When I discovered FTC, I became interested in learning how robotics works. That interest has grown into a love for building and coding—and seeing them come together to bring our robot to life. I am very excited about this season and look forward to many more seasons with Team DECAGONATOR!

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Portrait of Student Nidhi Hulawale Portrait coming soon
CREW MEMBER

Nidhi Hulawale

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Nidhi. I joined FTC because I wanted to try something new and learn more about robotics. I enjoy building different parts of our robot and understanding how all the mechanisms work together. I also enjoy coding and testing the robot to see how well it performs and where we can improve it. One of my favorite parts of FTC is working with my teammates, sharing ideas, and solving problems together. Outside of FTC, I enjoy playing basketball and spending time with my family and friends.

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Portrait of Student Ritesh Satapathy Portrait coming soon
CREW MEMBER

Ritesh Satapathy

FTC TEAM MEMBER

Meet one of the minds behind DECAGONATOR. Their story, interests and contributions to the robot are coming soon.

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Portrait of Student Kartik Dhawde Portrait coming soon
CREW MEMBER

Kartik Dhawde

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Kartik, and I am part of the Programming and Build teams. I joined FTC because I wanted to learn more about STEM and how it can be used to solve real-world problems. I enjoy working on the robot, programming, and developing new skills. Outside of FTC, I enjoy playing different musical instruments, reading, gaming, swimming, and spending time with my family and friends. My favorite part of being on Team DECAGONATOR is working with my teammates, sharing ideas, and learning from one another. This season, I hope to improve my programming and building skills while expanding my knowledge of STEM.

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Portrait of Student Hem Mithun Dhanasekaran Portrait coming soon
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Hem Mithun Dhanasekaran

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Mithun, and I am interested in engineering because I enjoy building, assembling, and solving problems. I love building with LEGO, figuring out how things work, and coming up with creative ideas. I also enjoy playing sports like cricket and soccer, which teach me teamwork and strategy. In my free time, I like listening to music, making movies, playing with my brother, and hanging out with my friends and family.

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Portrait of Student Innamuthan Silambarasan Portrait coming soon
CREW MEMBER

Innamuthan Silambarasan

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Innamudhan Silambarasan. I joined FTC because I wanted to learn more about robotics, building, and coding. My favorite part of being on Team DECAGONATOR is learning and growing alongside my friends, sharing ideas, and having fun while we work together. Through FTC, I have learned more about problem-solving, teamwork, organization, robotics fundamentals, and coding. I enjoy math, creating new ideas, and finding creative ways to approach challenges. Outside of FTC, my hobbies include playing basketball and video games, drawing, reading, cooking, and spending time with my friends.

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Portrait of Student Naitik Mohanty Portrait coming soon
CREW MEMBER

Naitik Mohanty

FTC TEAM MEMBER

Meet one of the minds behind DECAGONATOR. Their story, interests and contributions to the robot are coming soon.

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Portrait of Student Akhilesh Mayakrishnan Portrait coming soon
CREW MEMBER

Akhilesh Mayakrishnan

FTC TEAM MEMBER

Hi! I’m Akhilesh Mayakrishnan, the Performance and Strategy Engineer for Team DECAGONATOR. I joined FTC to explore engineering, understand the real-world applications of robotics, and develop skills that will benefit me in my future career. My favorite part of FTC is working alongside my friends to create something meaningful. I’m excited to strengthen my engineering skills, take on new challenges, and contribute to our team’s success. Outside of FTC, I enjoy gaming, speedcubing, math, reading, and playing the piano.

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Portrait of Student Roshana Manojkumar Prabha Portrait coming soon
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Roshana Manojkumar Prabha

FTC TEAM MEMBER

I'm Roshana, and I am part of the Mechanical Team on Team DECAGONATOR. My favorite part of FTC is learning new things while spending time and working with my friends. Through FTC, I have learned the basics of Java programming and how to build different parts of our robot. One thing I hope to learn this season is how to prevent motors from overheating and keep them working efficiently. Outside of FTC, I enjoy Silambam, cross-country running, dancing, cooking, and baking.

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MORE TO COME

WE'RE STILL BUILDING.

Our robot isn't the only thing under development. Check back as we add our team portraits, stories and season highlights.

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