Meet our 2022-2023 robot, Aluminator. Aluminator, as you may have guessed from the name, is mostly made of aluminum. Aluminator utilizes a custom-built and machined mecanum drivetrain, which allows it to quickly and nimbly traverse throughout the field. Custom-designed odometry pods allow us to get accurate positional data throughout the game. For an intake, Aluminator has a geared servo-driven claw that allows Aluminator to quickly and securely grab onto cones, while an arm and a set of linear slides allows it to quickly reach out with minimal movement of the drivetrain. Aluminator's outtake is an innovative hybrid double reverse four bar, combined with a passive outtaking mechanism, allowing Aluminator to speedily and accurately lift the cone to its desired position before sliding down and depositing it.​