Established in 2017Founded in 2017 with only six members, The Water Dogs have returned as an experienced team, excited to return for another competitive season. Starting out with no knowledge of aquatic robotics, in the past five years, TWD has worked hard to expand our understanding of complex software applications and boat building. With a strong nine-member team, our first-year members are eager to learn and compete in the new season.
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Our GoalThe Water Dogs strive to expand STEM education in our local community, inspiring people along the way. We proudly participate in a variety of outreach events every year to accomplish this goal, as well as hosting several summer camps to steer young kids into the amazing world of STEM.
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Members
Nathan Forrer
Hardware, Outreach & Multimedia |
Nathaniel Davis
Hardware, Strategist & Outreach | Grade 12 |
Nathan is a freshmen at University of Central Florida, and this is his third year with the RoboBoat team. He joined RoboBoat to expand upon his interest in engineering and to discover a more diverse range of skills. Working on the hardware committee, he enjoys designing parts of the boat using CAD.
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Nate is a senior in Hagerty High School and this is his first year with the RoboBoat team and third year in the Hagerty Robotics Program. Thanks to this welcoming community, it has given him more confidence in going into his dream pathway of Mechanical Engineering.
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Reuben Latorre
Software | UCF Junior Reuben is a junior at UCF, this is his first year on the RoboBoat team. He is passionate about intelligent robotics and mechatronics. He joined this team to further develop his control systems knowledge and hardware development skills and wants to pursue a career in robotics research.
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Mikaeel Danawala
Software | UCF Junior Mikaeel is a junior at UCF, this is his first year on the RoboBoat team. He is pursuing a degree in computer engineering and has a strong passion in robotics. He joined the team to apply his knowledge in electrical systems.
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Ricardo De La Paz
Hardware| UCF Junior |
Ricardo is a junior at UCF, this is his first year on the RoboBoat team. He is a pursing his Mechanical Engineering degree and minoring in intelligent robotic systems. He has a natural affinity towards electro-mechanical systems and is very passionate about his studies. He joined the team to further his knowledge with software integration and plans to help streamline the complex electrical systems within the boat.
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