The First Week of MORT-U
To kick off MORT’s robotics season, all members came together in the first meeting of the 2026-2027 season!
MORT-U is always an exciting time for the team. It is the time where the new members of MORT 11 and the new members of the freshmen team, BETA 193 get introduced to the world of First.
This week, the technical side of MORT took the time to introduce new members to each sub-team, while the non-technical side prioritized submitting grants and capturing new, exciting memories for our social media!
Mechanical
MORT’s mechanics have been using the introductory period of the robotics season to give the first year varsity members some hands-on opportunities to learn the dynamics of the new team. To do so, the new members have been working on a prototype for a t-shirt cannon! They created a turret out of cardboard, and are considering other materials to use for their final version.
During a series of stations, the mechanics of MORT introduced the BETAs to the vast world of mechanical. The underclassmen developed an understanding of how to use each machine, as well as basic shop safety!
Many members seem interested in the mechanical unit. Stay tuned to learn more about our everchanging team!
Electrical
This week, MORT’s electricians began with organizing and safety proofing their workspace, the MILL!
Now, the electrical closets and toolboxes are nice and tidy for the upcoming build season.
MORT also introduced their BETA friends to the world of electrical. Through a presentation, each member got the opportunity to take notes on the most important aspects of the electrical world. Wires, components, batteries, oh my!
New members seem thrilled to learn more about MORT’s electrical side, and the upperclassmen can’t wait to see what they can do.
Programming
The programmers of MORT are some of the strongest members of the team, though they lack numbers. So, MORT’s programming department introduced new BETAs to the basics of JAVA and all things to do with code!
First year MORT members have been gaining hands-on experience through reworking and re-coding a retired robot from a previous FRC season.
The Flying Dutchman will now be known as the 2026 Test Bot!
Business
For the first week, MORT’s business team focused on recruiting first year varsity members coming up from their BETA season. Several members have showed interest in the business field, even taking a step away from technical subteams to help with business needs!
The business leaders of MORT have spent their time putting together grant forms and assigning members separate companies to reach out to!
Long story short, business is on a roll!
Media
Last but certainly not least, MORT’s media team prioritized social outreach. On the Team 11 Instagram, media highlighted past events and fundraisers such as the Women in Stem conference. Let’s go girls!
MORT 30th Anniversary Gala
MORT also advertised the upcoming Mount Olive Robotics Gala!
To celebrate 30 years of MORT, the team is inviting all current students, MORT alumni, sponsors, and other community members to dance the night away at a once in a lifetime event!
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