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Design
We prototype mechanisms, evaluate tradeoffs, and turn game strategy into a practical robot design.
FIRST Tech Challenge • Team 19856 • Portland, Oregon
We build robots.
We build people.
Almost Reliable Robotics is a student-led FTC team from ACCESS Academy. We design, build, program, and compete while learning what it takes to turn an idea into something that actually works.
19856FTC Team
PortlandOregon
BIOBUZZ2026–27 Season
Who we are
Almost Reliable.
Always learning.
We are Almost Reliable Robotics, an FTC team based at ACCESS Academy in Portland, Oregon. Our team combines engineering, programming, design, strategy, communication, and teamwork to compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge.
Our goal isn't just to make a robot. We want every season to leave us with better technical skills, stronger problem-solving abilities, and a better understanding of how to work together.
Engineering
From sketch to competition.
Every mechanism has a purpose. Every line of code has a job. Every test tells us something new.
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Build
We machine, assemble, wire, and iterate until our ideas become reliable hardware.
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Program
Our software brings the robot to life through autonomous routines, driver control, and constant testing.
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Compete
We bring everything together at events, work with alliance partners, and learn from every match.
2026–27 FTC Season
BIOBUZZ
This season challenges teams to think about a new kind of problem and build a robot capable of performing under pressure. We're designing our robot around fast cycles, dependable mechanisms, and a system we can keep improving throughout the season.
Follow our progress →CURRENT BUILD
19856
Robot photos and build updates can go here.
More than a robot
Taking STEM beyond the workshop.
Robotics gives us a chance to share what we're learning with our community. We want to make engineering and programming feel approachable and exciting, especially for students who haven't had the opportunity to try them yet.
Community eventsDemonstrations, conversations, and hands-on STEM activities.
MentoringSharing what we've learned with other robotics students and teams.
Team outreachShowing how robotics connects engineering, creativity, business, and teamwork.
Support Almost Reliable Robotics
Help us put ideas into motion.
Sponsorship helps us pay for robot parts, electronics, tools, competition fees, travel, and outreach. Your support directly helps students get hands-on experience in STEM.
Become a SponsorWhat sponsors help make possible
- Robot components and materials
- Motors, electronics, and specialized parts
- Tools and workshop equipment
- Competition and registration costs
- Travel and outreach
We can recognize sponsors on our robot, team materials, social media, and at competitions.
Our partners
Thank you to the people who make this possible.
Sponsor logos can be added here as your team builds its partner list.
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Let's build something
Want to work with us?
Whether you're interested in sponsoring the team, collaborating on outreach, mentoring students, or simply learning more about what we do, we'd love to hear from you.
almostreliablerobotics@outlook.com
Almost Reliable Robotics
ACCESS Academy • Portland, Oregon
FTC Team 19856