Design
CAD, simulation, and prototyping that turn strategy into a buildable system.
University of Cincinnati · VEX U Robotics
Engineered to compete.
The University of Cincinnati's competitive VEX U robotics team. We design, build, program, and compete with a robot built entirely by students.
By the numbers
Built by students, from the ground up.
2025
Founded
5+
Engineering Disciplines
100%
Student-Built
1
VEX U Team
Who makes up the team
Students first, engineers by choice.
Our team brings together students from different engineering disciplines and every stage of the college experience.
01
Our disciplines
Different majors. One team.
45%
01Mechanical Engineering
30%
02Computer Engineering
10%
03Electrical Engineering
10%
04Aerospace Engineering
5%
05Other
02
Experience
Every year of the journey.
015%
1st year
0240%
2nd year
0350%
3rd year
040%
4th year
050%
5th year
065%
Grad
The engineering
Every discipline it takes to build a competitive robot.
C1NCY is the University of Cincinnati's competitive VEX U robotics team. We design, build, program, and compete with a robot built entirely by students — from the first CAD sketch to the final match.
Members work across mechanical design, electrical systems, embedded software, and competition strategy, gaining hands-on engineering experience across the full stack of what it takes to build something that has to work under pressure.
Build
Fabrication, machining, 3D printing, and hands-on assembly in our shop.
Electrical
Wiring, sensors, and system integration that keep every subsystem talking to each other.
Software
C++ development, autonomous routines, and driver controls, built and tested in-house.
Strategy
Scouting, match strategy, and driver practice that turn a good robot into a winning one.
Our stack
Mechanical: Fusion, VEX V5, CNC, 3D PrintingElectrical: V5 Electronics, Sensors, Custom WiringSoftware: C++, PROS, Git
Engineering beyond the field
We believe robotics is bigger than competition.
C1NCY works to expand access to STEM education, support our community, and introduce students to engineering through hands-on experiences.
STEM Outreach
Workshops and demonstrations that introduce local students to robotics and engineering.
Community Service
Volunteering and service projects throughout the Cincinnati community.
Mentorship
Helping younger students build confidence and interest in engineering.
Outreach Events
Bringing robotics to schools, community events, and prospective students.
Competition
Our team
We develop our own robot, strategy, software, and engineering solutions throughout the season.
Get involved
Build something that competes.
Whether you want to design mechanisms, write autonomous software, work on electronics, or learn something completely new, there is a place for you on the team.
Join C1NCY