The Oakton R&D Team serves as the robotics team’s center for research and design. The goal of the robotics team is to provide Oakton’s youth with opportunities to learn robotics-related skills and enhance them through hands-on practice and collaboration. R&D members are responsible for solving problems by designing and building robots under the guidance of the R&D captains and leadership team. Outstanding members who demonstrate excellent potential and technical skills may be selected to join one of the FTC/FRC teams the following year.