Robot branding defines how Team 1538's identity is represented on competition robots. Robots serve as one of the most visible representations of the team and therefore must strictly follow branding standards.

Public Display & Competition

At competitions and public outreach events, robots serve as visible representations of the team. The following elements must always be displayed:

• The team number
• Sponsor logos
• The school name
• The team nickname, when appropriate

Sponsor Logos & Decals

All sponsor logos must be displayed in white. Sponsor decals must be placed on gray smoked polycarbonate. Logos of non-sponsors must never appear on the robot.

Sponsor placement should be clean, balanced, and in alignment with the robot's mechanical layout. The school's name should be prominently featured beneath the team's nickname.

Robot Name

Each season's robot has a name that must be prominently displayed on the robot, use the approved Alien Encounters Solid typeface, and follow the same legibility and contrast rules as other logotypes.

Material Finishes

To maintain a professional appearance, all aluminum parts should be powder coated or anodized. These finishes give the robot consistency and durability. Surface treatments must be approved by team leadership.